Equispheres and 3D Systems Partner to Boost 3D Printing Efficiency with Advanced Aluminium Powder

Strategic Supplier Agreement to Enhance Additive Manufacturing
Equispheres has entered into a significant supplier agreement with 3D Systems, allowing its high-performance aluminium powder to be used with 3D Systems’ DMP Flex 350 and DMP Factory 350 3D printing systems. This collaboration is expected to revolutionize the efficiency and quality of 3D printing for industries such as automotive and aerospace, where precision and rapid production are essential.

Key Performance Gains from Equispheres Aluminium Powder
Equispheres’ advanced aluminium powder has shown exceptional results when tested on 3D Systems’ printers, demonstrating productivity improvements of up to 50%. The powder achieves an average density of 99.8%, which is a key indicator of its high quality and efficiency. In addition, the DMP Flex 350 printer achieved a build rate of 49.7cc/hr at 60µm layer thickness during testing, proving that this collaboration can enhance production speed while maintaining high-quality standards.

Applications in Automotive and Aerospace
The primary applications for Equispheres’ aluminium powder are expected to be in automotive and aerospace sectors, where high-performance, lightweight parts are critical. Potential products include heat exchangers, brackets, and passive RF hardware. The use of Equispheres materials with 3D Systems’ cutting-edge printing technology promises to streamline the production of these complex components, reducing manufacturing time and costs.

Strategic Expansion and Leadership Appointment
In a related move, Equispheres has appointed Rob Acton, former Global Director of Strategic Partnerships at Carpenter Additive, as Vice President of Sales for North America. Acton’s appointment is part of the company’s broader strategy to expand its market presence, especially in North America, and further capitalize on the growing demand for advanced materials in additive manufacturing.

Equispheres’ breakthrough in aluminium powder technology, coupled with 3D Systems’ innovative printing capabilities, signals a leap forward for industries relying on high-performance 3D printing solutions. This partnership will not only improve efficiency but also drive cost savings and production speed, positioning both companies at the forefront of the additive manufacturing revolution.