Inert Gas Systems for Welding and Additive Manufacturing
The processing of highly alloyed and reactive materials such as titanium places the highest demands on process conditions and atmosphere. In welding and additive manufacturing, the quality of the surrounding environment has a decisive impact on component quality, mechanical properties, and process reproducibility.
Your Benefits at a Glance
With MBRAUN glovebox systems, you create precisely controlled conditions for demanding processes, from research to industrial applications.
Processes & Technologies
Our systems enable the safe integration and execution of a wide range of manufacturing processes under a controlled atmosphere:
- GTAW / TIG welding – manual or automated
- Laser welding for precise joints and hermetic sealing
- Laser Metal Deposition (LMD) for additive repair and coating processes
- Powder Bed Fusion (SLM) for complex component geometries
A controlled atmosphere is essential for the quality and reliability of welding and additive manufacturing processes. An oxygen-free environment prevents oxidation at high temperatures and ensures clean, homogeneous weld seams as well as stable additive manufacturing processes, preserving strength, ductility, and surface quality. At the same time, a nitrogen-free atmosphere prevents unwanted nitrogen absorption and embrittlement, ensuring that the material structure—especially for titanium—remains unchanged. A moisture-free environment also protects against hydrogen absorption, reduces the risk of microcracks, and ensures stable and reproducible results.
Typical Applications:
- General welding processes
- Aerospace components
- Medical technology
- Sensors and electronics
- Hermetic sealing of high-voltage components
- High-performance motorsport components
- Research & development of new materials and alloys
MBRAUN Expertise
With 50 years of international experience, we provide customized solutions for demanding manufacturing processes:
- Laser safety through integrated Class 1 enclosures
- High-purity process environment and safe fume extraction
- Low gas consumption through closed-loop gas recirculation
- Safe handling of reactive and hazardous powders
- Complete turnkey solutions from a single source
The Right Solution for Your Application
Together, we will develop a solution tailored to your processes—for maximum process stability, the highest component quality, and safe, efficient manufacturing.