| Abstract Scope |
Hot Isostatic Pressing (HIP) has long been used to eliminate porosity and internal defects in components for critical applications. With the growing demand for additively manufactured (AM) technologies, modern HIP systems are evolving to meet higher standards for productivity, sustainability, and performance. A major advancement is High Pressure Heat Treatment (HPHTTM), which combines HIP and heat treatment into a single step by rapidly cooling components from soak temperature using high-pressure argon gas. Originally developed to streamline processing and reduce energy, time, and cost, HPHT has also demonstrated significant improvements in mechanical and corrosion resistance properties, while minimizing geometric distortion—an essential benefit for complex AM parts. This presentation introduces HPHT and explores its advantages through a series of case studies, highlighting its transformative potential for AM component integrity, efficiency, and design flexibility. These developments mark a crucial step forward in aligning HIP technology with the evolving demands of next-generation manufacturing. |