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In the world of additive manufacturing, ABS thermoplastic has long been a stalwart. Its versatility, durability, and ease of use make it a go-to material. But what happens when you take the leap into the world of reinforcement? 🔶 ABS Base Material: The Foundation of Possibilities 🔶 ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) offers a sweet spot of strength and flexibility, making it ideal for a myriad of applications. From prototypes to end-use products, ABS sets the standard. ⚙️ Carbon Fiber Reinforced ABS: Elevating Strength and Rigidity ⚙️ By infusing ABS with chopped carbon fiber, we've taken strength to the next level. 🚀 Carbon fiber reinforcement enhances rigidity, impact resistance, and heat tolerance, making it an excellent choice for applications where structural integrity is paramount. 🔍 Glass Fiber Reinforced ABS: Enhancing Durability and Dimensional Stability 🔍 Glass fiber reinforcement brings durability and dimensional stability to the forefront. 🌐 It's the game-changer when precision and resilience are non-negotiable. 🌈 Tailored Solutions for Your 3D Printing Needs 🌈 What sets our ABS, Carbon Fiber ABS, and Glass Fiber ABS apart is the commitment to customization. We understand that one size doesn't fit all. Our pellet-based 3D printing solutions lay the groundwork, but the real magic happens when we craft compounds tailored to your specific requirements. 💡✨ 💬 Let's Start a Conversation! 💬 Whether you're in #composites , #mining , #aerospace , #automotive , or any industry demanding cutting-edge materials, let's talk. Our expertise extends beyond the compounds you see here. Together, we can create the perfect polymer for your application. 🌐🛠️ www.innomerix.com #innomerix #innovation #3dprinting #materialsscience #abs #carbonfiber #glassfiber #customsolutions #additivemanufacturing #vsf #cncdesign #plasticextrusion #plasticinjectionmolding #cuttingedgesolutions #compositematerials #fiberglass #gfrp

#Thermoforming #Termoformatura #Thermoformage #Thermovormen and more! In every country 🌐 the fusion of LFAM and thermoforming is #adding #value to the traditional manufacturing landscape! 😫 Tired of #painful, #timeconsuming and #costly production of aluminum or wood molds that #avoid rapid products time-to-market and #profitability?   ☣ Looking to reduce #landfill generation from traditional mold produced by subtractive processes? 💡 Need an inspiration to #renovate your manufacturing process and fill this gap? ✅ Printing a tool such as the one below with #recycled and #sustainable composite thermoplastic materials is a way out. This time a #mold that would serve as a #press to form 3 mm PC/PET sheets into the desired shape of a windshield. This project was executed by our partners Jakob Haerting and Severi Salmirinne from REDU, utilizing CEAD Group large format additive & subtractive technology to support their customer in achieving their target! Another impressive application for #LFAM Ready to start solving your #pains or reaching your future state? Reach out to explore how we can consult and supporting you in filling this #gap! 🌟👉 sales@ceadgroup.com 👉 https://lnkd.in/emMdEx7b #automation #landfillreduction #LFAM #mold #thermoforming #Flexbot #automotive #transportation #polymers #composite #CNC #stampitermoformatura #thermoformingmold

From my archive: Here’s another good little example of additive manufacturing adding value to industrial machinery components. It was for an induction sealer I did for Tetra Pak quite a few years back when they were starting to explore what AM could do for them. The original part was a simple stainless-steel part, with some copper coils wrapped around it and used to seal together the polymer coated carton on milk containers, for example. The package is clamped between two of these parts, and when current is put through the coils, it induces a temperature high enough to melt the polymer coating and seal the package. After sealing the package, the faster the induction sealer can be cooled down, the sooner it can seal the next package. On the original conventionally manufactured design, the cooling channel was formed by drilling straight holes, plugging some of them and forming a simple cooling channel. On the new design, I shelled out the part and filled it with a lattice structure, making it half the weight, which means that the motors/actuators don’t have to work as hard, and I had the cooling channel follow the entire bottom face of the sealer. The channel went from a circular cross-section to a wide triangular cross-section beneath the cooling face. The FE picture shows the water exiting the AM design being twice as hot as that from the conventional design, indicating that it is removing heat much more efficiently. The part was printed in 316L stainless steel on a 3D Systems DMP320 metal powder bed fusion system. #cdamlab #CAMMD #uoa  #3Dsystems #tetrapak #3dprinting #additivemanufacturing #dfam ASTM Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence Wohlers Associates, powered by ASTM International

