DETROIT—Ford has teamed up with Hewlett-Packard (HP) to turn spent 3D-printed powder and parts into stronger, lighter, and more cost-effective vehicle parts for Ford’s Super Duty F-250 trucks.

HP had already implemented practices that minimize the presence of disposed plastic and metal powders in landfills. But by working with Ford, the company says its 3D printing operations will be zero-waste. The partnership is also a step toward new industry and old industry working together toward sustainability.