Spherical gold metal powder production with ATO Induction Melting System
This video demonstrates the efficient production of high-purity gold metal powder using ATO Technology with the Induction Melting System (IMS). Through ultrasonic metal atomization, gold is processed in a sealed, inert environment to achieve excellent sphericity, minimal contamination, and consistent particle size distribution.
Engineered for low-melting-point metals, this method ensures high material recovery and superior powder quality, ideal for applications in Additive Manufacturing, electronics, and materials research. The ATO IMS system enables precise, repeatable, and scalable production of spherical metal powder with industry-leading purity and performance.
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Induction Melting System (IMS) is an optional and easy-to-swap module designed to increase the capabilities of the ATO ultrasonic metal atomizers.
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The ATO Lab Plus is a state-of-the-art ultrasonic metal powder atomizer, perfect for producing high-quality spherical powders for Additive Manufacturing and powder metallurgy. Its compact design, innovative technology, and customizable modules ensure efficient and cost-effective powder production.
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Superior quality gold spherical metal powder production with Ultrasonic Metal Atomization
Learn about process of manufacturing premium gold powder through ultrasonic atomization, a cutting-edge technique that transforms molten gold into fine, spherical particles with high purity and consistent size distribution. This method is optimized for applications in high-performance industries, including electronics, jewelry, and Additive Manufacturing, ensuring the production of top-quality gold powder with unparalleled material properties and efficiency.
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Gold (Au) ultrasonic atomized metal powder analysis
This material report is prepared to share with you ATO Technology powders quality and provide detailed analysis of Gold metal powder atomized with our ATO Lab Plus ultrasonic metal atomizer on Induction Melting System module.Access the Au Material Analysis to comprehend why powders manufactured with ATO Technology represent the forefront of materials for Additive Manufacturing. Advance your manufacturing capabilities by utilizing materials that redefine industry benchmarks for quality and performance.
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ATO Induction Melting System ultrasonic metal atomizer
A versatile ultrasonic metal atomization module enabling the induction melting of reactive and non-reactive metals, supporting sustainable metal powder recovery from 3D printing scraps. Compatible with various feedstocks for unparalleled flexibility.
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Materials Additive ManufacturingClassification of metal atomization methods for powder manufacturing With the rapid advancement of Additive Manufacturing (AM), the demand for high-quality metal powders has developed in parallel. The necessity for producing superior 3D printed components drives the need for feedstock with optimal technological parameters, specifically high sphericity, uniform particle size distribution, and chemical homogeneity. -
Case study Additive ManufacturingIn-House Medical-Grade Titanium Production and Customized Implant Manufacturing at ESI The Erich Schmid Institute of Materials Science (ESI) enables in-house production of medical-grade titanium and customized implant manufacturing using ATO technology - an ultrasonic atomizer. This approach ensures precise particle size control, high powder quality, and reduced contamination risks. It supports additive manufacturing processes, accelerates alloy development, and enhances flexibility in advanced materials research while minimizing reliance on external suppliers. -
Case study Additive ManufacturingControlled Powder Production for Advanced Research Applications - INFN INFN Gran Sasso National Laboratory (LNGS) integrated the ATO Lab ultrasonic metal atomizer into its HAMMER Hub to enable controlled, in-house metal powder production for advanced research applications. By atomizing radiopure batches and tuning particle size distribution (PSD) for PBF-LB metal Additive Manufacturing, INFN improves powder control and repeatability - measuring better powder sphericity versus commercial powders and accelerates iterative alloy development. The setup also supports INFN’s expanding materials workflow, including a new ATEX laboratory area and the IMS induction melting module for broader material routes. -
Case study Additive ManufacturingREMET - Material independence in the era of Additive Manufacturing REMET has integrated an ATO Lab ultrasonic metal atomizer to strengthen its Additive Manufacturing Metal Lab and accelerate material independence for metal 3D printing. By producing and optimizing in-house metal powders (including custom compositions and recycled feedstock), REMET improves powder quality and repeatability for demanding SLM/DMP applications. This integration expands REMET’s prototyping and validation capabilities, enabling faster iteration on advanced alloys and supporting innovative projects for aerospace, automotive, and energy industry customers. -
Materials Additive ManufacturingUltra-fine Titanium metal powder produced with new ULTRA FREQUENCY SYSTEM for Additive Manufacturing The race for innovation in Additive Manufacturing has a new front-runner: the ULTRA FREQUENCY SYSTEM —an advanced module for the ATO ultrasonic atomization platform, designed to meet the growing demand for ultra-fine metal powders.Traditionally, metal powders in the 20–120 µm range served most AM needs. However, as new applications in microfabrication, biomedical implants, and aerospace call for even finer resolutions, the ATO Lab Plus ecosystem has evolved. With the release of the ULTRA FREQUENCY SYSTEM, it’s now possible to consistently produce metal powders with a targeted particle size of approximately 25 μm—unlocking possibilities that were previously out of reach. -
Materials Additive ManufacturingProducing spherical Niobium metal powder and High-Entropy Alloys with Ultrasonic Atomization Niobium metal powders are gaining momentum in advanced manufacturing, particularly in Additive Manufacturing (AM), due to their exceptional thermal stability, corrosion resistance, and superconducting properties. These attributes make niobium an excellent choice for high-performance components in aerospace, energy, medical, and electronics industries.Furthermore, niobium is increasingly used in high-entropy alloys (HEAs) — complex material systems designed for structural integrity under extreme conditions. For researchers and developers working on HEAs or reactive alloy systems, the ability to produce high-purity niobium powder in-house is a game-changer.To showcase this capability, we have produced high-quality niobium metal powder using the ATO Lab Plus ultrasonic atomizer equipped with the Single Rod Feeding System (SRFS). This demonstration highlights the precision, consistency, and material flexibility of ATO ultrasonic metal atomization technology.
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