With more printers coming on the market with heated enclosures and hot ends capable of 300C+ temperatures, like the Bambu Lab X1E, PPS-CF is a material that we think more industries like Oil & Gas should take a look it. PPS-CF is unsurpassed in chemical resistance, for example. Here are some more facts about PPS-CF - you can also watch this great video by one of our resellers, Vision Miner, to learn more. Unparalleled Strength: PPS-CF is a high-performance engineering thermoplastic compounded with carbon fiber, rendering it exceptionally robust and resilient. It is ideally suited for the production of robust prototypes and functional components that can endure the most demanding conditions. Exceptional Heat Resistance: In search of components capable of withstanding extreme temperatures? PPS-CF can be a solution lower in cost than PEEK at only 30% the price of PEEK. Possessing a glass transition temperature of up to 240°C (or 464°F), it exhibits remarkable heat resistance while maintaining structural integrity. Versatility Across Industries: PPS-CF serves as a versatile solution adaptable to a multitude of sectors, including aerospace, automotive, medical devices, and industrial applications. Its adaptability paves the way for the creation of lightweight yet robust components. Resilience to Chemical Aggression: PPS-CF exhibits resilience to an extensive spectrum of chemicals and solvents, rendering it an invaluable asset for industries subjected to corrosive environments such as oil and gas, rail, and aerospace. Low Moisture Absorption: PPS-CF boasts a minimal moisture absorption rate (a value of 0.06 in testing via the ISO 62 method). Meticulous Dimensional Precision: PPS-CF lends itself to precision. Its low thermal expansion and excellent dimensional stability ensure that fabricated parts maintain their intended form and size. #3dprinting #additivemanufacturing #engineering #rail #oilandgas #manufacturing #madeinusa https://hubs.ly/Q0253wzH0

With more printers coming on the market with heated enclosures and hot ends capable of 300C+ temperatures, like the Bambu Lab X1E, PPS-CF is a material that we think more industries like Oil & Gas should take a look it. PPS-CF is unsurpassed in chemical resistance, for example. Here are some more facts about PPS-CF - you can also watch this great video by one of our resellers, Vision Miner, to learn more. Unparalleled Strength: PPS-CF is a high-performance engineering thermoplastic compounded with carbon fiber, rendering it exceptionally robust and resilient. It is ideally suited for the production of robust prototypes and functional components that can endure the most demanding conditions. Exceptional Heat Resistance: In search of components capable of withstanding extreme temperatures? PPS-CF can be a solution lower in cost than PEEK at only 30% the price of PEEK. Possessing a heat deflection temperature (HDT) of up to 240°C (or 464°F), it exhibits remarkable heat resistance while maintaining structural integrity. Versatility Across Industries: PPS-CF serves as a versatile solution adaptable to a multitude of sectors, including aerospace, automotive, medical devices, and industrial applications. Its adaptability paves the way for the creation of lightweight yet robust components. Resilience to Chemical Aggression: PPS-CF exhibits resilience to an extensive spectrum of chemicals and solvents, rendering it an invaluable asset for industries subjected to corrosive environments such as oil and gas, rail, and aerospace. Low Moisture Absorption: PPS-CF boasts a minimal moisture absorption rate (a value of 0.06 in testing via the ISO 62 method). Meticulous Dimensional Precision: PPS-CF lends itself to precision. Its low thermal expansion and excellent dimensional stability ensure that fabricated parts maintain their intended form and size. #3dprinting #additivemanufacturing #engineering #rail #oilandgas #manufacturing #madeinusa https://hubs.ly/Q0253tLP0

Did you know that with the Tumaker pellet extruder you can also print with #powder? Additive manufacturing is constantly evolving, and we continue to work on offering the best advanced fabrication technologies for all kinds of materials. The pellet extruder developed by Tumaker is not only limited to work with material in pellet format. In this case we use the BigFoot 500 Pro Dual 3D printer to work with a PLA-Graphite 25C (25% vol) powder mixture provided by Colfeed4print, a technological CSIC spin-off. In #research sector, working with advanced materials without the need to filament them allows you to get the most out of their properties while saving time and resources. The fact that the pellet extruder can handle powdered compounds opens up a range of valuable R&D possibilities. Consult with our materials specialists via our website: www.it3d.com/en/ or send an email to info@it3d.com. #CompositePowders #Innovation #Materials #Electrochemistry #AdditiveManufacturing TUMAKER

