ArcelorMittal and HP Forge Partnership to Advance Steel Additive Manufacturing

Strategic Alliance to Innovate Steel Solutions for Additive Manufacturing
ArcelorMittal and HP have entered a strategic collaboration to accelerate the development and commercialization of steel-based Additive Manufacturing (AM) technologies. The partnership aims to advance steel solutions to a Technology Readiness Level (TRL) where they can be industrialized and scaled, ultimately lowering costs and broadening the material options available for 3D printing. By combining ArcelorMittal’s expertise in sustainable steel production with HP’s cutting-edge Metal Jet S100 Binder Jetting technology, the companies are working together to unlock new possibilities for AM in industries like automotive and beyond.

Unlocking Cost-Efficiency and Performance with Steel Powders
HP’s Binder Jetting Technology and ArcelorMittal’s Steel Powders to Drive Innovation
The collaboration focuses on using HP’s Metal Jet S100 Binder Jetting technology to process advanced steel powders developed by ArcelorMittal. This combination is expected to make steel AM more cost-effective and open up a range of new applications, particularly in sectors where high-volume production and material performance are critical. The partners will work on fine-tuning steel powders with unique properties—properties that cannot be achieved through traditional manufacturing processes—thereby enabling the production of components with advanced mechanical characteristics, better efficiency, and reduced weight. This could significantly impact industries such as automotive, aerospace, and tooling, where precision and material innovation are increasingly in demand.

Accelerating Technology Transfer for Industrial Scale Production
Collaboration to Support Scale-Up and Commercialization of AM Steel
Part of the partnership’s goal is to reduce the initial investment burden for customers exploring steel AM solutions. Through the ArcelorMittal Research Center, the companies will collaborate with customers to develop and test these technologies, making it easier for manufacturers to qualify and integrate AM into their production processes. Once the technology reaches the required maturity, it will be transferred to contract manufacturers for final industrialization. This approach not only saves time and investment but also accelerates the adoption of AM in production environments where high performance and material versatility are essential.

Formnext 2024: ArcelorMittal and HP to Showcase Steel AM Innovations
Visit Both Companies at Formnext to Learn More About the Future of Steel 3D Printing
At Formnext 2024, both companies will be showcasing their progress in steel AM technology. Visitors can meet with representatives from ArcelorMittal and HP to discuss the collaboration and see firsthand the innovations that are transforming the steel manufacturing landscape. HP will be located at Hall 12.1, Stand D41, while ArcelorMittal will be at Hall 11.0, Stand C21.