EOS, Victrex to Develop Peek Material for Laser-Sintering
 NOVI,
MI, Feb 18, 2009 - EOS, the world’s foremost manufacturer of laser-sintering
systems, and Victrex, the leading global manufacturer of PEEK polymer, have
cooperated closely to develop a new PEEK material specifically designed for
high-temperature laser-sintering.
This is the first PEEK material that can be sintered and processed on
EOS’ advanced, high-temperature P 800 machine, which was introduced at
EuroMold 2008 last December.
The new material is based on Victrex PEEK high-performance polymer and
will be exclusively marketed by EOS as PEEK HP3. PEEK HP3 is characterized
by an exceptional combination of properties that include fire resistance,
light weight, high tensile strength and biocompatibility.
According to Dr. Hans Langer, EOS founder and CEO: “The development of
this system was a logical step forward into the future because
laser-sintering is ideally suited for premium and complex applications which
are frequently based on high-performance polymers. The EOS PEEK HP3 material
based on VICTREX PEEK polymer has been developed in close cooperation with
Victrex and is exclusively marketed by EOS. This is the first PEEK material
that can be sintered and processed on the high-temperature system P 800. It
will help to constantly further develop this material segment. Consequently,
we look forward to close co-operative relations with the global leading PEEK
manufacturer.”
Laser-sintering quickly produces parts directly from electronic data,
accelerating product development and optimizing production processes. The
technology provides greater freedom of design to engineers, developers and
product designers in all industries. The generative layer build-up process
results in maximum flexibility, creating and producing 3D geometries
efficiently and cost-effectively.
EOS and Victrex plan to conduct joint workshops and informative meetings
to educate users about the broad potential of sintering technology using
PEEK materials.
About EOS
EOS was founded in 1989 and is today the world leading manufacturer of
laser-sintering systems. Laser-sintering is the key technology for
e-Manufacturing, the fast, flexible and cost-effective production of
products, patterns and tools. The technology manufactures parts for every
phase of the product life cycle, directly from electronic data.
Laser-sintering accelerates product development and optimizes production
processes. EOS completed its business year 2007/2008 with revenues of
approximately 70 million Euros, which is an increase of 17 percent compared
to the previous year. The company employs 280 people worldwide, 230 of them
at its headquarters in Krailling near Munich, Germany.
For more information, visit www.eos.info.
About Victrex
Headquartered in the UK, Victrex plc is the leading manufacturer of high
performance materials, including VICTREX PEEK polymer, APTIVTM film and
VICOTE Coatings. These materials are used in a variety of markets and offer
an exceptional combination of properties to help processors and end users
reach new levels of cost savings, quality, and performance.
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