Rosatom Proposes Creating 3D Printing Center in Uzbekistan
Russian state corporation Rosatom has proposed establishing an Additive Technologies Center in Uzbekistan to advance 3D printing in local industries.
Rosatom, the Russian state atomic energy corporation, has put forward a proposal to establish a 3D printing center in Uzbekistan.
During a specialized seminar in Uzbekistan, experts from Rosatom discussed the integration of additive technologies within industrial sectors, with a particular emphasis on the potential creation of a dedicated Additive Technologies Center in the nation.
The Additive Technologies Business Unit, part of Rosatom's Fuel Division, organized the seminar.
Representatives from the Uzatom Agency and Rosatom International Network's Uzbek office were present at the event.
Approximately 30 delegates from various industries, including automotive, chemical, and mining, attended the seminar. Among the participating companies were Navoi Mining and Metallurgical Combinat, Navoiyazot, and UzAuto Motors.
Russian experts at the seminar showcased additive manufacturing solutions designed to improve production efficiency and broaden the scope for creating intricate components. Attendees also explored methods such as wire arc additive manufacturing, direct laser deposition, and reverse engineering.
The proposed Additive Technologies Center project entails several steps: forming working groups, assessing the production capabilities of local enterprises, identifying a promising array of products and services, and formulating government support measures for the center's growth.
Ilya Kavelashvili, Director of the Additive Technologies Business Unit within Rosatom's Fuel Division, stated that advancing additive manufacturing in Uzbekistan would expedite the repair and modernization of industrial equipment, decrease dependence on imports, and enhance the technological capacities of local businesses.
Rosatom indicates that global trends show additive technologies are moving beyond prototyping into large-scale production.
The company is of the view that adopting 3D printing will allow Uzbek enterprises to cut production expenses, replace some imported goods, and elevate industrial competitiveness.
A video featuring an interview with Ilya Kavelashvili provides an overview of Rosatom's industrial 3D printing capabilities and its international technology initiatives.