As-Built and Post-treated Microstructures of an Electron Beam Melting (EBM) Produced Nickel-Based Superalloy
The microstructures of an electron beam melted (EBM) nickel-based superalloy (Alloy 718) were examined in both as-built and post-treated conditions, focusing on the contour and hatch regions of the build….
Hot isostatic pressing in metal additive manufacturing: X-ray tomography reveals details of pore closure
…near-surface pores remain problematic, potentially leading to reopening during heat treatment. The study discusses implications for quality control and suggests using HIP to consolidate unmelted powder for faster production rates….
Maximize your Flexform™ utilization
…or eliminating the need for intermediate heat treatments and time consuming hand corrections. The versatility of the flexible rubber diaphragm allow forming of both simple shallow parts and deep complex…
Productivity enhancement of laser powder bed fusion using compensated shelled geometries and hot isostatic pressing, Ti-6Al-4V
…shrinkage ratio. Compensatory designs offset shrinkage or distortion during HIP, with mechanical evaluation showing equivalent tensile performance to fully dense printed parts. This enables faster build rates with HIP consolidation.…
Latest developments in state-of-the-art capabilities in HIP/HPHT™ for advanced ceramics
…used to enable research and full production of high end ceramics for the fast growing applications of HIPSN for bearings, ZTA/ATZ for medical implants and transparent ceramics for various applications….
Forming Simulation Correlation with the Flexform Hydroform Technology
The technique allows sheet metal to be formed in different thicknesses in one and the same tool, as the blank will take the shape of the single rigid tool half….
Microstructure evolution-based design of thermal post-treatments for EBM-built Alloy 718
The study investigates how different thermal treatments affect the microstructure of EBM-made Alloy 718. It finds that lower-temperature HIPing closes defects without excessive grain growth. Solution treatment causes d phase…
Effect of HIP and High-Pressure Heat Treatments on Die Cast AlSi10Mg Alloy
Heat treatment can play a major role in enhancing the performance of cast alloys. Innovation in this field continues to address the challenges both for the industrial and the research…
Ensure food safety for fresh juices and health shots with HPP
…spoilage microorganisms without compromising the nutritional integrity of the juice. Research conducted at the Quintus Technologies Application Center in Columbus, Ohio, USA, demonstrated that HPP treatment achieves a significant reduction…
Ford Motor Company have successfully operated a 93,000 ton Quintus Flexform press
The Flexform process is used for low volume sheet metal fabrication and for prototype development, where complex shapes and high part quality is required. Quick time to market is a…
On the Anisotropic Impact Behavior of an Additively Manufactured AlSi10Mg Alloy in Different Heat Treatment Conditions
This study examines the anisotropic high-strain rate behavior of laser-powder bed fusion (L-PBF) produced AlSi10Mg alloy under various heat treatment conditions. Different heat treatments were tested, and impact tests were…
Effect of γ′ precipitate size on hardness and creep properties of Ni-base single crystal superalloys: Experiment and simulation
This study explores the impact of γ′ precipitate size on the mechanical properties of Ni-based single crystal superalloys. Through experiments and simulations, it’s found that smaller γ′ precipitates result in…
Quintus Purus®
…um nun auch eine Funktion für das saubere HIP anzubieten. Know-How Utilising industry best practices for heat treatments of oxygen sensitive alloys to make sure the basics is in place…
Learn how to efficiently produce complex jet engine parts in sheet metal
Learn how to eliminate production cost with high pressure hydroforming. We will review three examples of jet engine parts, where the combination of forming simulation, innovative tooling design and the…
Cessna Aircraft Company marks four decades of successful high pressure parts forming
Cessna Aircraft Company will soon celebrate its 90th anniversary, and is busier than ever. In terms of unit sales, Cessna is the world’s largest manufacturer of general aviation airplanes. In…
Quintus Technologies Fluid Cell Press Provides Metal Parts Forming Solution for Thailand’s JINPAO Precision Industry
…the manufacture of structural sheet metal and machined parts. Reflecting JINPAO’s close association with the aerospace industry, the Quintus press model QFC 0.7×1.8-1400 was installed in the company’s vertically integrated…
Latest developments in High Pressure Heat Treatment of AM parts
Some companies have chosen to develop the service market, whilst others have insourced capability. Both of these are helping to drive the industrialisation of the AM market. Whether you are…
Phase Transformation under Isostatic Pressure in HIP
…in this study, a comparison of austenite phase transformation time at 100 bar and 1700 bar was performed. The study was performed by isothermal heat treatment of specimens for a…
Hot Isostatic Pressing for the Casting Industry
…the purpose to eliminate internal voids and defects in components to achieve 100% theoretical density. The pressure and heat are applied to the components via an inert gas, normally argon….
Anwendungszentrum
…Tooling White paper Leveling the playing field for sheet metal parts White paper Forming and process experience from the operation of a 3,000 ton Flexform deep draw press White paper…
