Xact Metal, a specialist in metal 3D printing, announced a partnership with Uddeholm, a voestalpine company, to supply Corrax tool steel for additive manufacturing.
“We are proud of our partnership with Uddeholm,” said Juan Mario Gomez, Xact Metal CEO, “which grants us the ability to offer their revolutionary Corrax metal powder. This intersection between our affordable, high-performing 3D printing technology and Uddeholm’s material expertise is the point where the adoption of additive manufacturing can begin serving the tooling and molding industry. Uddeholm’s rich history and practical knowledge in the steel industry brings a legacy of excellence and innovation to our collaboration.”
Traditional manufacturing methods are increasingly reaching their limits with the unique demands of today’s manufacturing industry. Moldmakers and toolmakers are particularly affected by this issue, as many limitations of traditional manufacturing methods arise when creating optimal internal structures for molds. Uddeholm’s metal powder aims to remedy this by combining the benefits of additive manufacturing with those of high-quality tool steel.
“We are excited to be partnering with Xact Metal,” said Kevin Rochford, Vice-President of Sales from Uddeholm. “This partnership not only signifies a milestone in additive manufacturing but also brings in a new era of possibilities for the mold and tooling industry, where complexity meets efficiency, and tradition meets innovation. With our long history in the steel industry, this is a natural step forward for Uddeholm.”
In addition to the technological advances, the environmental benefits of Corrax powder are also in focus. Uddeholm’s sustainable production practices prioritize the use of fossil-free electricity to achieve a fossil-free powder manufacturing process, contributing to global emission reduction targets.
The collaboration between Xact Metal and Uddeholm will be showcased at NPE 2024, where visitors can learn more about Corrax and its potential for the tool and die industry.
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