ADVANCED MATERIALS & PROCESSES | MARCH 2026 1 7 control is particularly important in electronics manufacturing, as it ensures a precise connection and prevents short circuits. The process allows the filler to be applied only where necessary, optimizing the quality of the solder joint. This method is highly flexible and can be adapted to a wide range of materials and applications. It is particularly advantageous in fields such as electronics, the automotive industry, and aerospace, where specific requirements for materials and processing are critical. Brazing allows the processing of materials with high carbide content, up to 90% by weight. This is particularly useful for applications requiring high hardness and wear resistance, such as tools and components subjected to extreme loads. Another advantage to brazing is its high geometric and process flexibility. This characteristic allows localized, edge-specific reinforcement and repair, as well as internal and external coatings of complex 3D component geometries. Brazing enables the creation of dense, uniform coatings with a smooth surface. This property is particularly important in the manufacturing of components that require high surface quality and density. In brazing, very strong coatings can be achieved, strengthened by diffusion processes between the filler material and the substrate. This strength provides high mechanical stability and resistance of the coating. Brazing is a versatile and precise technique that offers numerous advantages, from high precision and reduced material consumption to flexibility in applying coatings to complex components and geometries. It allows the production of dense, high-quality coatings with excellent mechanical properties, which are indispensable in numerous industries, from agricultural technology to aerospace. APPLICATIONS The application areas for coatings through brazing are highly diverse and span many industries. In particular, several sectors that rely on durable and wear-resistant materials benefit from this technique. Relevant industries include, among others, the agricultural industry, woodworking industry, screening technology, food industry, conveyor technology, and any sectors relying on effective wear protection to extend the lifespan and functionality of machines and components. Figure 6 shows examples of applications that illustrate the versatility and efficiency of this technology. CONCLUSION Additive brazing is a highly advanced process for producing functional and highly durable coatings. By creating a material bond between components through diffusion without the use of flux, dense, wear-resistant, and crack-free layers are formed, which are particularly useful in areas such as wear protection and the reclamation of components. The ability to adjust the coating thickness and hardness makes the process extremely flexible, allowing it to meet the specific requirements of a wide range of applications. Particularly innovative is the ability to precisely and locally braze using laser energy, further enhancing the efficiency and precision of the process. Additive brazing thus represents a key technology, especially in the manufacturing of components that require high durability and specialized properties. ~AM&P For more information: Ino Rass, Euromat GmbH, Baesweiler, NRW, Germany, input@euromat.de, www.euromat.de. Fig. 6 — Brazed product examples.
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