Laser Deposition Technology for Additive Manufacturing

Wednesday, May 25, 2016: 9:30 AM
404 (Meydenbauer Center)
Mr. Robert Mudge , RPM Innovations, Inc, Rapid City, SD
Presentation Title: 

Laser Deposition Technology For Additive Manufacturing

 

Presentation Description / Abstract:

The presentation will give an overview of Laser Freeform Manufacturing for aerospace, DOD, and industrial applications.  Various applications will be shown and discussed to understand where the technology can be utilized with a focus on large scale freeform manufacturing.  An equipment overview which will highlight various capabilities will also be presented.

 

RPM Innovations, Inc. Company Profile:

RPM Innovations Inc. (RPMI) specializes in “powder fed” Laser Deposition Technology (LDT) which includes Laser Freeform Manufacturing Technology (LFMT), Laser Repair Technology (LRT), and Laser Cladding Technology (LCT).  RPMI provides Application Development, Manufacturing, and Repair Solutions for its customers.  They also manufacture a complete line of LDT Systems which include a Model 222, a Model 535, and a Model 557 (5’ x-axis by 5’ y-axis by 7’ z-axis) which employ Fiber Lasers up to 4KW.  RPMI customers include, Aerospace Industry, Department of Defense, Oil and Gas, and Power and Mining Industry.