Heavy metal-free primary explosive/electric detonator
NanoPyro
New lead- and heavy metal-free electric detonator based on activated carbon and perchlorate salt with reduced sensitivity and low toxicity compared to lead azide.
NanoPyro is a spin-off of the Royal Military Academy of Belgium. The startup is active in the development and the production of energetic materials (explosives, propellants and pyrotechnics) based on nanoporous carbon. The company proposes low toxicity and safer solutions for defence, space and mining industry. NanoPyro also proposes engineering services for industrial facilities using conventional energetic materials.