By investing in technology like 3D printing, you can take control of your manufacturing process from start to finish. Instead of relying on external suppliers whose prices may fluctuate with inflation, you can produce your own raw materials on-site, insulating yourself from external price shocks. What are the advantages: Cost Control: With in-house production, you can better manage costs and mitigate the impact of inflation on raw material prices. Flexibility: In-house manufacturing allows for greater flexibility in adjusting production levels according to demand fluctuations, reducing the risk of excess inventory buildup. Customization: You can tailor production processes to meet specific standards and customer requirements, enhancing product differentiation and competitiveness. Supply Chain Resilience: By reducing reliance on external suppliers, you become more resilient to supply chain disruptions caused by inflation, geopolitical events, or other factors. While there is an initial investment in equipment and technology for in-house production, the long-term cost savings and strategic advantages should outweigh the upfront expenses. #chromatic #onsiteproduction #billetsforseals #printingit

🚀 The G12 Pellet 3D Printer is a large-format, high-speed multiple plastic extrusion printer designed for large-scale additive manufacturing. This printer is a cost-effective solution for producing large parts rapidly while maintaining industrial-grade accuracy, surface finish, and consistency. It is particularly suited for creating sizable patterns, molds, batch production runs, and functional prototypes. 🚀 🌟 Key features: ✅Build volume 1200x1000x1000mm ✅Accepts a variety of particles/pellet, especially recycled materials and new materials. ✅Screw extruder design,max nozzle temperature up to 450℃ ✅Large extrusion capacity, up to 5KG/hour ✅Constant heating chamber Always welcome to contact me for more details! Shirley@piocreat3d.com WA:+8618370307423 #piocreat #piocreat3d #G12 #piocreatg12 #pellet3dprinter #granularprinter #recycledmaterials #petg #pp #pet #newmaterial #additivemanufacturing #industrial3dprinter #automation #aerospace #molding #3dfurniture #compositematerials

🏭 #3Dprinting has revolutionised #manufacturing. However, achieving a flawless surface finish remained a challenge. Vapour smoothing has become a popular surface finish for #3Dprinted parts. Our customers love vapour smoothing for the following reasons: ✨ Improved Surface Finish: Compared to standard #SLS parts with a roughness greater than 8 μm Ra, chemical vapour smoothing works its magic, achieving an impressive surface finish below the 3 μm Ra threshold. 💪 Enhanced Performance: The impact of an improved surface finish goes beyond aesthetics. In additive manufacturing, surface roughness directly affects tensile strength, elongation at break, and flexural performance. By choosing vapour smoothing, our customers strengthen their parts, preventing premature failure due to stress concentrations. 💧 Moisture Resistance: Vapour smoothing creates a protective barrier, significantly reducing moisture absorption. 📏 Dimensional Accuracy: Precision matters, and vapour smoothing understands that. Unlike abrasive machining or sanding, this process preserves the printed part's geometries and dimensional accuracy, ensuring high-precision parts meet strict tolerances flawlessly. 💡 Explore vapour smoothing on our website: https://zurl.co/GYZz 🌐 Get vapour smoothing services at Xometry: https://zurl.co/hLYv

Excited about Additive Manufacturing? Explore the potential of lattice structures with Paragon Rapid Technologies Ltd., powered by Carbon's DLS printing technology. Strength: ·      Distributes stress effectively, enhancing overall strength. 💪 ·      Remarkable resilience prevents localised damage. 🛡️ ·      Maintains integrity after repeated use, preventing structural fatigue. ⏳ Adjustable Firmness: ·      Flexibility for comfort and support. 🔄 ·      Tailored levels of firmness to meet specific needs. 🎚️ ·      Customised support and comfort to alleviate pressure points. 🛌 Lightweight Design: ·      Strong yet lightweight, ideal for weight-sensitive applications. 🏋️♂️ ·      Minimises material costs and environmental impact. 🌱 ·      Mitigates stress build-up for structural integrity. ⚖️ Additional Features: ·      Cooling airflow facilitated by open lattice design. ❄️ ·      Excellent ventilation due to porous structure. 💨 ·      Easy cleaning with debris and liquid passage through the lattice. 🧼 What do you want to make today? sales@paragon-rt.com #ParagonRapidTechnologies #DLS #Carbon #CarbonDLS #3DPrinting #AdditiveManufacturing #Innovation #CarbonProductionNetwork #UKManufacturing