1. Who is Continuum Powders?
Continuum Powders is a company specializing in the production of high-quality metal powders for additive manufacturing (3Dprinting). Formerly known as Molyworks, Continuum focuses on sustainability by converting waste materials into valuable powders using green energy and innovative processes like the Greyhound M2P 3.0 atomizer.
2. What products does Continuum Powders offer?
Continuum Powders offers a range of metal powders includingNi718, Ni625, 316 stainless steel, 17-4 stainless steel, maraging steel, and titanium (coming soon). The company also provides custom powder grades tailored to specific client requirements.
3. What is the Greyhound M2P 3.0 powder atomizer?
The Greyhound M2P 3.0 is Continuum Powders' latest powder atomizer, designed for small-batch processing and continuous operation. It uses a DC plasma heat source and allows for the efficient production of various alloys, enabling companies to test or process different metals in the same machine.
4. What makes Continuum Powders sustainable?
Continuum Powders’ commitment to sustainability is evident in its use of 100% recycled feedstock, green energy, and green argon atomization gas. The company's processes aim for a nearly carbon-zero footprint, making it a leader in sustainable metal powder production for additive manufacturing.
5. How is Continuum Powders different from other powder producers?
Continuum Powders differentiates itself through its focus on sustainability and circularity, producing high-quality powders while maintaining a low environmental impact. The company also offers localized powder production, allowing customers to recycle waste materials and reduce dependency on external suppliers.
6. What industries does Continuum Powders serve?
Continuum Powders serves various industries, including aerospace, automotive, defense, and medical sectors, which require high-performance, sustainable metal powders for additive manufacturing and other production processes.
7. Can Continuum Powders process custom alloys?
Yes, Continuum Powders accommodates requests for custom powder grades. The company works with clients to develop powders tailored to their specific manufacturing needs, ensuring compatibility with different processes and end-use applications.
8. How does the Greyhound system promote localized production?
The Greyhound system enables companies, cities, or even countries to recycle waste on-site and convert it into usable metal powder. This localized production reduces transportation costs, logistical delays, and dependency on global supply chains, enhancing self-sufficiency.
9. What are the benefits of using Continuum Powders' metal powders?
Continuum Powders' metal powders offer high performance, sustainability, and cost competitiveness. The powders are produced using green energy and recycled materials, ensuring high quality while minimizing environmental impact. Additionally, their localized production system improves supply chain security and reduces risks related to global disruptions.
10. How does Continuum Powders ensure the quality of its metal powders?
Continuum Powders adheres to stringent quality control processes to ensure that its metal powders meet the highest industry standards. The powders are tested for consistency, purity, and performance, and the production process is optimized for repeatability. The company uses advanced atomization techniques and continuously monitors production to guarantee uniform particle size and spherical shape, which are critical for additive manufacturing applications.
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