Nippon Gases on Developing Gases for the Additive Manufacturing Sector

In additive manufacturing processes, many different systems coexist to ensure that the machines run smoothly to produce quality parts. One of them is the supply of gases for processes where stable temperatures are required – this is the case with metal technologies. One of the companies offering such solutions, not only for the 3D printing industry but also for many other sectors, is Nippon Gases. To understand how gases are used to maintain an optimal environment in additive manufacturing, we met with one of their team members.

3DN: Could you introduce yourself?

Pablo Acha

My name is Pablo Acha and I am part of the team specializing in metal fabrication processes at Nippon Gases. Our main areas of activity are welding, cutting (oxyfuel, plasma and laser) and additive manufacturing. Our experience allows us to assist our customers in all stages of the various additive manufacturing processes: making the filler material, storing the filler material, inertization of the working atmosphere, protection of the manufacturing process and post-processing of the manufactured part.

3DN: What is Nippon Gases’ mission?

Nippon Gases’ core business is the manufacture and supply of industrial, food and medical gases, as well as installations for the consumption of these gases. On the other hand, in the Iberian Peninsula, we have a Cutting&Welding division that supplies welding and cutting equipment and all kinds of consumables. This product portfolio includes different metal materials in wire coils that are used in different metal 3D printing processes. Our core mission is to create social value through innovative gas solutions, thereby increasing industrial productivity and helping to shape a safe and sustainable future.