Whether you're transitioning from traditional manufacturing or optimizing an existing AM process, Prima Additive is your trusted partner, providing guidance at every step to help you maximize efficiency, reduce costs, and achieve superior component performance.
With over 45 years of experience in laser-based material processing and a dedicated team of application engineers, we assist companies in assessing the feasibility of additive manufacturing, selecting optimal process parameters, and accelerating the journey from prototype to full-scale production.
Our application support services
- Process parameter development and prototyping – We define the best parameters for mechanical performance, surface finish, and material efficiency.
- Prototype management – We print, evaluate, and optimize your prototype to ensure it meets your requirements.
- Business case development – We help quantify the return on investment (ROI) and translate prototypes into scalable production solutions.
- Post-processing and quality control – We guide you through heat treatments, surface finishing, and compliance testing to ensure final product excellence.
- Training and knowledge transfer – We equip your team with the expertise needed to operate and optimize AM systems efficiently.
From design validation to full-scale production, our mission is to help you harness AM technology for sustainable, high-performance manufacturing.
Our approach: step-by-step process development
Every AM project is unique. That’s why we follow a structured, data-driven approach to tailor our support to your specific production needs.
STEP 1: CASE ANALYSIS
✔️ Initial feasibility assessment
✔️ Simulation of printing strategy
✔️ Cost-benefit and sustainability evaluation
STEP 2: PROCESS & MATERIAL SELECTION
✔️ Process parameter optimization
✔️ Sample production using the required material
✔️ Testing for mechanical and thermal performance
STEP 3: PROTOTYPE DEVELOPMENT
✔️ Printing with Prima Additive machines
✔️ Validation of process consistency and repeatability
✔️ Optimization for mass production
STEP 4: QUALITY CONTROL & CERTIFICATION
✔️ Verification of industry standards and compliance
✔️ Post-processing guidance for surface treatments and durability
✔️ Mechanical and metallurgical characterization
STEP 5: KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER & SCALABILITY
✔️ Detailed process documentation and customer manual
✔️ Process optimization for long-term efficiency
✔️ Advanced training for in-house AM adoption
Our structured methodology ensures a seamless transition from concept to production, reducing risks and accelerating time-to-market.
The Prima Additive application and innovation center
Located in Turin, Italy, our state-of-the-art Application & Innovation Center is a dedicated space where companies can explore, test, and validate metal additive manufacturing technologies.
Why visit our Application Center?
✔️ Hands-on access to Prima Additive AM systems
✔️ Personalized application development & consulting
✔️ Feasibility studies and cost-benefit analysis
✔️ Training programs for data preparation and system operation
✔️ Safety workshops for handling powders and AM processes
✔️ Material selection guidance for optimal performance
✔️ Prototype printing & design for AM consultation
✔️ Process certification and regulatory support
✔️ Assistance in business case development
With the right expertise and resources, you can accelerate your AM adoption and achieve greater innovation, efficiency, and profitability.
