HFI Pyrotechnics (formerly Hands Fireworks) has been creating commercial pyrotechnics since 1873, when it was founded by William Hand. HFI was initially a fireworks manufacturer and then transitioned into a specialty pyrotechnics supplier for the Canadian Military developing a wide range of specialty pyrotechnic products to meet the needs of the global Defence and Security market. As a leader in the design and manufacturing of specialty pyrotechnics products, HFI’s products are used around the world by military and commercial clients to meet their specific needs for safety, steadfast reliability and cost-effective performance. For over 144 years, HFI has provided the greatest quality, performance and value that our clients have come to expect and is Canada's premier producer and supplier of military quality, specialty pyrotechnics products and services for military and commercial use. HFI Pyrotechnics provides cost-effective, safe and trusted Pyrotechnic Engineering and Production services for the global Defence and Security Market: Technology Research and Development Engineering and Design Manufacturing and Assembly Production conversion Engineering and Design Test, Proof and Acceptance Quality Management, Inspection and Failure Analysis Operator and Ammunition Technician Training and Training Support Logistics and Supply Chain Management (Storage and Transportation) Waste and Salvage Recovery and Disposal Hazard and Risk Analysis and Management