Revolutionizing Metal 3D Printing: Renishaw's Leap Towards Doubling Additive Manufacturing Productivity
Enhancing Additive Manufacturing Productivity
- Introduction of new metal 3D printing technology aimed to significantly improve additive manufacturing (AM) productivity.
- Promised reduction in build times by up to 50%, maintaining part quality, addressing a major barrier in AM adoption - productivity.
Cost Efficiency
- Anticipated to lower the cost per part, encouraging wider industry adoption of AM.
- Reduction in cost per part makes AM viable for a broader range of applications.
Technological Advancements
- Builds on the flagship metal powder bed fusion RenAM 500 series.
- The RenAM 500 series, now capable of building up to twice as fast as before, termed as the most productive system on the market.
Quality Management and Inspection
- Introduction of a quality toolkit for AM to ensure optimal machine performance and consistent production of high-quality parts.
- The toolkit provides users with data, more control, and in-process visibility to ensure a solid process foundation.
Expanded Offerings
- Display of four-laser RenAM 500Q and R&D focused RenAM 500 Flex at Formnext, showcasing Renishaw's commitment to continuous innovation in AM.
- Collaboration with Atherton Bikes, demonstrating real-world application of Renishaw’s technology in creating parts for high-performance bikes.
User Empowerment
- Aiming to equip users with the best AM tools and quality management toolkit, enabling better control and confidence in AM processes.
Future Insights
- Hinted introduction of next-generation metal AM technology.
- Emphasis on providing an ‘end-to-end process’ to industrialize AM for production, signifying a long-term vision for enhancing and mainstreaming AM productivity.