Acknowledged for its powder and wire solutions for additive manufacturing, Swiss Steel Group and its subsidiary Ugitech introduce the UGIWAM® wire. This additive manufacturing solution falls under the category of wire arc additive manufacturing (WAAM). Called by the company “WAAM wire », it helps deliver the precise manufacturing of components and custom alloys tailored to the specific requirements of various industries.
The new process is built on Ugitech’s expertise in welding, wire drawing, and machining. With 35 years of experience in the production of welding filler metals and 117 years in stainless steel production, Ugitech offers an optimal wire for every application, covering all industries, including aerospace, defense, oil and gas, nuclear, maritime, and more.
This means that the UGIWAM® wire could help these industries meet their production requirements.
Key features
The UGIWAM® wire integrates a custom chemical composition, complete control over the raw material origin, and mastery of the wire drawing process.
As a producer of filler metal with its own steel mill, Ugitech can directly control the chemical composition of the wire, thus offering products that are perfectly tailored to customer specifications.
“The ability to adjust the composition of our products provides a major competitive advantage. We don’t just define the product; we also define it for each project by taking into account the specific characteristics of the part being produced, the customer’s manufacturing processes, and the project’s carbon footprint goals,” explains Marc Marticou, Director of Strategic Marketing for the Stainless Steel Division of Swiss Steel Group.
The chemical composition of the wire is continuously improved there to optimize the deposition properties. Ugitech has implemented dedicated systems for final wire drawing operations to ensure control and stability of the wire surface appearance, thus optimizing weldability.
The UGIWAM® products are specifically tested and optimized to meet the needs of the additive manufacturing industry, ensuring that they meet the highest standards in terms of precision and material properties.
Ugitech helps its customers select the alloy that meets their environmental objectives by providing the carbon footprint for each UGIWAM® product, thus contributing to sustainability and emissions reduction.
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