Renishaw Ti6AI4V Laser Powder Bed Fusion Bottle Opener
Holdson was approached by Renishaw, a leading manufacturer of 3D printing technology, to explore the surface finishes achievable using electrochemical polishing. Renishaw tasked Holdson with processing a promotional bottle opener printed using their laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) technology, testing both matte and shiny finishes to evaluate the range of achievable results. Renishaw left the […]
Ti6Al4V – Medical
Holdson was approached by a leading company in the medical sector that was seeking to enhance the surface quality of titanium parts. Made from Ti6Al4V and produced through additive manufacturing, it is critical that these components are smooth with no residual powder for biocompatibility. However, achieving the required surface finish using conventional methods presented challenges, […]
Tungsten – Nuclear
Holdson was approached by a leading nuclear energy research and technology organisation (RTO). The client operates within a performance-critical nuclear environment, where geometric precision and material integrity are essential parameters. In nuclear energy applications, lattice structures are commonly used as heat sinks due to their excellent thermal management properties. However, for the lattices to function […]
Inconel – Aerospace
In the aerospace sector, strict regulatory requirements, environmental and safety standards combine with high performance needs to product exceptionally rigorous criteria for manufactured components. Existing manufacturing and post-processing techniques are often insufficient for the levels of surface finish demanded for the type of complex high-performance alloy components deployed in the demanding aeronautical environment. With this […]
AlSi10Mg – Automotive
In the competitive automotive industry, optimising fuel efficiency is crucial for reducing emissions and meeting regulatory standards. Current post-processing techniques for additively manufactured automotive components are very often inadequate to contribute to the levels of engine performance and fuel efficiency demanded by today’s stringent regulatory requirements. Holdson was approached by a prominent automotive OEM […]
Case Study: Early Development Stages of Electroform – Polishing Chess Pieces
In this case study, we delve into the early development stages of Electroform and how the polishing of chess pieces played a crucial role in shaping the methodology behind our innovative Electroform™ machines.
