DMP Factory 500 Scalable metal additive manufacturing for seamless large parts

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Market introduction Modular concept for scalability Integrating additive manufacturing with traditional technologies The vacuum chamber concept Build higher quality large parts Lower total cost of ownership Simplify process workflow Scale in a factory environment Technical specifications Redefining the AM Factory GF Machining Solutions, a leading global provider of complete The DMP Factory 500 offers manufacturers in aerospace, auto- solutions to the precision machining industry and manufactur- motive, motorsports and other high-tech industries increased ers of precision components, and 3D Systems,...

Natural match for aerospace needs

Metal AM today is poised to deliver significant production benefits to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). Advances in additively-manufactured aerospace parts have shown how this technology can now be deployed to all metals manufacturers. By leveraging that experience, consequently, OEMs are now ready to f ully deploy and experience the benefits of this game-changing technology. Metal AM has delivered a natural evolution to the aerospace industry because it : • Optimizes buy-to-fly ratios through reduced cost of waste material • Optimizes geometry and design for functionality to reduce weight...

Scalable metal additive manufacturing for seamless large parts The DMP Factory 500 is a workflow-optimized metal 3D print- industrial knowledge, and the precision System 3R clamping ing solution for massive scalability, repeatable high-quality systems, the DMP Factory 500 solution is a fully-integrated, parts, high throughput and low TCO, producing parts with a streamlined metal AM platform. build volume up to 500 x 500 x 500 mm, height inclusive of This advanced metal production system is powered by build plate. 3DXpert® software, LaserForm® materials, workflow-optimized Engineered using 3D...

Companies that have identified a desirable metal AM applica- manufacturing services. Informed by their ongoing insights tion in an in-house laboratory setting will realize the complica- and experiences, our materials scientists and expert product tions of scaling with a stand-alone printer. Very often, the costs development teams have developed the DMP Factory 500 as a and human resources required make this an unrealistic modular factory solution that enables users to: approach for volume parts production. In order to arrive at a viable factory solution, it must be possible to control part quality,...

Modular concept for scalability The DMP Factory 500 is a scalable manufacturing solution comprised of function-specific modules designed to maximize efficiency by optimizing utilization. Each module of the DMP Factory 500 is fully integrated with a sealed Removable Print Module (RPM) that delivers a controlled print environment and is engineered to move between printer and powder modules for a continuous production workflow. Customers can configure a custom metal AM factory by choosing the right combination of modules to optimize their specific production application. Designed for the ongoing,...

Integrating AM with traditional technologies To underline our mutual commitment to providing innovative solutions to market leaders, GF Machining Solutions has filed a patent application for a new carrier concept. This flexible solution allows the user to position and locate build plates on the RPM and provides links to automated conventional machining processes. This concept contributes to a significant increase in automation possibilities and reduction of build plates costs. Automation of the AM process is a top priority, but we are also keenly developing solutions to seamlessly integrate AM...

The vacuum chamber concept 3D Systems has developed a unique vacuum chamber for the PTM to improve process efficiency and part quality and reduce overall manufacturing costs in metal AM. In order to consistently achieve these benefits throughout the workflow from printing to material recycling, the resulting inert environment is also present in other modules of the DMP Factory 500. The lowest possible oxygen (O2) content in the build chamber waste and directly reduces TCO by protecting powder from protects chemical composition and reduces moisture content deterioration through oxygen exposure....

3DXpert : from 3D CAD model to best-in-class prints Empowering the DMP Factory 500, 3DXpert® is an integrated software handling the entire spectrum of the AM workflow. 3DXpert allows you to leverage the full potential of AM with complete control over the preparation and manufacturing process. Supporting every step of the AM workflow from design to post-processing, 3DXpert streamlines your process to quickly and efficiently transition from a 3D model to successfully printed parts. Import data Optimize structure Create supports Simulate build Calculate scan-path Arrange build and send to print...

Build higher quality large parts Metal 3D printing emerged as a technology best suited for producing small, intricate metal parts. As part sizes go up, achieving consistent, high quality parts becomes a challenge that requires deep expertise and clever engineering solutions.

Intelligent seamless scanning via unique 3DXpert  enabled print strategies 3D Systems’ metal printing specialists devised multiple software- in the PTM and inert environments in the RPM and PMM guar- enabled build techniques to eliminate seam lines and internal antee consistent powder quality for high quality parts. The weak points, including overlapping and bricking. They also closed powder concept maintains material integrity and allows developed strategies to minimize splits by enabling specific for printing of even very reactive alloys. The consistently low O2 environment of the vacuum chamber...