This series of news round-up gathers the latest news on funding, acquisitions and services.
Wall Colmonoy acquires AM material producer Indurate Alloys Ltd.
Wall Colmonoy, known in the AM industry as a provider of metallic powders, acquires Indurate Alloys Ltd., a Canadian supplier of hardfacing products. In addition to metallic and carbide powders in HVOF, Plasma Spray, Thermal Spray, Laser and Plasma Transferred Arc (PTA) forms as well as wires and electrodes, Indurate also Additive Manufacturing powders and mainly collaborates with companies utilizing 3D printing technologies, such as powder bed fusion and direct energy deposition.
This acquisition will strengthen Wall Colmonoy’s position in the Canadian market and provide customers with a wider range of products and expertise to meet their wear resistance and corrosion protection needs.
Sinterit secures PLN 7.5m in share issue
Sinterit sp zoo, the long-established manufacturer of affordable 3D printing systems, has raised PLN 7.5m (approx. US$ 1.85m or EUR 1.73m) in a share issue underwritten by existing shareholders.
The funds will be used for increased marketing spend, investments into improving manufacturing productivity and the development of a new generation of 3D printing machines based on selective laser sintering of plastics.
Albert Klein, CEO of Sinterit, said: “Lately, confidence in the future of 3D printer manufacturers has waned. We don’t share this sentiment and are grateful for the continued support of our shareholders. The market for additive manufacturing technology is consolidating. Affordable integrated selective laser sintering systems will have a place in this market and so will Sinterit.”
SCANcalc App now also includes 3D laser scan systems
OEM manufacturer of 3D scanning solutions SCANLAB GmbH has expanded the functional scope of its calculation app ‘SCANcalc‘. The free app simplifies calculations for users when checking scan parameters for their individual requirements.
Since 2017, the app has been able to calculate the focus diameter and display the accuracy of various 2D scanning systems at a selected focal length. The new app version now also includes 3D systems. This means that spot size and Rayleigh length can now be easily calculated for the latter at the touch of a button.
The selection of the optimum scan system is based on fundamental factors such as the laser power, the need for dynamics and the required precision. The technical specifications of the respective 2D or 3D scan head must then be carefully matched with the required process parameters. 3D scanners are often used in additive manufacturing, for laser welding and other applications.
The updated SCANcalc version 1.40, including 3D scanners, is available as an iOS and Android version in the common app stores in German and English. The free app includes the glossary ‘SCANpedia’, which explains technical terms, as well as a detailed help menu for questions around the calculations. As soon as the app has been installed, it can be used at any time without an internet connection.
Featured image: SCANLAB GmbH. SCANcalc app allows complex calculations for 2D and 3D scan systems
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