IperionX Limited (IperionX), a provider of sustainable titanium tech, has signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding (MOU) with SLM Solutions Group AG (SLM), a global provider of metal additive manufacturing systems, for the potential supply of spherical titanium metal powders from IperionX’s planned Titanium Demonstration Facility (TDF) in Virginia to SLM.
What does the MOU mean for the industry?
SLM Solutions Group AG is an international provider of metal 3D printing solutions serving customers with an installed base of over 850 systems and 1,400 lasers globally, having invented selective laser melting and pioneered metal additive manufacturing using metal powders via the Laser Powder Bed Fusion additive manufacturing modality.
This MOU with two leading metal AM tech companies could offer the first 100% recycled titanium metal powders to SLM’s extensive customer base. IperionX’s unique titanium technologies allow the production of high-quality titanium powders from 100% recycled titanium feedstocks and reduce the carbon footprint and environmental impact of titanium.
What does the MOU mean for IperionX and SLM?
Commenting on the MOU, Anastasios Arima, co-founder and CEO of IperionX said: “We are pleased to be partnering with SLM, a global leader in metal 3D printing solutions. This agreement recognizes the value of sustainable, 100% recycled titanium metal powders for leading companies and will be a unique titanium powder offering for SLM’s global customers.”
Commenting on the partnership, Sam O’Leary, Chief Executive Officer of SLM said: “The partnership between IperionX and SLM Solutions is a real plus for SLM users and expands their material portfolio with recycled low-cost titanium material. We look forward to offer the only 100% recycled titanium metal powder as part of our extensive materials offering.”
