Volkmann’s PowTReX Automated Transfer, Recovery and Extraction System
Rapid + TCT 2022: The Volkmann PowTReX is designed to offer safe metal powder transfer, recovery and extraction systems for additive manufacturing.
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PowTReX metal powder transfer and recovery system with the interior revealed. Photo Credit: Volkmann
Volkmann’s automated PowTReX metal powder transfer and recovery system is designed to automatically transfer metal 3D printing powders from a container or supply hopper to one or more printers then unloads, screens, and returns unused material back into the process for reuse.
The company says the powder transfer system is explosion-proof by design and suitable for hazardous and nonhazardous materials with bulk densities up to 400 lbs/ft3.
Developed to offer a safe, fast, and efficient method of metal powder transfer and recovery, the PowTReX system features the company’s vacuum technology which is said to generate a gentle, reliable conveying action capable of achieving high throughputs to 1,100 lbs/hr. while protecting particle integrity. The fully enclosed system eliminates the potential for powder spillage and contamination and protects workers from exposure to and contact with toxic materials.
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