Swiss Steel Group and its French subsidiary Ugitech have launched UGIWAM wire, a new product designed for wire arc additive manufacturing (WAAM). The company emphasizes custom chemical compositions and control over raw material sourcing as key features of the product. Ugitech operates as the only European producer of filler metal with its own steel mill, allowing direct control over wire composition.
The wire targets multiple industries including aerospace, defense, oil and gas, nuclear, and maritime sectors. Ugitech brings 35 years of experience in welding filler metal production and 117 years in stainless steel manufacturing to the product development. The company’s research and development center focuses on optimizing wire composition for additive manufacturing applications.
“The ability to adjust the composition of our products provides a major competitive advantage. We don’t just define the product; we also define it for each project by taking into account the specific characteristics of the part being produced, the customer’s manufacturing processes, and the project’s carbon footprint goals,” explains Marc Marticou, Director of Strategic Marketing for the Stainless Steel Division of Swiss Steel Group.
The company has received support from France’s “France Relance” program for adapting production equipment to additive manufacturing requirements. Ugitech provides carbon footprint data for each UGIWAM product to help customers meet environmental objectives. The WAAM process is positioned as supporting CO2 emission reduction in manufacturing industries.
“Additive manufacturing has established itself as a revolutionary approach in many sectors. By providing custom materials and thoughtful process optimization, we offer our customers technology that not only increases efficiency but also reduces production costs,” added Marc Marticou. The company continues investing in research, development, and partnerships to advance its additive manufacturing capabilities.
Source: automation.com