GE Additive presents the first BETA machine built as part of its ATLAS program in collaboration with Concept Laser. The meter-class, laser powder-bed fusion machine is developed to enable manufacturers of large parts and components with a scalable solution to configure and customize their own specific industry applications.
The A.T.L.A.S project aims to develop a range of large additive machines. Manufactured in 9 months, the BETA machine is currently being evaluated by a small group of customers.
"Irrespective of industry, every customer has its own specific needs and its own unique levels of complexity. We regularly hear that next-generation machines need to be customizable and configurable. The new meter-class machine we're debuting at formnext is our response to that feedback – a solution that is scalable and customizable and meets the needs of our industry, as it matures," said Mohammad Ehteshami Vice President and General Manager of GE Additive.
BETA comprises a build volume of 1.1 x 1.1 x 0.3M (x,y,z) a gantry-based architecture, and a 3D scanner with laser integrated. With a discrete dosing, the machine allows an optimal air flow over the print area. In addition to its premium feature resolution, it is easy to control the process and machine health.