CSIR delivers locally produced powder for additive manufacturing industry
The ultrasonic atomiser machine is designed to make various metal powders from both reactive and nonreactive materials. Utilising this capability, the CSIR is positioned to provide, at a pilot scale, 316L stainless-steel powder to the South African market. The powder production process involves meticulous characterisation using advanced analytical methods to ensure consistency in particle size distribution, flowability and packing density. These attributes are crucial for achieving the quality of the final 3D printed products.
CSIR hosts biennial science and innovation conference in partnership with G-STIC
The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is celebrating 80 years of touching lives through innovation. As part of celebrating this milestone, the organisation will host its ninth Biennial Conference from 08 to 10 October 2025, in collaboration with the Global Sustainable Technology & Innovation Community (G-STIC), an initiative led by the Belgian Research and Technology Organisation (VITO). The conference will be held in conjunction with the 8th G-STIC Conference, marking G-STIC’s inaugural conference on the African continent.