Aluminium Binder Jetting sounds perfect on paper: fast printing, no support structures, and high-volume production. But after decades of development, manufacturers are still struggling with 40+ hour post-processing, material limits, and safety concerns. So why hasn’t it delivered, and why is Molten Metal Deposition succeeding where Binder Jetting stalls?
A new chapter in metal 3D printing. Discover how Molten Metal Deposition makes aluminium FDM fast, affordable, and finally viable for industry. Table of contents Introduction to FDM and aluminium FDM Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM), also known as Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) in academic circles, was invented in 1985-1986 by Scott Crump who founded Stratasys. …
How ValCUN’s 3D Printed Catalytic Air Purification Systems Reduce Costs by 37% In a world increasingly concerned with air quality and sustainable industrial processes, 3D printed catalytic air purification systems are revolutionising the way emissions are treated. ValCUN has partnered with AddCat, a Dutch air purification innovator, to create next-generation catalytic reactors using aluminium and …
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Introduction Accurate control of process parameters is critical to achieving consistent quality in metal Additive Manufacturing (AM), especially for thermally conductive materials like aluminum. Aluminum AM parameter optimization with AI is at the core of ValCUN’s solution: its Molten Metal Deposition (MMD) process—a novel AM technology inspired by Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF)—builds aluminum parts in …
Introduction: Improving Aluminium Recycling Efficiency with FSE and MMD. Aluminium is widely used across industries for its strength, light weight, and recyclability. However, CNC machining generates substantial aluminium chip waste, which is difficult to recycle due to high oxide content and varying size. This post examines how Friction Stir Extrusion (FSE) and Molten Metal Deposition …
Metal 3D printing in Defence When a Single Broken Part Jeopardises a Defence Mission In modern defence operations, success can hinge on a single mechanical component. A failed pump, cracked housing, or worn-out valve can force vehicles or vessels out of action, causing delays, increasing risk, and adding to operational costs. Yet, these parts are …
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In the HVAC industry, achieving optimal airflow and energy efficiency is paramount. Engineers increasingly rely on Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) to design fan blades that enhance performance and reduce energy consumption. However, the complex geometries resulting from CFD optimisation often pose significant manufacturing challenges. Traditional manufacturing methods struggle to produce these intricate designs, limiting the …
Printing aluminium has always been a trade-off between printability and performance. Molten Metal Deposition (MMD) ends the compromise by letting engineers use the alloys they actually need.
Aluminium offers everything engineers want, except a reliable way to 3D-print it. That’s finally changing. Ask any engineer about Aluminum Additive Manufacturing (AAM), and you’ll quickly sense the contradiction: it’s a material everyone wants, yet almost nobody truly enjoys printing. Lightweight, strong, thermally conductive, and corrosion-resistant, aluminum has long been an engineer’s dream. But making …
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