Utilizing the BASF Catamold 316L MIM feedstock and PTI Tech’s exacting manufacturing process, the resulting component was manufactured near net shape, and the three components were consolidated into one, negating the need for robotic laser welding. PTI Tech provided the client a significantly more consistent manufacturing process that eliminated multiple machining steps, delivered cost savings over the original fabrication process, enabled components to be repeatedly manufactured to close tolerances, and reduced assembly complexity. When presented with the success of the BASF process, the client asked for even more geometric functionality to be added to the tool, which resulted in a design and tooling iteration that delivered even greater cost savings and manufacturing efficiency.
