By combining the advantages of additive manufacturing processes with the unique material properties of molybdenum, tungsten, and cemented carbide, CERATIZIT and PLANSEE can provide their customers with unparalleled benefits. As the world market leader in molybdenum and tungsten products, PLANSEE is the only company capable of producing additively manufactured components from molybdenum, which exhibit similar properties to conventionally manufactured TZM (Titanium-Zirconium-Molybdenum). Additionally, the company produces components made from tungsten and tungsten heavy alloy.

CERATIZIT, on the other hand, is now able to 3D print all conventional cemented carbide grades from its extensive portfolio, eliminating the need for separate powder development. This includes the more sustainable cemented carbide grades from the upGRADE range, which consist of 50-99% reclaimed carbide powder. These grades not only offer superior performance through the latest metallurgical processes but also significantly reduce environmental impact.

Focus on sustainability

Together, CERATIZIT and PLANSEE cover the entire process chain within their companies, from raw material extraction to the finished product. Through the use of renewable energy, continuous process optimization, and the recycling of tungsten and molybdenum, both companies have been able to consistently reduce the product carbon footprint in recent years.

The Plansee Group has achieved an impressive recycling rate of 90% for tungsten in 2023, significantly reducing the reliance on primary raw materials. Furthermore, both companies ensure that any remaining primary raw materials are sourced from socially, ethically, and environmentally responsible origins. In line with their commitment to sustainability, all metallic residues and waste generated from 3D printing are 100% recycled back into the production cycle.

"We are thrilled to showcase our joint capabilities at Formnext," said Dr Bernhard Mayr-Schmölzer, Head of Additive and Joining Technologies, Corporate Research & Development at PLANSEE. "By combining our expertise in additive manufacturing and our extensive range of materials, we can offer our customers innovative solutions that are both environmentally friendly and high-performing."

Visit CERATIZIT and PLANSEE at the Formnext exhibition in Frankfurt from November 22nd to 26th at Hall 11.1, Stand F19.

About PLANSEE

PLANSEE is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of molybdenum and tungsten components. Whether in electronics, coating technology or high-temperature furnaces: wherever traditional metals are stretched beyond their limits, PLANSEE’s refractory metals, alloys and composite materials come into play. As an innovation partner, PLANSEE works with its customers to develop sustainable solutions for the high-tech world, constantly pushing the boundaries of what is technically feasible.

Founded in 1921 in Reutte, Austria, PLANSEE is now an international company with 12 production sites in the USA, Europe and Asia. In order to remain the preferred partner in the field of refractory metals in the future, PLANSEE continuously invests in the training and further education of its more than 3,000 employees as well as in production capacities and state-of-the-art technology: from powder manufacturing and powder metallurgy processes right up to custom machining and the recycling of raw materials.