Additive Manufacturing solutions
Vallourec has selected two technologies to improve the future of the metallic component value chain for the Oil & Gas market: Thermal spray and Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM).
Additive Manufacturing is a process of creating a three-dimensional object by adding material (layers or projections). This technology can build shapes that are not possible with traditional casting, forging or machining methods. These two technologies address different applications and needs: Thermal spray turn standard pipes into more complex pipes with added features; WAAM prints large metallic parts on demand.
On-demand production
Optimized design for large metallic parts
Short lead times
Faster delivery in remote locations
Cloud-based inventory
Digital warehousing
Conversation with Sylvain Guyot, Additive Manufacturing Lead at EDF Hydro
and Samuel Lecerf, Industrial Director Europe/Africa at Vallourec
and Samuel Lecerf, Industrial Director Europe/Africa at Vallourec
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Customer stories
Vallourec has manufactured the first safety-critical sealing ring using Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing for EDF Hydro’s hydroelectric facilities. This component, manufactured in martensitic stainless steel, is 1-meter long in diameter and weighs approximately 100kg.
“Today, we have proved the benefits and the process of this technique and now we would like to scale up production and benefit from this new supply method in our facilities, which will involve thousands of components.”
“Today, we have proved the benefits and the process of this technique and now we would like to scale up production and benefit from this new supply method in our facilities, which will involve thousands of components.”
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