End‑to‑End Ceramic AM Expertise for Your Applications
We turn your CAD data into high-performance ceramic components through a robust, scalable, and fully controlled additive manufacturing process. Since 2018, we have produced technical ceramics in series and mastered every step of the ceramic AM process chain, from digital design to sintering and qualification. Coming from the Bosch Group, we draw on more than 100 years of ceramic-manufacturing and sintering expertise, which we have integrated into our modern processes at Sinto Advanced Ceramics.
We have developed our own exclusive automation workflows that significantly increase process stability, repeatability, and throughput. This is know-how that is unique to our production environment. At the same time, we continuously evaluate new manufacturing technologies and material systems to expand our portfolio and maintain state-of-the-art capabilities for our customers.
As experts for experts, we support you in optimizing your component design to fully leverage the advantages of ceramic additive manufacturing. Explore our ceramic AM workflow and evolving material portfolio.
The Process Chain:
From Concept to Ceramic Component
At Sinto Advanced Ceramics, we guide you through every phase of additive manufacturing of technical ceramics. As your contract manufacturer, we not only ensure the precise realization of your components but also offer expert consultation and comprehensive quality management throughout the entire process.
3D-Data
Every project begins with an analysis of your 3D CAD data and the specific requirements for the ceramic component.
Thermal Process
To achieve maximum density and final material properties, printed components undergo precisely controlled thermal processes. This includes binder removal and the sintering of ceramics, a critical step where our extensive experience is applied.
Engineering
Our engineers provide consultation on optimizing your component geometry and scale it for additive manufacturing, ensuring that all functional and geometric specifications are met.
Quality Assurance
Comprehensive quality assurance ensures component conformity with your specifications. This includes density and dimensional controls, as well as optional procedures like CT scans, functional tests, and mechanical testing for complete component qualification.
3D-Printing
The additive manufacturing process is performed layer by layer based on the 3D data. We utilize proprietary pre- and post-processing techniques and deploy specific ceramic 3D printing technologies such as Stereolithography (SLA) and Lithography-based Ceramic Manufacturing (LCM) to achieve the highest precision and optimal material properties.
Added Value
For specific requirements, we offer extensive post-processing options. These include hard machining, laser processing, specialized cleaning procedures, and functional coatings for final component optimization.
Material Portfolio:
Oxide Ceramics for Your Application
The selection of the suitable material is crucial to precisely align the performance of your ceramic components with environmental conditions and application requirements. Our material offering currently comprises four oxide ceramics, which are based on high-purity powders and binder systems that are sintered into dense components in a high-temperature furnace.
Alumina (Al₂O₃)
Alumina is a versatile oxide ceramic, available in purities ranging from 99.7%to 99.9%. Its properties, which vary depending on the purity grade, enable awide range of applications in demanding environments.
Zirconia (ZrO₂)
Zirconia, a high-strength oxide ceramic, is characterized by its transformationtoughening. This property enables it to inhibit crack propagation, resulting inhigh fracture toughness combined with high strength.
Alumina Toughened Zirconia (ATZ)
ATZ is a mixed ceramic where an amount of alumina is blended with zirconia.This leads to improved wear resistance, hardness, and hydrothermal stabilitycompared to pure zirconia.
Zirconia Toughened Alumina (ZTA)
ZTA is a mixed ceramic where an amount of zirconia is added to alumina. Thisresults in a significant increase in strength and toughness.