HP and Hyperion Collaborate to Enhance Tungsten Carbide 3D Printing

Partnership Overview

HP Additive Manufacturing and Hyperion Materials & Technologies have teamed up to enhance the commercialization of tungsten carbide (WC) additive manufacturing. This partnership aims to make production-ready components and rapid prototyping more accessible to industrial customers globally.

New Technology Installation

In October 2026, Hyperion installed an HP Metal Jet S100 printer at their facility in Barcelona. This setup utilizes HP’s binder jet additive manufacturing platform alongside Hyperion’s expertise in WC manufacturing, sintering, and finishing. Their collaboration establishes a streamlined approach from application development to serial production.

Innovative Materials

The partnership features Hyperion's new CarbiForm™ line of tungsten carbide powders, designed for use with the binder jet printing process. These powders have been tested for compatibility with HP’s Metal Jet printer and Hyperion’s sintering operations, offering manufacturers a new avenue for creating complex, high-performance components.

Benefits for Manufacturers

This collaboration opens doors for manufacturers to explore intricate designs that traditional production methods may not accommodate economically. Benefits include:

• Shortened development cycles
• Improved material utilization
• Maintenance of tungsten carbide's essential performance characteristics in demanding environments

Upcoming Showcase

HP plans to showcase this innovative technology at the Formnext event, taking place from November 17-20 in Frankfurt, Germany, at Hall 12.1, Booth D41. This will be an opportunity for potential customers to learn more about the advantages of tungsten carbide additive manufacturing.