Formnext 2022 sets the stage for high-performance, more sustainable material solutions by ARKEMA

Arkema, a French chemical and material company, has launched two high-performance customized formulations in order to expand its UV-curing range at Formnext 20,22. 

N3D HITEMP062, which is a combination high-temperature and tough material, and N3D -CAST063, an ultra-resolution material provide a matte surface that allows for details to be visible and provides a melt behavior during burnout, making it ideal for quality castings. Arkema also introduced an elastomeric resin that balances between the elongation of 170%, and the tear strength, according to company claims.

Partnerships with EOS or Stratasys

Arkema displayed new technologies in powder bed fusion at Formnext 20,22. This was led by top brands Kepstan PEKK high -performance thermoplastic or Rilsan, bio-based polyamide.

Arkema announced that the PA1101, a novel carbon-neutral powder for the EOS P 810 system will be launched as part of their continuing partnership in responsible manufacturing. To meet the requirements of high-temperature applications in the Oil & Gas and Electrical & Electronic markets, Arkema and EOS are expected to unveil a novel Kepstan PEKK powder for the EOS P 810 system, that offers higher ductility, higher recyclability, and excellent electrical insulation.

Arkema announced the debut of Kimya Kepstan PETKK-SC 3D filament in Stratasys’ Validated Material Ecosystem. This Ecosystem was created by its partners Kimya, Stratasys and features a variety of polymers that are optimized for extrusion printing technology. According to Arkema, this high-performance thermoplastic filament “exceeds expectations” in the harshest industrial environments, for instance, end-use Oil & Gas applications such as backup rings.

Future partnerships and innovation

Arkema has developed two new, fully-formulated materials in collaboration with Continuous Composites. They are now available exclusively for Continuous Composites’ CF3D Enterprise. PolyMatTM High-temperature Tg is designed to print continuous glass and carbon fibres in order to create lightweight high-temperature constructions. Carbon Bonded Carbon Precursor parts for high-temperature applications are made from ceramic Carbon/Carbon.

Arkema’s collaboration with BCN3D to develop resins for their VLMTM 3D printing system is aimed at the industrial, transportation, consumer, and sporting goods markets.

Arkema’s 3D used printed parts and powders recycling solution Virtucycle program is being offered interested to consumers by HP. The Virtucycle program provides eco-design expertise, recyclability and recycling guarantees, and recycled high-performance polymers to Arkema’s polymer customers and downstream users.

3YOURMIND, an on-demand manufacturing software provider, and Arkema have also revealed the launch of ‘Easy 3D’,  an online digital platform that links Arkema customers to suppliers that provide Arkema materials. Engineers who use this platform are given access to Arkema’s material suggestions, which assist in decision-making and part application development for on-demand manufacturing.

Elsewhere, Arkema has joined Replique‘s material partner network. Replique, an additive manufacturer company, enables manufacturers transition from a traditional to digital inventory, and provides worldwide spare parts upon demand.

In additive manufacturing, sustainable materials

EOS (the powder bed fusion (3D printer) developer and Siemens, an industrial manufacturing company, have both recently introduced new 3D printing powders at Formnext. EOS introduces two new eco-friendly materials. While Siemens’ 3D printers have shown that they can reduce the environmental footprint of car grippers by using their inherent design freedoms, EOS also introduced them. Previously powered by gasoline, the company’s carbon-reduced PA 2200 now emits nearly 45% less CO2. EOS released the climate-neutral PA 2200, which was bio-based and does not compromise quality.

Tvasta Manufacturing Solutions, located in Chennai, began work previously with India Cements to develop a new, sustainable, 3D printed material for construction. As part of a ‘strategic collaboration’ agreement, the companies agreed to exchange technologies and conduct joint R&D in order to develop a novel, eco-friendly cement formulation. Following their successful collaboration on Indian Air Force private projects, both companies wanted to extend their collaboration to improve Indian construction.

Braskem (a Brazilian petrochemical firm) had just launched its first sustainable 3D printing filaments. Three filaments made of recycled polyethylene, bio-based EVA and polypropylene were on display at this year’s RAPID+ TCT tradeshow in Detroit. Jason Vagnozzi, Braskem’s Global Commercial Director of Additive Manufacturing said, “Braskem has a longstanding history of innovating and producing more sustainable bio-based polymer 3D printing filaments reaffirms our commitment to a more circular, carbon-neutral future.” 

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Feature image shows Arkema’s headquarters in Colombes, France. Arkema.