Top 5: 3D Printed Custom Glasses
Happy Sunday everyone! We hope you had an enjoyable week, and that you are enjoying our content. You might also enjoy our news coverage during Formnext. We have a collection of exciting videos this week. We have selected an interesting range, from a South Korean factory which utilizes 3D printing to produce custom glasses individual to the user, to SolidCAM’s work with Desktop Metal, as well as information on printing in dentistry, agriculture and more. We hope you enjoy!
Top 1: Custom 3D-Printed Glasses
This video shows a South Korean factory that uses 3D printing for custom-made glasses frames. The video shows the process: firstly, they take a 3D scan of the customer’s face and head and calculate the dimensions of the facial features. This is used for the CAD design of the glasses, designed to each person’s individual face. This CAD design can be printed using an HP Laser Sintering Printer. The parts then undergo post-processing. The fact that these glasses can be mass-produced is particularly interesting. Although the video takes over 10 hours to print, it is very time-efficient since you can print multiple pairs in this amount of time.
Top 2: SolidCAM combines CNC Machining with Metal 3D Printing
SolidCAM follows next. In this video, the CAM software company presents their collaboration with Desktop Metal for a hybrid process which combines CNC machining with their 3D printing system, the world’s first Metal Binder Jetting system. This video shows 9 steps in the manufacturing process, from design through printing to post-processing. The video shows the final part in detail so the viewer can see the intricate design and technical finish that SolidCAM X Desktop Metal can achieve. The video also features SolidCAM’s proprietary
Top 3: Dentist Discusses 3D Printing
Next, we have a video to share with dental lovers! 3D printing in dentistry has become increasingly popular. To balance the business aspect, it’s refreshing to see a video that shows the dental side. This video features Dr Chris Giffin (head of 3D Printing Dental Association). He presents his top 3D printing software for the dental sector, giving a detailed description of each company’s history, focus and key softwares according to his personal experience as a senior dentist. Bluesky and Meshmixer were among the others on his list. Dr. Giffin discusses 3D printing and its use in this sector to create crowns, bridges, dentures, aligners, and bridges. He also discusses the benefits of 3D printing compared to traditional methods.
Top 4: John Deere tries 3D printing parts
You’ve probably seen their logo written on the side of a tractor or cherry picker: John Deere. This company is well-known for its manufacturing of agricultural, construction and technological products. They have locations around the globe. This video shows the additive manufacturing facility in Mannheim where they embarked upon their first AM project. Their first 3D printed metal part was the Thermal Diverting Valve 3.0. They worked together with GKN Sinter Metals, their part supplier. The video shows that this project was a great success. They were able to print over 4,000 parts in just one year. This video shows how to design and print parts. It also includes interviews with key personnel involved in the project, who explain their thinking and the benefits additive manufacturing has brought them.
Top 5: Ensinger GmbH – Their Plastic Medical Parts
Next is a video from Ensinger GmbH about their medical plastics device solutions. The video shows the full range of products that they offer, including traumatology and hip and shoulder reconstructions. The video then explains the history of the company, including the headquarters and foundations, as well their place in medical industry. The company operates in more than 30 countries and produces high-quality parts. The company uses 3D printing to produce the final parts, in addition to traditional injection molding and machining. Ensinger offers surface treatments, assembly and labelling. The video also details the biocompatibility and quality of the parts and services.
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