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Material Matters
Explore the latest trends, innovations, and insights in metal powder technology and sustainable manufacturing. Material Matters dives into industry-leading topics like advanced manufacturing, circular economic principles, and cutting-edge advancements shaping the future of aerospace, automotive, defense, and more.
How Continuum’s Recycled Nickel Powder Can Dramatically Reduce the GHG Footprint of Additive Manufacturing
Independent LCA data shows Continuum’s recycled nickel powder can cut modeled GHG impact by 58.8%–98.7% versus virgin gas-atomized routes—helping AM manufacturers while strengthening resilient, domestic feedstock strategies.
Size Matters: Choosing the Right PSD for Your Advanced Manufacturing Applications
Learn what particle size distribution means for metal powders in AM Understand measurement methods, narrow vs. broad tradeoffs, and how to choose PSD for LPBF, binder jetting, and DED.
Expanding the Copper-Nickel Toolbox for Harsh-Environment Additive Manufacturing
Continuum supplies certified metal powders for demanding AM and thermal processes, and partners with customers to source, develop, or cut custom alloys and PSDs aligned to their program and price targets.
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Press Spotlight
Explore our press releases for updates on innovative technologies, partnerships, industry achievements, and more as we continue to lead the way in sustainable metal powder solutions.
Independent Oregon State University Life Cycle Assessment Quantifies Carbon Reductions for Recycled Nickel Powder in Additive Manufacturing
LCA finds recycled nickel powder production can cut GWP by 58.8%–98.7% versus virgin-based gas atomization—highlighting measurable emissions reductions for AM supply chains.
Continuum Powders Expands Sales Leadership Team to Support LPBF Contract Manufacturers, Service Bureaus, OEMs, and End Users
Continuum expands North American sales leadership, promoting Joe Curran to VP – North America to support LPBF CMs, service bureaus, OEMs, and end users as demand accelerates.
INDO-MIM Qualifies Continuum Powders’ OptiPowder Ni718 on HP Metal Jet Systems, Enabling U.S. Production Readiness for Critical Components including Suppressors
INDO-MIM qualifies Continuum’s OptiPowder Ni718 on HP Metal Jet AM printers, enabling scalable U.S. binder jet production for critical components, including suppressors.
Technical Resources
See how Continuum is driving efficiency and sustainability in metal powder manufacturing. Explore real-world results, technical insights, and proven solutions.
Nickel Powder, Reimagined: OSU LCA Confirms Up to 98.7% Lower GHG Emissions
Nickel Powder, Reimagined: Oregon State University’s LCA verifies Continuum Powders’ atomization process cuts GHG emissions by up to 98.7%, advancing lower-carbon manufacturing.
Powder Without Limits: How to Work with Continuum Powders
Work with Continuum to source certified, production-ready metal powders. From Greyhound M2P atomization and OptiVantage quality to tolling and global logistics, we deliver performance, consistency, and assurance—end-to-end.
Unlocking M247 for Binder Jet Additive Manufacturing
Download Continuum’s eBook on M247 for binder jet additive manufacturing. Learn how OptiPowder M247—produced via Greyhound M2P using 100% reclaimed feedstock—enables binder-jet qualification, tackles declining casting capacity, and delivers AM-ready powder.
Case Studies
Proven Performance: OptiPowder Ni718 Qualified on Renishaw Metal AM Systems
Discover how Continuum’s OptiPowder Ni718 met Renishaw’s rigorous standards, delivering high strength, consistency, and sustainability for metal AM
Unlock High-Performance Superalloy Binder Jet Printing with Continuum Powders and Desktop Metal
Continuum Powders has achieved a major milestone as the first provider of 100% reclaimed metal powders qualified for use with Desktop Metal’s X25Pro binder jet 3D printer.
Continuum Powders Overview
Continuum Powders has achieved a major milestone as the first provider of 100% reclaimed metal powders qualified for use with Desktop Metal’s X25Pro binder jet 3D printer.