ASTM F3468-23 - Additive manufacturing of metals — Qualification principles — Part 4: Qualification of operators for DED-LB

1.1 This document specifies the capabilities and responsibilities required for the qualification of the AM operators on the field of the additive manufacturing technologies dealing with metallic parts production, specifically for the employment of DED-LB/M.

1.2 This document specifies criteria for the theoretical and practical assessment of personnel operating DED-LB/M machines. The activities and procedures foreseen to be performed by the DED-LB/M operator are also part of this document.

1.3 This document is intended to provide an outline for qualification of AM machine operators in general industrial applications.

1.4 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.