ASTM ICAM 2023  - October 30 - November 3, 2023

Learn more about Metal AM Powder Spreadability with Granutools at the ASTM ICAM 2023

The ASTM International Conference on Advanced Manufacturing (ASTM ICAM 2023) is a significant event happening from October 30 to November 3, 2023, at the Hyatt Regency – Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., USA. Hosted by the ASTM International Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence (AM CoE) and supported by multiple ASTM technical committees, ICAM 2023 is the eighth annual flagship event focusing on standardization, qualification, and certification in advanced manufacturing.

This conference covers key areas in additive and advanced manufacturing, organized by a team of experts from industry, academia, government, and more. ICAM 2023 brings together professionals to address industry-specific needs, discuss innovation, explore materials and processes, and tackle data management challenges in advanced manufacturing. The goal is to bridge the gap between research and application through standardization. This year's event expands its scope to involve more ASTM committees and stakeholders, making it a global hub for sharing the latest developments in advanced manufacturing and driving research into real-world practice.

Presentation: Predicting Powder Spreadability for Metal AM

In this presentation, Filip Francqui, Managing Director at Granutools, explores the critical factor of powder spreadability in Metal Additive Manufacturing (AM). He delves into the relationship between powder rheology, cohesiveness, and spreadability, introducing the Cohesive Index metric as a valuable predictor.

During AM processes like Selective Laser Melting (SLM) and Selective Laser Sintering (SLS), creating thin, precise powder layers is essential for high-resolution 3D printing. However, finer powders tend to be more cohesive and less spreadable, posing a challenge.

One significant discovery presented is the Cohesive Index, derived from powder/air interface fluctuations, as an effective predictor of spreadability within the printer. This research provides a cost-effective means to optimize powder selection and recoating, resulting in higher-quality 3D prints for metal AM applications.

You can find more information about the International Conference on Advanced Manufacturing 2023 on their website.

See you there!