NAMI (Nationwide Additive Manufacturing & Innovation Firm) is a number one Saudi-based firm in Riyadh that focuses on additive manufacturing. Backed by trade big 3D Techniques and Dussur, NAMI is devoted to accelerating the adoption of 3D printed merchandise, particularly within the oil & fuel sector, and maximizing their native affect.
On September 11, 2023, DNV and Aramco’s CSD (Guide Providers Division) visited the corporate to begin the certification course of for oil & fuel components. Additive Manufacturing (AM) is quickly gaining prominence throughout numerous industries as a viable methodology for normal manufacturing. Some great benefits of AM, together with design flexibility, diminished lead instances, and provide chain effectivity, are clear. Nonetheless, the shortage of related requirements has been a limiting think about its widespread adoption. Recognizing this problem, DNV has taken a major step by creating Additive Manufacturing requirements, particularly DNV-ST-B203 for the Power and Maritime sectors.
The fast goal of the go to was for NAMI to realize AMC 1 degree Facility Certification by mid-October, encompassing the qualification of the Laser Beam Powder Mattress Fusion (LB-PBF) course of with a give attention to one Construct Course of Qualification (BPQ). NAMI additionally goals to safe AMC 2 and three degree facility qualification by finishing Half Qualification and Manufacturing Specification (PPS) by the top of 2023. This certification aligns with DNV AM Commonplace DNV-ST-B203 and DNV’s service specification DNV-ST-0568.
The DNV Audit concerned three predominant steps: reviewing NAMI’s AM facility documentation, manufacturing, and high quality management procedures, evaluating the effectiveness of traceability of the components via the deployment of NAMI’s AM procedures, and witnessing the Construct Course of Qualification (BPQ) construct.
Certifying an AM facility based on DNV’s globally acknowledged ‘Facility Certification’ commonplace is an affidavit that the certified facility meets rigorous standards, validated by certified AM consultants. AM processes qualification supplies peace of thoughts to end-user prospects, inserting a powerful emphasis on the reliability and functionality verification of AM producers. This certification provides important worth for purchasers, regulators, and anybody looking for licensed AM parts.
NAMI acknowledges the importance of DNV’s facility certification and part-family qualification for his or her strategic development aims. With DNV’s certification, NAMI goals to boost confidence of their prospects concerning the standard and repeatability of their AM processes. As has been said by NAMI’s Performing CEO, Omar Abuhabaya, “It was a improbable begin to the NAMI facility qualification course of with DNV. This outstanding alternative will permit NAMI to serve the oil & fuel trade and supply end-users with the boldness to include additively manufactured components into vital functions, making certain their consolation and satisfaction.”
Abuhabaya additional highlighted his involvement within the institution of DNV’s Joint Business Challenge (JIP) Part I and Part II qualification pointers, discovering it rewarding to witness their implementation in NAMI’s facility at the moment. These pointers allow NAMI to qualify each vital and non-critical functions (AMC Stage 1, 2, 3), thereby accelerating the difference of additive manufacturing within the area the place NAMI is taking a number one position.
It’s price noting that NAMI’s three way partnership associate, 3D Techniques, has been instrumental in bringing the innovation of 3D printing to the manufacturing trade. Because the main additive manufacturing options associate, they convey innovation, efficiency, and reliability to this mission. Moreover, 3D Techniques is actively collaborating with DNV of their Joint Business Challenge Part 3, additional enhancing their experience and contributions to the success of NAMI.
Dr. Sastry Kandukuri, International AM Observe Lead and Senior Principal Supplies Specialist at DNV’s Power Techniques Enterprise Unit in Norway, highlighted NAMI’s dedication to excellence by partnering with DNV for his or her AM facility qualification. DNV’s globally acknowledged ‘AM Facility Certification’ compliant with the DNV-ST-B203 commonplace and DNV-SE-0568 service specification, assures that NAMI’s facility exceeds rigorous standards, supported by certified AM consultants. This certification provides important worth for end-user prospects, half design house owners, and people looking for licensed AM parts within the power/oil & fuel industries. The partnership underscores the significance of DNV’s facility certification and half household qualification and aligns with NAMI’s strategic development imaginative and prescient within the Power and Oil & Fuel sectors, leveraging AM know-how’s potential. With DNV’s certification, NAMI positive aspects the belief of its end-user prospects, making certain high quality and consistency of their AM processes, seamlessly integrating into the manufacturing provide chain.
