Powder Production

Learn how metal powder is produced, how production impacts powder behavior, how to characterize powder, and how to write a successful specification.

Upon course completion, learners will:

• Classify major metal powder manufacturing methods

• Describe industrial applications and key requirements for powder production

• Identify common issues related to powder usage (e.g., spreadability)

• Discuss safe storage and handling practices

• Identify “red flag” issues.

• Explain which powders are best for each type of AM machine

• Understand major metal powder manufacturing processes, including key considerations, advantages and disadvantages (optional)

• Write powder specifications and measure sample, size, and blend (optional)