2024-09-12 09:50:00
Stratasys has developed a new build processor specifically for investment casting together with Materialise. This new build processor for the Stratasys Neo 450 and 800 ensures a shorter work preparation time and faster 3D printing of the molds for this casting technique.
Stratasys is showing off a number of novelties at the IMTS in Chicago. In addition to the Origin Two DLP printer together with the Origin Cure sprint, the collaboration with Materialise is particularly eye-catching.
Step to facilitate 3D printing
“Our collaboration with Stratasys is focused on creating seamless integrations between software and hardware to make AM adoption easier for our customers,” said Udo Eberlein, Vice President Materialise Software. “With the NxG Build Processor for Stratasys Neo printers, we are enabling a wide range of applications, but also opening up new possibilities for niche applications such as investment casting, where the flexibility of additive manufacturing meets the reliability of metal casting processes.”
Faster processing and more influence on parameters
The new build processor for the Neo printers ensures faster processing of all data. At the same time, Stratasys has streamlined the workflow for this AM process. Furthermore, the printing speed has been increased with the new processor, which should lead to an even shorter lead time. The casting patterns can be 3D printed with different layer thicknesses, depending on the application. Users also have more influence on the various parameter settings to adjust the end result to their own preference. With this solution, Stratasys focuses on the automotive, aerospace and general industries.
Sales decline at Stratasys The American-Israeli printer manufacturer recently presented disappointing financial results. Revenue fell to $138 million in the second quarter (compared to $154.6 million adjusted for divestments a year earlier). The net loss in Q2 was around $25.7 million. However, the company reports strong growth in sales of consumables, such as materials for 3D printers. According to Stratasys, the 6.3% revenue growth reflects a strong utilisation rate of the 3D printers that are operational. In order to combat the weak market, the group will lay off 15% of its employees. Part of this has already happened; the reorganisation should be completed by the end of this year. That should save $40 million.
Higher repeatability across multiple 3D printers
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New Origin Two
With the new DLP printer Origin Two, the company is specifically targeting the plastics processing industry. According to Stratasys, this Origin Two ensures that the parts have the correct dimensions, a high surface quality (comparable to injection molding) and that cycle times are shorter. According to the manufacturer, the Origin Two is therefore a solution to bring production back in-house and to produce spare parts on-demand and no longer physically store them in warehouses. The repeatability measured over two different Origin Two 3D printers means that more than 93% of the parts have a dimensional deviation of less than 50 microns. The surface roughness is Ra 3 µm while the printing speed remains 20 mm / hour. The heated build chamber allows materials to be printed with a Heat Deflection Temperature of up to 300 degrees C.
The Benelux distributor of Stratasys Seido Systems will participate in the Plastics Fair in Veldhoven on September 18 and 19.
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How does the Neo Build Processor enhance the efficiency of the investment casting process in additive manufacturing?
Stratasys and Materialise Launch Neo Build Processor for Investment Casting
In a significant development in the world of additive manufacturing, Stratasys has launched a new build processor specifically designed for investment casting, in partnership with Materialise. This innovative solution, known as the Neo
How does the Neo Build Processor improve efficiency in the investment casting process?
Enhancing Efficiency in Investment Casting with Stratasys’ Neo Build Processor
The collaboration between Stratasys, a leading 3D printing solutions company, and Materialise, a renowned software and 3D printing services provider, has led to the development of a new build processor specifically designed for investment casting [1]. This innovative solution is tailored for Stratasys’ Neo 450 and 800 printers, enabling a shorter work preparation time and faster 3D printing of molds for this casting technique.
Faster Processing and Increased Control
The new build processor for the Neo printers streamlines the workflow for investment casting, ensuring faster processing of all data. Additionally, users have more influence over various parameter settings, allowing for precise adjustments to achieve the desired end result. The casting patterns can be 3D printed with different layer thicknesses, depending on the application, and the printing speed has been increased with the new processor, leading to a shorter lead time [2].
Seamless Integrations for AM Adoption
Udo Eberlein, Vice President of Materialise Software, emphasized the focus on creating seamless integrations between software and hardware to facilitate additive manufacturing (AM) adoption for customers. The NxG Build Processor for Stratasys Neo printers enables a wide range of applications, including niche areas like investment casting, where the flexibility of AM meets the reliability of metal casting processes [2].
Stratasys’ Origin Two: A Solution for Plastics Processing
In addition to the Neo Build Processor, Stratasys has introduced the Origin Two, a DLP printer designed specifically for the plastics processing industry. This printer ensures parts have the correct dimensions, high surface quality, and shorter cycle times, making it an ideal solution for bringing production back in-house and producing spare parts on-demand [3].
Higher Repeatability and Surface Quality
The Origin
