LPW Additive Manufacturing Solutions

Additive Manufacturing Solutionsfor Selective Laser Melting, Laser Metal Deposition & Electron Beam Melting

Machine breakdown & preventative maintenance | Application development | Powder analysis | Alloy development | Metal powders | Powder management & scrap recycling

ServicesLPW offer the full range of services that an industrial user of Additive Manufacturing would need.

Our team provide a one-stop solution to industrial users – powders, process development,machine breakdown, alloy development and scrap powder recycling. Every step is undertakenby experienced professionals at a very competitive price. Our ability to provide this high quality,all-encompassing service has proved hugely popular with companies looking for fast, effective,stress free solutions.

LPW is proud to have worked with leading companies operating within the Additive Manufacturingsector including TRUMPF, Stanley Black & Decker, Renishaw, Lufthansa Technik and Avio.

Laser Metal Deposition is a novel and exciting process thathas the potential to be of significant importance to TRUMPF.

LPW Technology has been at the centre of the industry in the UKsince it was established in 2007 and has positioned itself as a keypotential supplier in any future supply chains.

TRUMPF Laser- und Systemtechnik GmbH

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Machine breakdown& preventative maintenance

With our unrivalled wealth of knowledge LPW understand machines inside and out. We repair andmaintain a full range of Laser Metal Deposition machines, including those manufactured byHuffman. We support all aspects of the machine tool including the kinematics, laser and optics,powder hopper, nozzles and chiller.

All work is undertaken by experienced service technicians. We will arrange for the delivery of OEMspare parts to your facility. All equipment used to measure laser power or gas flows is calibratedannually by the equipment manufacturer. From undertaking laser mode-burns and tuning throughto nozzle alignment, we will guarantee your machine runs smoothly.

At LPW we prioritise customer requirements. To ensure production is optimised we will work toyour production schedule to minimise production impact and machine down time.


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Applicationdevelopment

Our background is Laser Metal Deposition (LMD) and Selective Laser Melting (SLM) processdevelopment. With over 20 years of combined experience, we understand exactly what it takes tomake an application work in industry. LPW have developed and delivered applications for companiesranging from aerospace component repair through to high-volume low cost consumer products.

LPW helped develop the metal powders and processparameters for the Laser Metal Deposition process where

Tungsten Carbide is deposited on the edge of the Stanley CarbideBlade. Several machines run continuously, 24 hours a day to forma deposit that is less than 0,3mm in height. The application haspermitted Stanley Black & Decker to develop a premium productfor industrial users of utilities knives.

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc

All work is undertaken in strict confidence.


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Powder analysisThe control of powder quality is absolutely key to LPW's success. To ensure our products are ofthe highest quality we have developed the capability to characterise powders fully. This allowsLPW to provide powders optimised for Additive Manufacturing. It also means we can offer thisunique capability and knowledge as a service to companies looking to fully understand thepowders they use in their deposition machines. This ability can enhance consistency, quality andsignificantly reduce costs.

At LPW’s Runcorn, UK, facility we have the following equipment:

• Angle of Repose• Apparent Density• Chemical Analysis• Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy• Hall Flow• Laser Size Diffraction• Moisture Analysis• Optical Microscopy• Powder Rheometry• Scanning Electron Microscopy• Shape Analysis• Shear Cell Analysis• Sieve Analysis• Tap Density• True Density

This equipment, together with our knowledge of powders and Additive Manufacturing processes,can be applied to help you understand your powder. This will result in more intelligent powderspecification leading to a more stable production process.

All work is undertaken to applicable ASTM specifications.


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Alloy developmentLPW believe that to fully exploit Additive Manufacture the alloys used on the machines must beoptimised. Why use a casting or forging alloy developed 50 years ago? It makes sense to LPW touse alloys developed for high solidification rate Additive Manufacture. Amongst the benefits couldbe stronger alloys, less distortion and lower levels of entrapped porosity.

We have applied our knowledge to our extensive range of LPW powders. The alloys we havedeveloped for customers include novel Ni-based superalloys and Co-based wear resistant alloys.LPW are committed to developing our understanding of what makes a good AdditiveManufacturing alloy and to continually fund a number of research projects.

Hayden Laser Services is a laser cladding shop thatspecializes in ‘difficult’ and high tolerance applications.

We take pride in both the dimensional accuracy and appearanceof our product. Switching to LPW powder improved both theappearance of our parts and also the ease of use due to fewerstoppages and nozzle cleanings. We appreciate the support weget from the technical expertise LPW is known for. We considerthem a valuable resource in a challenging market.

Hayden Laser Services, LLC


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Metal powdersLPW has developed a range of metal powders specifically for Selective Laser Melting (SLM), LaserMetal Deposition (LMD) and Electron Beam Melting (EBM). These powders have been optimisedto deliver a dependable and quality product, at an affordable price.

We offer a complete range of Aluminium, Cobalt, Nickel, Steel, Titanium and Tungsten Carbidealloy powders. Standard powders are supplied from stock, adding value through excellent serviceand quality products that offer our customers fast delivery and cost effective solutions. Ourobjective is to help the industrial user control their materials costs, increase the range of alloysavailable and ensure quality and traceability meet the requirements of aerospace and medicalcomponent manufacturers.

All powder is supplied with complete conformance certificates.

For users of higher volumes who need greater cost stability we can offer consignment stocking,stock management, Kanban services and long term pricing agreements in a range of currencies.

For the research user we offer custom atomisation services of novel chemistries and size distributions.We also have the capability to package powder under a high quality Argon atmosphere.


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Powder management & scrap recycling

Additive Manufacturing is perceived as an environmentally friendly solution with a 100% materialutilisation. In practice, this can be far from true. LPW believes in developing favourable wastemanagement solutions that will help users minimise their environmental footprint whilst maximisingthe value of their scrap raw material. A well-functioning industry must endeavour to minimise wasteand generate wealth. Through use, recovery and recycle LPW provide a complete life-cyclemanagement for your powders offering a complete materials waste managed service. FromAluminium and Titanium, to Nickel and Cobalt alloys, LPW will buy your scrap powder and convertit into new powder, ready for you to make it into new components again.

LPW POWDERSOLVE™ secure online software has been developed to provide an unparalleledlevel of multi-powder information for tracking the life-cycle of your Additive Manufacturing powders.By starting with LPW’s product certificate, additional chemical, size and flowability informationcollected after each use, the quality and contamination levels of the powder can be analysed andpredicted. With full traceability of the powder, from production through repeated use, includingafter blending, LPW POWDERSOLVE™ offers the most comprehensive database for powder andtrend analysis data; maximising your powder value. It enables material users to analyse physicalproperties, technical characteristics and chemical composition through a user-defined andinnovative reporting tool.


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Contact

www.lpwtechnology.com

@LPWTechnology

Email: [email protected] Website: www.lpwtechnology.com

LPW Technology Ltd16 Berkeley Court

Manor ParkRuncorn

Cheshire WA7 1TQUnited Kingdom

Phone: +44 (0) 1928 240 530Fax: +44 (0) 1928 240 531

LPW Technology, Inc.Parkway West Business Park511 Parkway View DrivePittsburgh, PA 15205

USA

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