Alpha Powders and Fishy Filaments collaboration, fishy nets in the background, FF
Our partnership with Fishy Filaments has enabled us to transform discarded fishing nets and waste carbon fibers into high-quality polymer powder suitable for SLS 3D printing. Fishy Filaments supplied the recycled granulate, which we processed to achieve the desired powder characteristics.
Transforming discarded fishing nets and waste carbon fibers into high-quality polymer powder suitable for SLS 3D printing, AP
The recycled PA6 CF powder underwent testing on the Sinterit Lisa X printer using open software. The results demonstrated promising performance, indicating that the material meets the necessary standards for SLS applications.
Advancing Sustainable 3D Printing This development represents a significant step toward sustainable additive manufacturing by:
Repurposing ocean waste into valuable printing materials.
Reducing reliance on virgin resources.
Promoting a circular economy within the 3D printing industry.
Printouts made from recycled fishing nets, AP
We are committed to further refining this material and anticipate completing our development efforts by the end of this year. Our goal is to establish a closed-loop 3D production system that continually utilizes recycled materials.
Our collaboration with Fishy Filaments has led to the creation of a fully sustainable PA6 CF powder for SLS technology, marking a significant advancement in eco-friendly 3D printing materials. We invite you to follow our ongoing developments as we work toward a more sustainable future in additive manufacturing.