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At Vulcan Additives, our team of experts uses a patented process that allows us to customize individual particles to enhance the properties of materials. Using our specialized coatings, we develop next-generation materials that are compatible with additive manufacturing machines. Our goal is to work with you in creating materials with unique and beneficial properties that will set your products apart from the competition.
ODS Coating Example
In the below images you can observe IN718 particles viewed through the SEM with EDAX capabilities which have been coated with Yttrium Oxide and Hafnium to enhance this material's thermal elasticity property while maintaining the IN718 materials strength properties.
Nanoparticles in ODS IN718
Nanoparticles in ODS IN718 Fabricated by Direct Energy Deposition
RAM Coating Example
Below shows an example of Iron powder coated with different materials. Silicon Carbide (SiC), Silicon Oxide (SiO), and Carbon Nanotube (CNT) were all coated on the surfaces of the iron particles to increase the radar absorption rate of the material. The purpose of this is to suspend this material in a paint or 3D print with it to decrease the radar cross section of the object.
Coating Applications and Research
At Vulcan Additives, we hope to bring these ODS, RAM materials, and many other combinations of materials to market. Our mission is to provide innovative and cutting-edge material solutions that advance industry standards. We will work closely with our customers to customize material solutions that will enhance the performance and durability of their products. Contact us today to learn more about how Vulcan Additives can help you meet your material goals.
Research
ODS Powder Creation
Our ODS Materials are designed to push the boundaries of what is possible in the energy industry. By incorporating our ODS material into turbine engines, we could be able to significantly increase heat resistance while maintaining the strength of conventional materials. Join us on the cutting edge of materials science and start experiencing the benefits of our ODS materials today.
Radar Absorption Technology
Our Radar Absorption Materials are the perfect choice for military applications that require enhanced stealth technology. Our uniform coating methods with superior materials, such as Silicon Carbide, could give our products unparalleled performance and durability.
Metal Matrix Composites
Discover the endless possibilities of Metal Matrix Composites with our state-of-the-art MCB machine. Our advanced technology allows us to create intricate designs that were once thought impossible to manufacture. With uniform coating of phase-enhancing particles, our materials have superior properties such as stiffness, strength, thermal conductivity, thermal expansion, friction, and wear resistance.