Capabilities
By Use Case
We 3D print BIG
Largest Printer Size: 39" x 39" x 27"
Total Print Volume: over 700 ft2
Tallest Item Printed: 13' Coca-Cola Bottle
Printing large items is more complicated than desktop 3D printing. It takes mastery of complicated print settings, modeling capabilities to separate large 3D models managable pieces, and the skillset to assemble and finish a print to hide seams and make it complete.
From 10 to 10,000+ parts
Parts per Day: 20,000+ depending on part size
Total Print Volume: over 700 ft2
Technologies Used: FDM & SLS
Production quantity 3D printing is a whole different ballgame than one-off prototype printing. Managing a fleet of printers takes organizational skills, automation, systems for onboarding machines, material management, and a high attention to detail.
3D Models Drive Revenue
Print Finishing: smoothing, priming, painting, assembly
File Creation: 3D scanning, 3D modeling, STEP file modifications for printabililty
Use-Cases: scale models, tradeshow displays, sales tools
It takes more than just 3D printing capabilities to make an effective sales model. Our attention to detail and breadth of capabilities from modeling to printing to print finishing to crating and shipping is what is required to get it done right.
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Custom Awards & Recognition
Max Height: 26" as a single piece, taller if assembled
Print Finishing Options: smoothing, priming, painting, assembly
Use-Cases: customized trophies and performance awards
We have completed a number of trophy and awards projects for clients looking for something better than an off-the-shelf award and recognition for achievement.
Manufacturing Support Tools
Materials: Nylon12 (PA12), PLA, PETG, ABS, CF composites, and more
Print Settings: 100% infill for strength, 100 micron for precision, 400 micron for speed and strength
3D printing has improved manufacturing and assembly greatly by reducing waste and damage, improving safety, enhancing ergonomics, increasing output, enabling robotics, and much more. We can combine the proper materials and print settings with the intended use of the 3D print to create and effective and lasting part for your production line.
Set Decoration, Props, & Wardobe
Largest Printer Size: 39" x 39" x 27"
Total Print Volume: over 700 ft2
Print Finishing Options: smoothing, priming, painting, assembly
TV and filmmaking have embraced 3D printing as a fast way to create a set decoration, prop, or wardrobe item. Our quantity of printers and ability to print large items is a perfect fit for a fast turnaround - which is always a requirement in the entertainment industry.
Models and Restoration
Print Resolution: 100-200 micron
Print Finishing Options: smoothing, priming, painting, assembly
Additional Services: remodeling and repair of architecture models for 3D printing
3D models needed to win contracts, for permitting approval, and to convey complicated or new designs to clients. 3D printing is also frequently used in architectural restoration projects.
SLS Printing
Build Size: 9" x 9" x 9" which utilizes the entire volume
Parts per Day: 1,500 parts the size of 1" cubes
Material: White PA12 (Nylon12)
Selective Laser Sintering uses a laser as the heat source to sinter (melt) a powdered material which in turn binds the material together to create a solid structure.
Common applications for SLS printing are high quantity production of small items, high precision or detailed objects, strong functional use items, unique geometries that would require support structures with other methods, and more.
FDM/FFF Printing
Build Sizes: 8"x8"x8" up to 39"x39"x27"
Parts per Day: 2,500 parts the size of a 1" cube
Materials: PLA, PETG, ABS, CF composites, and more
FDM/FFF 3D printing uses a "spool" of filament, which is a thermoplastic, that is fed through a heated extruder head and deposited onto a growing object. The filament cools and hardens nearly instantly which allows for the object to be built up upon itself.
Common applications for FDM/FFF printing are prototyping, production of functional use items, design validation (form/fit), jigs and fixtures, marketing and sales models, architectural models, replacement or repair parts, and more.
Print Finishing
Techniques: support removal, smoothing, painting, assembly, and clear coating
Use-Cases: scale models, tradeshow displays, sales tools, large objects
We utilize print finishing with almost all of our large object and marketing model projects. Our techniques remove layer lines so that object does not appear to be a 3D print, and we can follow the smoothing process with assembly, priming, painting, and clear coating for protection.
Laser Cutting
Cut Size: 10" x 20"
Materials: Acrylic, PET, Acetal, Leather, Wood
Thickness: less than or equal to 1/4"
As an add-on to our 3D printing services we offer laser cutting in various materials. We find that projects often contain components that are needed that are not ideal for 3D printing, such as a clear window on a door or faceplate. In those instances we utilize laser cutting and combine the cut part in to the 3D print for the best result.
Vacuum Forming
Forming Area: 19" x 17"
Materials: HIPS, ABS, PETG, and more
As an add-on to our 3D printing services we offer vacuum forming in various materials. We find that projects often contain components that can be vacuum formed in quantities that make more sense than 3D printing. In that case we utilize 3D printing to create a mold and vacuum forming for the production.
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