(Renishaw: Hoffman Estates, IL) -- Renishaw’s new laser additive-metal manufacturing process is capable of producing fully dense metal parts direct from 3-D CAD data using a high-powered fiber laser. Parts are built layer by layer, in thicknesses ranging from 20 to 100 microns, using a range of fine metal powders that are fully melted in a tightly controlled atmosphere.

The current range of machines uses a third-generation design representing state-of-the-art manufacturing technology. Key features include variable powder delivery, ultralow oxygen content in the build atmosphere, and an unparalleled safe-change filter system to minimize user contact with materials.

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