End-to-End Ceramic Additive Manufacturing Expertise
We manufacture high-performance ceramic components based on your CAD data using a robust, scalable, and industrial-grade additive manufacturing process.
Since 2018, we have been producing technical ceramics in series and have built extensive experience across the entire process chain, from digital component design through manufacturing to sintering and quality assurance. With our roots in the Bosch Group, we draw on more than 100 years of expertise in ceramic manufacturing and sintering, which we have transferred into our production environment at Sinto Advanced Ceramics.
Our proprietary automated workflows ensure high process stability, repeatability, and reliable throughput in series production. In parallel, we continuously develop our technologies and material systems to expand the range of applications and further advance our manufacturing capabilities.
As experts for experts, we work closely with you to help you fully leverage the potential of ceramic additive manufacturing for your application. Explore our process chain and material portfolio.
The Process Chain:
From Concept to Ceramic Component
At Sinto Advanced Ceramics, we guide you through every phase of the additive manufacturing of technical ceramics. As your contract manufacturer, we ensure the reliable realization of your components and provide engineering support and quality management throughout the entire process.
1
3D-Data
Every project starts with the analysis of your 3D CAD data and the specific requirements of the component.
2
Engineering
Our engineers support the optimization of your component geometry and adapt the design for additive manufacturing to ensure all functional and geometric requirements are met.
3
3D-Printing
The component is built layer by layer based on your 3D data. We apply proprietary pre-processing and post-processing workflows and use established ceramic 3D printing technologies such as stereolithography (SLA), Low Force Display (LFD) and lithography-based ceramic manufacturing (LCM) to achieve high precision and defined material properties.
4
Thermal Processing
To achieve final density and material properties, printed parts undergo controlled thermal processing, including debinding and sintering. This step is critical and benefits directly from our extensive ceramic expertise.
5
Quality Assurance
Comprehensive quality assurance ensures that all components meet defined specifications. This includes dimensional inspection and density control, as well as optional procedures such as CT analysis, mechanical testing, and functional validation.
6
Post-Processing and Added ValueAdded Value
Depending on application requirements, we offer additional processing steps such as machining, laser processing, specialized cleaning, and functional coatings to further optimize the final component.
Material Portfolio:
Oxide Ceramics for Advanced Applications
The selection of the appropriate material is essential to match component performance with environmental conditions and application requirements. Our current portfolio includes four oxide ceramics based on high-purity powders and tailored binder systems, which are processed into dense components through controlled sintering.
Alumina (Al₂O₃)
Alumina is a versatile oxide ceramic available in purity levels from 99.7% to 99.9%. Depending on the purity grade, its properties can be adjusted to suit a wide range of applications in demanding environments.
Zirconia (ZrO₂)
Zirconia is a high-strength oxide ceramic characterized by transformation toughening. This mechanism inhibits crack propagation and results in high fracture toughness combined with high strength.
Alumina Toughened Zirconia (ATZ)
ATZ is a composite ceramic in which alumina is added to zirconia. This improves wear resistance, hardness, and hydrothermal stability compared to pure zirconia.
Zirconia Toughened Alumina (ZTA)
ZTA is a composite ceramic in which zirconia is added to alumina. This significantly increases strength and fracture toughness.