What is Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing
Additive Manufacturing (AM) and 3D Printing is a process that uses computer generated 3D data to produce a part using raw materials. Material is applied or bonded in a layering fashion only where needed producing a physical 3 dimensional part.
Applications
Oil, Gas and Energy Production
Aerospace
Defense
Medical - Dental, Surgical Guides, Instruments, and Implants
Automotive
Tooling
Casting
Prototyping
The Additive Advantage
The benefits Additive Manufacturing over traditional manufacturing techniques:
- Complex geometry production
- Weight reduction
- Consolidation of multiple parts and assemblies
- Rapid prototypes
- Functional testing
- Lead time reduction