3D Printing News Briefs, November 11, 2023: Formnext 2023 – 3DPrint.com

It occurs with all additive manufacturing (AM) occasions, however with formnext specifically. It’s unimaginable to cowl each bit of stories that comes out of the present in a devoted article. For that purpose, we’re giving consideration to the tales we missed at formnext 2023 on this week’s 3D Printing Information Briefs.

AM Options

EOS and Rösler’s 3D printing division, AM Options, are collaborating to refine the AM workflow to allow mass manufacturing, with a give attention to automating and economizing the method from printing to ultimate product. Their partnership leverages every firm’s strengths in high quality requirements, customer-centric options, and a shared imaginative and prescient for economically viable 3D printing.

AM Options additionally introduced a partnership with Shapeways on the occasion, with the 3D printing bureau becoming a member of AM Options’ Beta Companion Program for the brand new C2 Liquid Coloration Smoothing expertise. This collaboration follows Shapeways’ earlier funding in AM Options’ S1 and S2 applied sciences. The C2 expertise from AM Options revolutionizes the ending of 3D printed components by combining smoothing and dyeing in a single step, which streamlines the post-processing chain, diminishes capital bills, and lowers per-part prices. The immersion smoothing expertise additionally cuts down on processing time and is extra environmentally pleasant.

Having achieved the IATF 16949 commonplace  for the automotive sector, FKM Additive Manufacturing bought an S2 system from AM Options to automate its post-processing for 3D printing. FKM may also be utilizing the brand new C2 system in 2024. Should you’ve been following Formnext information, you might have caught that FKM was the primary voxeljet buyer to amass a excessive pace sintering firm from the agency.

Equispheres

Canada-based Equispheres and Aconity3D introduced a groundbreaking achievement in pace for 3D printing aluminum with laser PBF. Particularly, the pair have been in a position to obtain construct charges roughly 9 instances quicker than the usual within the trade, reaching over 430 cm3/hr with a single laser system. This leap in productiveness is attributed to the mixed impact of Aconity3D’s superior printing tools with beam shaping capabilities and the superior high quality of Equispheres’ aluminum powder, NExP-1. If this mixed effort is utilized to multi-laser machines, one can solely think about how rather more productive they will get.

An Aconity3D half made with Equispheres powder. Picture courtesy of Equispheres.

Materialise

Whereas we lined the most recent updates to Materialise’s CO-AM platform in a separate article, separate information tales have been launched that signify simply how foundational Materialise is to the AM sector. Particularly, HP’s Multi Jet Fusion and Steel Jet applied sciences have been built-in into the CO-AM platform such that customers can optimize their workflow and handle fleets of printers utilizing the instruments accessible with the suite.

Moreover, Nikon SLM Options, which revealed its full re-brand put up Nikon acquisition at Formnext, revealed that it might work with Materialise to develop a brand new technology of Construct Processors for Nikon’s metallic 3D printers, with seamless integration into the Materialise CO-AM platform. The brand new BPs will sort out the problem of extended information processing instances as a result of NXG machines’ massive construct envelopes and twelve 1kW lasers, which may result in workflow delays.

Farsoon

At Formnext 2023, 3D Infinity publicized an order for Farsoon’s environment friendly Farsoon Flight SS403P Twin-laser 3D Printing system to spice up its collection manufacturing capabilities. The Flight SS403P-2 machine, outfitted with two 300-Watt lasers, will allow 3D Infinity to double its manufacturing yield inside 24 hours, specializing in high-volume collection manufacturing with supplies comparable to high-performance PA11 and bolstered supplies for useful end-use functions.

In one other improvement, TIGER Coatings and Farsoon introduced a collaboration on a ceramic thermoset-based materials for laser PBF, increasing their portfolio and providing revolutionary options for the ceramic AM trade. This new materials, developed throughout the CerAM SLS analysis venture, is appropriate for a spread of functions together with water therapy and catalysis, providing advantages like predictable shrinkage and the flexibility to print at low temperatures. The introduction of this materials offers a helpful various for the manufacturing of high-quality ceramic components on PBF techniques, marking a step ahead in Farsoon’s open-platform method and TIGER Coatings’ growth into ceramic PBF options.

Stratasys

Along with releasing a brand new fused deposition modeling (FDM) printer at Formnext, Stratasys broadened its supplies portfolio with the introduction of 4 new P3 supplies and the event of further validated supplies for the F900. These supplies, that are anticipated to be commercially accessible by late 2023 or early 2024, embody Somos WeatherX 100 for sturdy out of doors functions, Somos PerFORM HW for top rigidity wants like injection molds, P3 Deflect 190 ESD for electrostatic dissipative components, and P3 Stretch 80 for versatile prototypes comparable to seals and gaskets. Stratasys has additionally launched automated help technology in its GrabCAD Print software program, simplifying workflows for Origin One printer customers.

A P3 half made with Somos WeatherX. Picture courtesy of Stratasys.

