U.S. metal powder manufacturer 6K Additive reported net revenue of $7.1 million for the second quarter of 2026, marking a 63% year-over-year increase and a 14% sequential rise. Powder business revenue reached $5.0 million, up 25% from the previous quarter ($4.0 million) and 63% from the same period last year ($3.1 million). Alloy business revenue totaled $2.1 million, compared to $1.3 million in Q2 2025. Repeat orders accounted for over 90% of total revenue; backlog at quarter-end stood at $11.9 million, up 23% sequentially, while new orders for powder grew 28% quarter-over-quarter. The company is concurrently expanding production capacity, planning to invest $11–$12 million in 2026. 6K Additive produces high-performance metal powders from recycled scrap using its patented UniMelt® plasma technology, and its revenue growth reflects structural demand for localized, sustainable metal powders in the defense and aerospace sectors.