The benefits of the FFC Cambridge process in comparison with
the conventional technologies that it replaces are multifaceted
and its competitive strength varies according to the oxide in
question. However, the FFC Cambridge process has obvious commercial
advantages in the following areas:
- Produces metal powder direct from oxides at low cost.
- No melting takes place, leading to potential for new alloys.
- Can produce high value process-tailored materials in small batches.
- Can produce near net shape components and with fewer pre-reduction processes.
- Has significant environmental benefits.
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