Research institutions and universities play a fundamental role in shaping the future of manufacturing. They explore new materials, create new process models, validate emerging technologies, and train the next generation of engineers. To support this mission, researchers need systems that are flexible, open, and capable of being adapted to new scientific questions.
AltForm collaborates with universities and research centers across Europe and worldwide. Our systems are used in national and international research programs focused on photonics, material qualification, process simulation, topology optimization, automation, and laser-based production technologies. These collaborations reflect our long-term commitment to advancing metal additive manufacturing through an open and cooperative approach.
Full control through open parameters
AltForm’s systems are designed to give researchers complete freedom. Every process parameter can be accessed, modified, and optimized, allowing full experimentation on:
- new metal powders
- multi-parameter optimization
- scanning strategies
- thermal behavior
- microstructural tuning
This openness is essential for academic work, where standard industrial configurations are often too restrictive. Researchers can adapt the machine to their hypothesis rather than adapting their hypothesis to the machine.
Advanced photonics with the Blue Laser platform
The Print Blue 100 platform, equipped with a blue laser, enables work on highly reflective materials such as copper, silver, and gold. This capability opens new research directions in:
- electrical conductivity and thermal management
- photonics and microelectronics
- experimental alloy development
- functional devices for sensors and power electronics
By combining high absorption at shorter wavelengths with parameter openness, the Print Blue platform becomes a flexible tool for scientific exploration.
System customization for scientific needs
Universities and research centers often work on unique workflows that do not align with standard industrial machine configurations. AltForm supports this by offering customized solutions, including:
- modified hardware layouts
- experimental optical setups
- non-standard powder handling configurations
- custom software integrations
- dedicated research interfaces
Our engineering teams work alongside researchers to implement configurations tailored to their scientific objectives. This adaptability allows laboratories to use our platforms as true research instruments.
A partner in national and international research programs
AltForm plays an active role in European and international research programs, collaborating with leading universities and competence centers to advance the state of the art in additive and laser-based manufacturing.
Our work spans high-power laser processes, AI-driven manufacturing control, hybrid and multi-material additive workflows, sustainability and circular production, lattice and lightweight structures, and advanced material development.
These collaborations ensure that research progresses beyond theoretical results and becomes a real industrial capability. By working closely with academic partners, we help transform scientific insights into practical technologies that can be validated, scaled, and adopted by industry.
Enabling scientific progress through open and adaptable technology
Academic and research environments thrive when technologies are flexible and open to exploration.
AltForm’s approach is built on collaboration, transparency, and the ability to adapt our systems to each research scenario.
We help universities and laboratories move from conceptual ideas to validated processes, supporting material research, advanced design studies, and the development of next-generation manufacturing methods.
Our solutions for universities and research institutions
Print 100 Series
Print 200 Series
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