7th European Congress of Applied Biotechnology (ECAB)  - September 17 - 21, 2023

Granutools' team will attend the 7th European Congress of Applied Biotechnology (ECAB)

The 7th European Congress of Applied Biotechnology (ECAB), organized simultaneously with the 14th European Congress of Chemical Engineering (ECCE), is a premier European event that unites professionals in the fields of chemical engineering, biotechnology, and bioprocessing. Its purpose is to provide innovative solutions for food supply, mobility, energy, health, and well-being, all while striving for a sustainable economy.

Organized by DECHEMA e.V. in cooperation with the European Federation of Chemical Engineering (EFCE) and the European Society of Biochemical Engineering Sciences (ESBES), it focuses on applied research, bridging the gap between theory and practice. With renowned speakers, an industry exhibition, and networking opportunities, ECAB fosters innovation and collaboration. Established in 1997, it occurs biennially at various locations. The next ECAB will be in Berlin from Sept 17-21, 2023, showcasing advancements, fostering exchanges, and supporting industry-academia cooperation.

Presentation: Comparison between the quality of powder layers and the GranuDrum Cohesive Index of polymeric powders for the Selective Laser Sintering process at ambient and process temperatures

Marco Lupo, Particle Scientist at Granutools, will present on "Comparing Powder Layer Quality and GranuDrum Cohesive Index for SLS Process." Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) creates 3D objects through powder dispersion and laser sintering. During his presentation, he  will explore factors affecting powder layer quality, including, amongst others, particle properties, interlocking, and stresses.

Two tools:  a purposely made setup from the University of Salerno (UNISA) and the GranuDrum where the consistent relationship between the GranuDrum Cohesive Index of a powder and its spreadability in the UNISA setup suggests that the rotating drum can be considered a promising method to predict powder performance in real 3D-printers.

For more information about the study and the process, join us at ECAB.