Stratasys can also be increasing the F900 platform with Kimya PC-FR, a flame-resistant polycarbonate materials, and FDM HIPS, a high-impact polystyrene-based materials for much less demanding functions, in addition to introducing new colours for ULTEM, PC, and PC-ABS to extend buyer flexibility and scale back post-processing prices. Alongside this, OpenAM software program with an open materials license is now accessible for the F900, permitting for printing with open supplies.

AON3D

Montreal-based AON3D launched Hylo, a high-temperature ‘good’ 3D printer, and Foundation, a sophisticated additive manufacturing software program suite. Hylo stands out with its potential to print difficult supplies comparable to carbon fiber composites and high-performance polymers like PEEK and ULTEM, that are infamous for his or her excessive power and resistance but troublesome to print as a consequence of excessive temperature necessities. The printer options a big construct space, outstanding print speeds, and clever course of management powered by machine studying, which adjusts in actual time for constant high quality. Foundation enhances Hylo by offering course of simulation, thermal optimization, and half qualification instruments that sort out the historic difficulties of printing high-performance polymers. It addresses defects and half efficiency variability by introducing material-specific thermal consciousness into the slicing course of.

ValCUN

Upon revealing its business system and first buyer, startup ValCUN introduced that it had been awarded a €2.5 million grant by the European Innovation Council (EIC), with the potential for as much as €5 million extra in fairness funding. The grant will help the event of ValCUN’s Molten Steel Deposition (MMD) expertise, which guarantees substantial price reductions and elevated sustainability over typical metallic AM applied sciences through the use of off-the-shelf metallic wire, lowering vitality consumption, and eliminating poisonous chemical substances and powders.

The Minvera system from ValCUN. Picture courtesy of Valcun.

3D Methods

Axtra3D teamed up with Oqton and 3D Methods to unveil an revolutionary dental resolution designed to redefine the requirements of dental lab manufacturing. This resolution, centered across the Lumia X1 printer, boasts an array of options comparable to wonderful floor high quality, constant efficiency, and excessive productiveness. Moreover, it presents superior service choices like expedited onsite service and predictive upkeep. The partnership harnesses Axtra3D’s Hybrid PhotoSynthesis and TruLayer applied sciences, Oqton’s AI-driven automation software program, and 3D Methods’ high-quality NextDent supplies, offering a complete package deal that guarantees to reinforce the standard and effectivity of dental lab operations.

Anycubic

Anycubic took the stage to disclose the first-ever “14K decision printer,” the Anycubic Photon Mono M5s Professional, as a part of their esteemed Photon lineup. This printer includes a high-definition 10.1-inch monochrome LCD with 14K decision, enhancing the element and precision of prints. It presents outstanding print speeds—thrice quicker than commonplace, reaching 150mm/s with high-speed resin—and introduces a number of superior functionalities. These embody exact temperature management for the resin, efficient air purification to cut back odors, and an enhanced clever detection system that safeguards towards potential harm and improves print success charges.

It’s value noting that, usually when a DLP firm claims decision past 4K, the elevated element is achieved utilizing software program methods which have some drawbacks in comparison with native 4K decision. True 4K decision offers a stage of precision, element, and consistency needed for high-quality 3D printing functions, particularly the place tremendous options and accuracy are crucial. Digital 4K is usually a cost-effective various however might not meet the identical requirements as true 4K, notably in skilled or industrial environments the place the best particulars matter.

Sintavia

Sintavia introduced its intent to be the primary North American buyer for the M 8K 3D printer from AMCM GmbH, one of many largest PBF 3D printers ever made. The printer boasts a construct quantity of 820mm x 820mm x 1600mm and is provided with eight superior nLIGHT lasers. The introduction of the M 8K to Sintavia’s operations, anticipated in early 2025, is poised to considerably improve productiveness and develop design potentialities, particularly for large-scale elements.

Raise3D

Raise3D is broadening its horizons with the introduction of the DF2 Resolution at Formnext, marking the corporate’s foray into vat photopolymerization. This new resolution leverages digital mild printing (DLP) expertise and is optimized for engineering prototypes, manufacturing aids, and low-volume manufacturing. The DF2 Resolution is being complemented by merchandise just like the DF Wash and DF Remedy, and a spread of specifically developed resins for numerous functions. Raise3D can also be collaborating with companions like Henkel and BASF Ahead AM to discover the longer term potentialities of resin 3D printing.

Nexa3D

Nexa3D unveiled its personal UV curing system, designed for the desktop. In keeping with the corporate, the xCURE Desktop is able to reducing post-processing instances by as much as 80%. Together with the desktop curing station, Nexa3D launched three new industrial resins focused on the automotive, aerospace, electronics, and dental sectors, increasing the potential for numerous functions. xPRO9400-FR, made with BASF ForwardAM, is a flame-retardant resolution with excessive warmth resistance, whereas PRO9499 White by Henkel offers a vivid white end excellent for detailed modeling. The Saremco Print CROWNTEC resin is supposed for dental restorations, that includes a spread of shades for aesthetic compatibility.