KraussMaffei has launched its newest product, the powerPrint large-scale 3D printer, initially unveiled on the Okay commerce present. The powerPrint is designed to supply merchandise as much as a quantity of ten cubic meters. It’s at present out there for buy and likewise by way of a print-on-demand service supplied by KraussMaffei.
The powerPrint has been efficiently examined with all kinds of fiber-reinforced and compounded supplies. In keeping with Rolf Mack, Vice President of Additive Manufacturing at KraussMaffei, the powerPrint is now prepared to supply customized components instantly at buyer amenities whereas sustaining trade and high quality requirements.
The powerPrint makes use of granulated thermoplastics and extruder-based strain buildup, starting from 2 to 20mm nozzle areas, enabling cost-effective manufacturing. With an output price of as much as 30kg/h, it might probably produce parts of as much as 2m x 2.5m x 2m, independently, at a temperature of as much as 350°C.
This huge-scale printer is meant for industries requiring large-format objects with constantly excessive product high quality, resembling device and mould makers, packaging and logistics, and the automotive trade.
KraussMaffei’s print-on-demand service permits companies to judge the powerPrint. With this service, purposes are designed, printed, and post-processed in accordance with buyer necessities.
In keeping with VoxelMatters’ Polymer AM Market Alternatives and Traits 2020-2030, LFAM (massive format additive manufacturing) 3D printing {hardware} gross sales alone will generate over $1.1 billion by 2030, up from about $70 million in 2022.
