It's time again for the #3DEXPRESS! Experience this time how the large-format additive production with robots continues to conquer the world by storm by presenting a new 3D printing center from Rapid Fusion this week. Then learn more about the new 3D printed golf club from Cobra and be sure to register for Rapid + TCT if you see it personally and maybe even want to win your own. Then Daimler works with 3D systems to enable the 3D printing of spare parts, while RTFKT, Nike's digital studio, works with Zellerfeld on 3D printed shoes. Finally, take a look at the world's first 3D printed Macaron! The perfect mix of tradition and innovation. Have fun reading and a nice weekend!
Rapid Fusion continues to grow with 3D printing robot demonstration center
Additive production with robots is still on the rise. The latest proof of this is the Rapid Fusion based in Great Britain, which announced this week that there will be a state-of-the-art demonstration center for 3D printing robots in order to use and build on the advantages of a sales increase of 25 %. Rapid Fusion, which emerged from the British service provider EVO3D, was quite busy last year and closed an investment offensive worth £ 750,000 that enabled the company to create two new platforms for additive manufacturing and this system in exeter Build to present his solutions. The 5,000 square foot will include the Apollo cell and the Zeus, which was soon presented, and demonstrate the advantages of the LFAM robot pressure. Jake Hand, founder of Rapid Fusion, confirmed: “There is clearly a trend towards larger prints and more complex geometries on the market, and we see this not only in the automotive and aerospace industry, but also in shipping and even in construction, where we have an exciting contract with the have signed Italian companies nanoo. Since interest in our technology quickly increases, we wanted to set up a demonstration center that people visit and see the cells in action. We can even carry out some “prototype” tests to prove the speed, accuracy and reliability of our solutions. “
Photo credits: Rapid Fusion
New golf clubs manufactured with added production
Do you remember Cobra Golf's Limit3D rackets? It is iron that were introduced last year and were developed on a powder-like laser melting machine, the design of which was optimized thanks to NTOP. By integrating grid structures, the weight of the racket head was reduced by 33 %. This week, the company announced the introduction of a new series in March: it is called Cobra Tour and will include several rackets that were also developed in the DMLS procedure. The aim is also to offer a better weight distribution for high -quality performance. We will definitely keep you up to date with the start!
In the Limit3D racket head (photo certificate: Cobra Golf)
Daimler and 3D Systems cooperate for the remote 3D printing of parts
This week, a new cooperation between 3D Systems and Daimler Truck was announced to enable the distant pressure of spare parts. Cooperation combines the production and maintenance competence of Daimler Buses in the production of parts for trucks, buses and coaches with the advanced 3D printing technology and the materials from 3D Systems. The aim is to enable the certified 3D printing partners of Daimler Buses to make the local production of spare parts such as pencils, covers and operations for both applications in the engine and in the cab. Thanks to this solution, partners can increase their flexibility and efficiency and shorten the procurement time for parts by up to 75 %. This will also contribute to reducing the indirect costs, since truck, bus and travel construction transport companies will be able to minimize maintenance-related vehicle loss and thus improve profitability and usability.
Photo credits: Daimler
Rtfkt's new 3D shoe project with Zellerfeld
RTFKT, Nike's digital studio, released its latest collection in cooperation with Zellerfeld, a manufacturer of 3D printed shows. The collection called Mnlth X Blade Drop comprises six sneaker models, including the RTFKT Dunk, the Codex Dunk and the Cybr Stomper. A system is used for the introduction in which customers can buy up to six couples with MNLTH-X-tokens. This event marks the closure of RTFKT, which was taken over by Nike in 2021, after its foundation in 2019. In addition, the cooperation with Zellerfeld enables the use of 3D printing technology, which was previously used in the Nike Air Max 1000. The company has also launched a platform on which designers can upload and produce their own shoe design, which eliminates financial and logistical hurdles. This gives consumers more options and enables developers to quickly launch their ideas.
*Photo credits: RTFKT / Zellerfeld
The first 3D printed macaron
It is a premiere at the global gastronomy market and is all about additive production! The French start-up La Pâtisserie Numérique will present a 3D printed macarone until January 27th at its stand at the Sirha fair. Designed on its Food 3D printer Patiss3, it is a newly invented candy with now complex and previously unimagined forms. The founder of the startup, Marine Coré-Baillais, explains: “This breakthrough opens up a new era for the patisserie, in the tradition and innovation to create unique experiences around one of the landmarks of French gastronomy.” Special powder, which is obtained from the recycling of macaron shells, i.e. shells with defects. Less food waste and innovative design: What could be more innovative?
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