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EBM white paper

Inside Electron Beam Melting

EBM is an innovative technology for manufacturing orthopedic implants and aerospace applications. The electron beam generates the energy needed for high melting capacity and high productivity. Download the EBM technical paper and read more about this unique technology.

webinar: Today’s Impact and Tomorrow’s Potential

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Tomas Kellner

19 September 2019

Electron Beam Melting (EBM) is a proven leader in cost-efficient additive manufacturing (AM) solutions to produce orthopedic implants and aerospace applications. This technology has the power to unleash a new generation of additive innovation and offers your business these advantages:

Freedom in design
Excellent material properties
Stacking capabilities

In this technical paper discover how this leading edge technology has the power to change your business and increase productivity.

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