Sigma Labs Inc (SASI)

[GetRich1day]

Interesting. I believe IPQA will be part of this process. We shall know soon.

Speaking about a core issue around certification and qualification the point that “Every metal additive machine is a foundry,” is made by Herderick and how the additive supplier becomes the source of material properties. However, the qualification route of additive manufactured parts will be treated the same as any other critical process. Herderick says that it is “True that properties may be different, but the process by which we qualify is the same.”
This means, a lock down of processes and working through all supplier powder certifications, process qualification, material certification, vendor substantiation. “The details are different, but the route is the same,” Herderick says.

To ensure that 3D printed parts destined for critical roles are up to the job a number of techniques are used. These in In situ monitoring such as Concept Laser’s QM meltpool monitoring, GEIT X-ray CT on all LEAP nozzles and other techniques for non-destructive testing (NDT).

https://3dprintingindustry.com/news/insights-ge-using-additive-manufacturing-additive-technologies-leader-106685/