Formnext Fair is particularly important for metal specialists from 3D Lab. It was during this event that they presented their proprietary atomizer for the production of metal powders for the first time. This year, they were also present at the largest European trade fair bringing together representatives of the 3D printing industry. The fifth edition of the Formnext fair in Frankfurt am Main (19-22.11.2019) became an opportunity for them to present an expanded portfolio of devices from the ATO line.
Since the launch of its debut device 3D Lab has been trying to analyze the needs of customers and meet them. The result of research and lack of desire to develop are new devices that go beyond the current spectrum of applications, allowing the production of small amounts of metal powders for laboratory and industrial needs.
Facing technological limitations, high costs and spatial barriers, 3D Lab has created devices tailored to the restrictive requirements of laboratory production of metal powders and atomization of precious metals. At the same time, a “proof of concept” of the Pro device, a more industrialized version of ATO, was presented.
Ato Lab is the world’s first compact device for the production of metallic powders, which enjoys unflagging interest among customers looking for a fast and economical way to produce small amounts of powder in their own research laboratories. Ato Lab gives the opportunity not only to reduce production costs, but also significantly speeds up the research process and introducing further materials to the market.
ATO Lab Plus is another iteration of the device that has undergone significant optimization. It has been enriched with:
The technology of ultrasonic atomization of the material used in the device allows to achieve spherical particles with a diameter of 20 to 100 µm – the whole process is carried out in an atmosphere of shielding gas. The planned implementation is planned for the first quarter of next year.
ATO Noble is a solution created for pulverizing precious metals, created on the basis of previous experience and cooperation of 3D Lab with market representatives. The solution developed for the needs of clients in the field of economic atomization of expensive and rare metal alloys is characterized by:
The device allows you to process materials such as gold, silver, platinum without worrying about losing valuable raw material. The planned implementation is planned for the first quarter of next year.
ATO Pro was presented as a device concept that responds to the needs of customers who unanimously pay attention to the high costs of metal powders available on the market and the inability to produce own input material for 3D printers in SLM technology. What distinguishes Ato PRO is the ability to control the full process – from the moment the powder is created to the final product – 3D printed parts.
The device has been equipped with:
The solution will be available for sale within two years.