CNPC POWDER Announces Deepened Collaboration with Apworks at Formnext 2024 to Advance Scalmalloy® Material Innovations

Panda3dp.com guide:During the ongoing Formnext 2024 exhibition in Frankfurt, Germany, Anhui CNPC POWDER Technology Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as “CNPC POWDER”)(中体新材） and the renowned German materials company APworks, a subsidiary of Airbus, announced plans to further strengthen their partnership.  

The collaboration will focus on jointly devising marketing strategies, enhancing brand promotion, and boosting the global competitiveness of Scalmalloy® materials. As a world-leading supplier of advanced materials, CNPC POWDER has established subsidiaries in Vancouver, Los Angeles, and Hamburg, creating a robust global network. Leveraging this extensive international presence, CNPC POWDER aims to promote and expand Scalmalloy® materials worldwide, accelerating market penetration and commercialization. The company will also establish a comprehensive global supply chain system, optimizing production processes and reinforcing localized inventory management to ensure the timely, stable, and efficient supply of Scalmalloy® to customers around the globe.  

△ Second from the left: APworks CEO Jonathan Meyer; third from the left: CNPC POWDER General Manager Liu Ying

Furthermore, CNPC POWDER will play an active role in the development and validation of the next generation of Scalmalloy® high-strength aluminum materials led by APworks. Through improvements in material composition, manufacturing techniques, and enhancements in mechanical properties and corrosion resistance, the partnership will develop tailored solutions to meet the specific demands of various industries. These efforts will address the growing need for high-performance, lightweight materials across diverse sectors.  

Aerospace Sector:  

Scalmalloy® is utilized in the production of aircraft components, such as hydraulic valves and brackets, significantly enhancing aircraft performance and reliability.  

Automotive Manufacturing Sector:  

Scalmalloy® is employed to produce lightweight components like engine mounts and chassis parts, contributing to reduced vehicle weight and improved fuel efficiency.  

Sports Equipment Sector:  

Scalmalloy® is incorporated into high-performance sports gear, including bicycle frames and skis, elevating athletic performance.  

By combining their technical expertise and resources, the two companies aim to deepen technological exchange and research and development efforts, explore new application domains, and strengthen market promotion and supply chain systems. The partnership will capitalize on APworks’ leading position in materials innovation and CNPC POWDER’s advanced manufacturing technologies and international reach to unlock the full potential of Scalmalloy® in complex structural component manufacturing, lightweight design, and customized production. This collaboration is expected to drive further applications in aerospace, automotive manufacturing, and sports equipment industries.