Stress Engineering’s Additive Manufacturing Expertise at API Summit 2024

They are pioneering production parts creation, integrating modern robotics and controls. Their expertise covers the maritime and land sectors and offers services such as technical specifications, validation testing and integration of digital solutions for parts monitoring.

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31 de January de 2024

At the API Summit, we had the pleasure of speaking with Patrick Boster from Stress Engineering Services, shedding light on their innovative strides in additive manufacturing and their comprehensive services.

Pioneering in Additive Manufacturing

Stress Engineering Services, a multifaceted engineering firm, is pioneering in the realm of additive manufacturing, particularly in 3D printing with metallics. Their recent roundtable discussion at the summit focused on leveraging this decades-old technology with modern robotics and controls to create production parts, a crucial development in today’s tight supply chain environment.

Chevron’s Case Study and Industry Impact

A key topic at the roundtable was Chevron’s use of additive manufacturing for rapid replacement parts, highlighting the significant reduction in downtime compared to traditional methods. Stress Engineering’s role in validating these new parts through pressure testing and various inspection methods was crucial in proving the viability of additive manufacturing in practical scenarios.

Role of Stress Engineering in Additive Manufacturing

Stress Engineering’s extensive experience in the offshore and land-based industries positions them uniquely in the additive manufacturing space. They provide vital services including functional specifications, technical specs, validation testing, and even integrating digital solutions like sensors into additively manufactured parts for in-situ monitoring, enhancing the overall reliability and lifespan of these components.

Global Presence and Future Prospects

Operating primarily from Houston, Texas, and Ohio, Stress Engineering Services offers a range of testing capabilities and has cooperative arrangements globally. They are actively involved in transferring their expertise to renewable energy sectors, like offshore wind structures, applying their knowledge in additive manufacturing.