2023 brought a wave of dynamic collaborations and innovative ventures to PostProcess Technologies. Our dedicated team has been tirelessly advancing state-of-the-art post-processing automated and intelligent solutions, transforming the landscape of the additive manufacturing sector. As we approach the year’s end, let’s delve into the noteworthy milestones that unfolded at PostProcess this past year.
Move Away from IPA: AUX-400-RINSE allows for an IPA-free Resin Removal Workflow
In May, we announced our latest rinse detergent to be used in our resin removal workflow: AUX-400-RINSE. AUX-400-RINSE is an organic-based rinse solution that replaces the IPA rinse step in the PostProcess resin removal workflow that may be required following the processing of parts in one of our full-stack automated solutions.
This is a revolutionary development for the resin removal workflow because IPA can create many challenges to additive operations. When combined with our automated and intelligent solutions, AUX-400-RINSE now creates an IPA-free workflow, allowing for a safer alternative to IPA, thanks to a high flashpoint that does not require explosion-proof or ATEX-certified equipment. It also offers improved performance, rinsing 3X as many parts per Gallon (or 3.78 L) as IPA, and improved sustainability because it is easily filtered for reuse.
Partnerships Across the Globe Help Increase the Reach of PostProcess
PostProcess has consistently recognized the significant value that channel partners bring to the additive manufacturing market. In fact, we announced 6 new partnerships in 2023:
PLM Group, a company rooted in the Nordic region, specializes in delivering 3D design and additive manufacturing solutions. This partnership effectively introduces PostProcess to the markets of the Nordic countries, the Baltic region, and Iceland.
Bringing over 25 years of industry expertise, CAD BLU has established itself as a reliable source of digital 3D printing solutions tailored to jewelry design and manufacturing. This partnership simplifies the process for customers to acquire a comprehensive solution for wax 3D printing, facilitating end-to-end digitization of the workflow from part design through 3D printing to post-processing.
As a leading service bureau in France, Erpro Group is widely recognized for its expertise in utilizing additive manufacturing for production purposes. Through its subsidiary, Additive Solutions, the company concentrates on empowering customers with comprehensive manufacturing process solutions. The collaboration with PostProcess helps their customers incorporate automated post-processing and delivers end-to-end solutions to the French market.
Concurrent Design Group (CDG 3D TECH), a company specializing in 3D engineering design and manufacturing brings PostProcess’s digitized post-processing solutions to customers across England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, and the Republic of Ireland.
Raplas
Headquartered in Wales, RAPLAS Technologies, a distinguished industrial manufacturing technology company, leads the way in SLA production resin systems, resin materials, and software. This collaboration establishes a well-defined workflow for large-format SLA in additive manufacturing, including the crucial post-processing step of resin removal.
Proto3000, a leading provider of 3D printing solutions and services, provides PostProcess solutions to dental customers throughout the United States and Canada to transform the resin removal process for dental professionals.
Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems Revolutionizes Post-Processing with Automated FDM Support Removal
We have published a new case study featuring Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, a company specializing in the development and provision of cutting-edge active safety technologies, energy management solutions, and air brake charging and control systems for heavy-duty trucks, tractors, trailers, buses, and commercial vehicles across North America.
This insightful Q&A explores the efficiency of the PostProcess Volumetric Velocity Dispersion (VVD) technology integrated into the VORSA 500™ and highlights how this technology enables Bendix substantial time savings in their FDM part finishing, leading to reduced costs for their additive manufacturing operations.
Nexus Dental Makes the Leap to Automation for Post-Processing with the DEMI 430™
Nexus Dental Lab stands at the forefront of the dental industry and is committed to transforming dental practices. They provide a range of services, including digital smile diagnostic services, dental implant restorations, crown and bridge solutions, implant guide design and production, direct print services, and Lucitone digital copy dentures.
Encountering issues in their resin post-processing workflow, they struggled with the use of IPA, which posed both environmental sustainability concerns and risks to their staff. Discover how the implementation of the PostProcess® DEMI 430™ enabled them to reduce manual labor by one-third.
You can read the full case study here
New and Improved ROI Calculator for PolyJet
In 2023, we also launched a brand new ROI tool to help determine the best PostProcess solution for your PolyJet operation. Enter basic details about your existing post-processing operations, and we’ll analyze them to illustrate the potential cost savings and productivity improvements achievable by transitioning to an automated PolyJet Support Removal solution.
Our calculator examines your current operation, taking into account labor costs, the time allocated to process each part, and the percentage of parts that experience warping or damage.
While the productivity gains may vary for each customer, many witness a return on investment within weeks, thanks to reduced cycle times and increased throughput.
You can access the ROI calculator here
‘How It Works’ Webinar Series Decodes PostProcess’ Automated & Intelligent Post-Processing Solutions
This year, our How it Works webinars examined the workflow associated with each of our revolutionary automated and intelligent post-processing solutions. Hosted by an expert from our PostProcess team, this series looked at our post-processing solutions for resin, FDM, PolyJet, and wax.
Watch the recorded webinars here.
2023 was full of exciting news here at PostProcess, and 2024 is shaping up to be just as exciting. Brace yourselves for an equally exhilarating 2024, filled with groundbreaking advancements and announcements that promise to redefine your experience with automated post-processing.
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