SMS group has set up a 3D Competence Center at their location in Mönchengladbach, Germany in order to investigate all major steps of metal additive manufacturing and to define and optimize the process integration.

• Pilot plant with powder atomization plant and 3D printer (type: Laser based powder bed fusion) at SMS group location Mönchengladbach
• Real-life production conditions for investigation of nozzle geometry, pressure, gas jet, temperatures and behavior of different metals
• Perfect setup for optimization of powder production and 3D printing for reproducible, high quality and minimized costs
• Development of know-how for industrial series production in additive manufacturing