Additive Manufacturing Consulting

Mission

Our goal is to enable our customers to successfully integrate Additive Manufacturing into their business to sustainably benefit from the new technology.

AMPOWER Report 2022

AM Market and technology
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Additive Manufacturing Consulting Approach

Grow your Additive Manufacturing business

Over the years, the AMPOWER team developed a unique Additive Manufacturing consulting approach. AM tech companies rely on AMPOWERs combined top down and bottom-up methodology to seize market opportunities and become market leaders in their segments. Additive Manufacturing consulting by AMPOWER is always focused on the added value for end users generated by the AM technology. Following the mantra of adding value, the AMPOWER team has built up extensive know-how of the major AM user segments, their requirements, and their production strategies. Combined with a global network of C-level stakeholders in the industry, AMPOWER is the ideal partner for AM tech companies to become successful leaders in their industry.

Learn about our 3D Printing Consulting Approach

The team unites more than 40 years industrial AM experience
Proprietary first hand market data with AMPOWER Report
Vast global network of AM users and suppliers
Added value oriented Additive Manufacturing consulting approach
Global C-Level on demand expert network
More than 250 international Additive Manufacturing consulting projects

Knowledge

Market and Technology Studies

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Copper Additive Manufacturing

Studies

(Ongoing study) Out of the 18 different metal AM technologies AMPOWER categorizes today, vendors of half a dozen technologies have introduced processing of copper and another half a dozen researches the use. AMPOWER will assess the maturity, productivity and cost structure.

(Ongoing study) Out of the 18 different metal AM technologies AMPOWER categorizes today, vendors of half a dozen technologies have introduced processing of copper and another half a dozen researches the use. AMPOWER will assess the maturity, productivity and cost structure.

Metal Binder Jetting Workshop

Studies

Get information beyond the marketing buzz. The AMPOWER Metal Binder Jetting workshop will enable you to fully understand todays and future potential and limitations of the technology and how to utilize it.

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Composite Additive Manufacturing

Studies

Processing of composite materials is a fast growing field within the field of Additive Manufacturing. Today, more than 19 companies develop technology to offer solutions that enable 3D printed components made from composite materials and continuous fibers.

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Cost of Metal Additive Manufacturing

Studies

Participants of the workshop will learn about the real costs of metal AM today. Furthermore, you will gain the knowledge to make the decision for the most cost-efficient technology as well as for choosing make vs. buy.

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Direct Energy Deposition

Studies

AMPOWER performed a detailed study on surface finishing processes of metal AM parts. The study included research on surface finishing processes, their advantages, use cases and details on the cost structure. In total, 10 different processes that allow (semi-)automatic surface finishing were tested empirically using LB-PBF specimens and 4 different alloys: AlSi10Mg, Ti-6Al-4V, 316L and nickel-based 718.

$HIP fracture analysis$

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Hot Isostatic Pressing Of Titanium AM Parts

Studies

To advance the knowledge on HIP treatments for AM parts, while enhancing AM specific material properties, AMPOWER investigates and optimizes HIP cycles for LB-, EB-PBF and BJT in this study.

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Surface Finish

Studies

AMPOWER performed a detailed study on surface finishing processes of metal AM parts. The study included research on surface finishing processes, their advantages, use cases and details on the cost structure. In total, 10 different processes that allow (semi-)automatic surface finishing were tested empirically using LB-PBF specimens and 4 different alloys: AlSi10Mg, Ti-6Al-4V, 316L and nickel-based 718.

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Sinter-based technologies

Studies

In this study, AMPOWER presents an objective and independent view on the current capabilities of sinter-based AM technologies compared with LB-PBF and metal injection molding (MIM). By analyzing over 50 specimens from 9 different system suppliers, AMPOWER is revealing the characteristics of the different technologies.

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Additive Manufacturing Consulting for investors

Analyzing the true potential and seize market opportunities

The fast-growing Additive Manufacturing industry offers unique investment opportunities. The Additive Manufacturing consulting expertise of AMPOWER helps investors navigate through the variety of technologies, applications, and markets. Based on a proprietary market report which is released every year, the AMPOWER team is equipped with firsthand market information and can assess addressable markets for every Additive Manufacturing technology. In the past years, AMPOWER has built up a vast and global network of industry experts, supply chain representatives and major technology users. Alongside this market and network capabilities, the Additive Manufacturing consulting work is backed by numerous tools and methodologies, developed over the years. Proven and continuously improved tools for cost calculations, market assessment, carbon footprint calculations and application screenings enable the AMPOWER team to provide its clients with firsthand information to make the right decisions in any investment opportunity.

Additive Manufacturing Consulting

Additive Manufacturing Consulting

Mission

Additive Manufacturing Consulting Approach

Grow your Additive Manufacturing business

Knowledge

Market and Technology Studies

Additive Manufacturing Consulting for investors

Analyzing the true potential and seize market opportunities

Publications

AMPOWER Insights

AMPOWER Report 2022

Management Summary

References

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