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HPQ Silicon Resources Inc. ("HPQ" or the "Company") (TSX-V: HPQ) (OTCQX: HPQFF) (FWB: UGE), an innovative silicon solutions company, is pleased to announce that HPQ and PyroGenesis Canada Inc. (TSX: PYR) (NASDAQ: PYR) (FRA: 8PY) are actively evaluating the commercial opportunity of developing a plasma process that could convert Silica (Quartz, SiO2) into Fumed Silica (Pyrogenic Silica) in one step. This new process is a natural evolution from PyroGenesis' unique plasma-based processes and would be a low-cost and environmentally friendly option. As conceived, the process is expected to eliminate the harmful chemicals presently generated by traditional flame pyrolysis of silicon tetrachloride that are currently used to make fumed silica.
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