PCM's integration of advanced additive manufacturing (AM) technologies
This case study examines PCM’s integration of advanced additive manufacturing (AM) technologies through the INTEGRADDE project, showcasing a leap towards innovative industrial production
Challenge
PCM sought to advance its manufacturing capabilities and innovate within the EU’s AM market. The challenge was to implement a scalable, reliable additive manufacturing process that could meet industrial demands.
Implemented Technology
Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM)
Service: Interoperability Validation of External Technology
Implementation Process:
Collaboration between teams (MX3D team that helped them to implement the new process, and PCM team) to adapt software and hardware, culminating in a successful integration test and the creation of a process digital twin for a demonstration part.
Results
Improvements in production efficiency and product quality
Reduce of waste
Accelerating the time it takes to bring new products to market
We wanted to work hand-by-hand with WAAM technology experts and that’s what we gained with MX3D. The technical discussion was very useful and the execution efficient: in 3-4 months we had our piece ready.
Christophe L’Haridon, Technologies Department Manager, PCM
Project info:
The use case is part of PCM’s involvement in the Horizon 2020 INTEGRADDE project, Grant Agreement noº xxxxxxxx, aiming to innovate the field of Additive Manufacturing.
This use case incorporates Luca Baglivo’s testimonial to illustrate the real-world application and benefits of integrating real-time monitoring in additive manufacturing.