SCI Engineered Materials, Inc. reported a five-year manufacturing agreement with Battle Sight Technologies to produce ColdFIRE® powder for defense applications. ColdFIRE® is a unique, photoluminescent powder which provides a bright infrared glow that lasts more than 12 hours. It is utilized in coatings, films, paints, plastics and other materials for clothing, tactical equipment, and machinery night vision optimized to support no-light/low-light missions.

ColdFIRE® does not require batteries or electronics and recharges rapidly in natural or artificial light for continual reuse. End-use products have no incremental weight considerations and require no modifications to original form factors.