3D-Additive Manufacturing
Additive Manufacturing Solutions will be displayed at Fabtech in Orlando.
Posted: September 30, 2024
New DED Head for Processing Large-scale Industrial Parts
Laser Mechanisms’ (Novi, MI) new FiberWELD® DHµ is an ultra-compact laser wire direct energy deposition (DED) head for processing large-scale industrial parts, and aerospace components and tooling. Engineered for high duty cycle production applications, FiberWELD DHµ features both direct-cooled reflective optics and transmissive optics. Compatible with most hot-wire systems, FiberWELD DHµ allows filler wire to be fed directly into the beam path — right into the center of the melt pool. This allows the deposition process to have total directional independence. In addition, FiberWELD DHµ’s easily accessible, protective cover glass extends the life of internal optics. Primary applications for Laser Mechanisms’ new FiberWELD DHµ include additive manufacturing, cladding and HLAW.
Large Range of 3D Laser Scanning, Contact and Non-contact Measurement Solutions
Faro Technologies Inc. (Lake Mary, FL) enables manufacturing quality specialists, production managers, engineers, product designers and more to benefit from a variety of 3D laser scanning, contact and non-contact measurement solutions. Combined with industry-leading metrology software that can report data gathered and ensure quality control, industry leaders will eliminate waste, increase throughput, reduce equipment down time and lower scrap and rework costs. From the largest aircraft frames and fiberglass boat hulls to the tiniest sub-assembly, FARO is your single source for fully accredited precision measurement instruments and integrated software products.
3D Metal Printer for Safe, Easy Additive Manufacturing
Alpha Laser US’s (Meadville, PA) AL-3D METAL 200 enables additive manufacturing without direct powder contact. The closed powder circuit ensures more safety at work because the operator doesn’t come into contact with the powder during the entire printing process. Specifically developed for the precision mechanics, medical technology, dental and jewelry industries, as well as research and development laboratories, our 3D printer offers optimum detail accuracy, precision and maximum safety in handling the laser and the metal powder.
Features at a glance:
- Very fine laser spot for finest and complex geometries.
- Powerful laser.
- High powder yield.
- Exact printing process with the intelligent software AL3D-OS.
- Footprint of just 600 mm-x-600 mm.
- Closed gas-circuit for a reduced gas consumption.
- Little energy consumption.
AL-3D cartridge:
Intelligent cartridge system for safe and economical powder handling.
- Material supply made easy.
- Fast process preparation.
- Plug & play – transfer of material information to the printer.
- Unmatched material utilization.
- Ideal for high-priced materials and precious metals.
AL-3D cabin:
The unpacking station.
- High operational safety for the user by a closed process chamber.
- Clean separation of the sintered component from the residual powder.
- Collection of residual material for possible reuse.
- Ergonomic workplace.
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