Michael Bisser Divisional Director Sales | Hermle USA, Inc.
Michael Bisser Divisional Director Sales | Hermle USA, Inc.
HERMLE, a company traditionally recognized for its material removal systems such as milling and cutting, is making significant strides in the field of additive manufacturing with its unique MPA technology. This innovative approach allows HERMLE to align its additive manufacturing process with its established mission of precision machining.
Additive manufacturing, commonly known as 3D printing, involves creating three-dimensional objects by adding layers based on a CAD model. HERMLE's MPA technology specifically uses metal powder materials like hot-working steel and copper to build solid forms layer by layer. The process combines additive manufacturing with traditional milling techniques to ensure precise shaping and contouring.
"MPA – or 'metal powder application'" is how HERMLE describes their approach to additive manufacturing. The company emphasizes that while additive manufacturing offers numerous advantages such as resource efficiency and design freedom, it still requires post-processing steps like milling to achieve the final product quality.
The potential applications for this technology are vast, spanning industries from automotive and aerospace to medicine and jewelry making. In particular, HERMLE highlights the use of 3D printing in prototype development and customized production, which can lead to more efficient resource use compared to traditional subtractive methods.
HERMLE provides its MPA technology as a service at its Ottobrunn site, focusing on projects that complement their expertise in milling. The combination of these methods results in solutions that conserve resources, reduce weight, and open up new possibilities in product development.
The company invites interested parties to explore the capabilities of MPA technology further by visiting their facilities for demonstrations.
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