The Chiron Group has developed the Chiron AM Cube, a metal additive manufacturing solution utilizing laser metal deposition. The Additive Manufacturing department is a start-up within our own business group, says Axel Boi, head of additive manufacturing at Chiron. With this 3D metal printer, we are creating a facility for manufacturing larger components with long procurement times and high material prices. This technology can be used effectively in the mechanical engineering, tool manufacturing, energy production and aerospace sectors.
The Chiron AM Cube is suitable for coating and repairing components up to 500 mm in size, for cylindrical components up to a meter long and for the near-net-shape production of semi-finished products. The AM Cube can be provided with up to 3 deposition heads with patented, hardwired energy, material and data supply.