Technological Solutions

Hybrid Multimaterial Additive Manufacturing DED-LB

Hybrid multimaterial additive manufacturing represents an evolution in advanced manufacturing processes, integrating different technologies to produce optimized industrial components.

Optimisation algorithms to calibrate, reduce weight and maximise stiffness

Algorithms to optimise complex problems, adjusting parameters such as geometry, material properties or loading conditions, with the aim of minimising or maximising target functions, such as cost, weight, performance or relevant metrics of the system to be studied.

Ad-hoc inductors for defect detection in any orientation by induction thermography

LORTEK has extensive experience developing inductive thermography inspection systems, especially in the design of specific inductors to detect cracks and defects in any direction. These advanced inducers reduce the number of captures and overall inspection time.

Library of application parameters

LORTEK's extensive experience in additive technology metal processing methods with aluminium alloys, titanium, nickel, steels (stainless, tool steels) and difficult to process alloys, has facilitated the development of material-specific parameter windows, guaranteeing minimum defects (<0.1%). Specific strategies for massive parts, thin-walled or Triple Periodic Minimal Surface (TPMS) lattice structures have been developed, forming a library of parameters for various applications.

Advanced rotary friction controller

The advanced rotary friction controller is an innovative technological solution that LORTEK has developed in collaboration with BERKOA, a company specialising in friction welding solutions. This controller enables high quality, high strength joints between similar and dissimilar metallic materials using a controlled application of rotary motion and axial pressure.

Trailing to protect concrete materials against oxidation

Tool designed to protect reactive materials at high temperatures in DED additive technologies. Attached to the welding torch, it isolates the hot area from air, preventing oxidation. It includes a micropyrometer for temperature measurement and protection adjustment. Unlike closed chambers, it adapts to parts of any geometry and size.

Laser welding cell for large parts with seal tracking for high accuracy

Laser cell consisting of a Kuka Reis Gantry system with a 7 m long by 4 m wide path; SCANSONIC RLW-A scanning head with joint tracking and the possibility of using two types of lasers: TRUMPF 5 kW disc laser and COHERENT fibre laser with 6 kW ARM technology.

Methodology for definition of parameters for new materials

At LORTEK, we are actively dedicated to reducing consumption of resources, both time and materials. New materials pose challenges in our additive technologies due to parameter customisation. Our methodology is based on the group's expertise and high impact studies, identifying key parameters to optimise processes and achieve manufacturing efficiency.

System for capturing, recording and displaying welding and inspection parameters in real time // Welding control platform

This system integrates several independent and interconnected modules to provide a robust solution for capturing, recording and viewing data related to the welding process:

Data capturing
Data recording
Data viewing

AI application

Software suite for implementing Industrial Cyber-Physical System

Cyber-physical systems (CPS) are networks of interconnected nodes, virtual programmes with specific functions, such as data capture, analysis in AI models or custom code, that can run on any device. They offer flexibility and adaptability to a variety of tasks, through an interface that facilitates quick switching without altering the underlying programming.