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3D printing from Stratasys is being used by Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group to manufacture flight-ready parts for several of its military, civil and business aircraft. 3D printing flight-approved parts on demand enables the company to produce lighter parts than traditional methods, significantly faster and at lower cost. Chris Botting, materials, processes and
additive manufacturing engineer at Marshall ADG, commented: “When manufacturing on complex engineering programs, we need a
MARSHALL AEROSPACE AND DEFENCE GROUP NOW USING 3D PRINTING TO CREATE FLIGHT-READY PARTS FOR MILITARY, CIVIL AND BUSINESS AIRCRAFT “Before committing to expensive aluminium
method that can create an accurate, complex, functional and lightweight duct efficiently with minimal tooling costs – this is where 3D printing fits perfectly. But we also need to ensure that the ducting work produced will be approved by the EASA for flight. As a result, we’re using the Stratasys Fortus 450mc FDM Printer and ULTEM 9085 resin – a tough, yet lightweight 3D printing material with high thermal and chemical resistance. This has been crucial to overcoming the stringent requirements of our industry, as we can now 3D print parts with the desired flame, smoke and toxicity properties for use on aircraft interiors.” The company is also utilising its Fortus
450mc 3D printer, purchased from Stratasys UK and Ireland Platinum Partner SYS Systems, to build final parts on the ground, including a ducting adapter prototype for vital ground- running equipment (pictured).
HANKUK CARBON OPENS MIRA PARK OFFICE
In a move that marks its commitment to strengthen ties with automotive OEMs across Europe, as well as further develop links within the industrial, sports and leisure markets, Hankuk Carbon, a pioneer and leader in the Korean composite material manufacturing industry, has opened its first European office at MIRA Technology Park. Hankuk Carbon has developed PCM (Prepreg Compression Moulding)
materials which can be cured within one minute, enabling the manufacturing cycle time of composite components to be reduced dramatically and allowing the company to deliver high-volume output to OEMs and Tier 1s. Byoungha Min, branch director, said: “As the electrification and
automation of vehicles becomes more prevalent, reducing the weight of a vehicle becomes progressively important. We’ve seen an increased demand for composite materials as a result and MIRA Technology Park’s pioneering CAV and EV tenants will provide a key opportunity for collaboration.” Terry Spall, commercial director at MIRA Technology Park, said:
“Hankuk Carbon presents an opportunity for OEMs across Europe. The firm’s ability to manufacture composite intermediate materials such as carbon or glass prepregs for the PCM process – which can be cured in such a short time frame – makes the high-volume production of vehicles with carbon fibre components very realistic, providing a huge array of benefits for vehicle manufacturers.”
www.horiba-mira.com
Despite challenging economic conditions around the world, the rail industry is one sector which seems to be thriving at the moment. Rail companies are moving towards the adoption of digital technologies and ‘smart’ trains, while at the same time
seeking to improve reliability and passenger experience – and this is creating many opportunities for designers and OEMs. So, in our Rail Industry focus this month we take a look at a
selection of the companies who are providing solutions for this industry – ranging from a supplier of sealing solutions which has seen sales double in the last twelve months; to how software is improving the quality of diesel units and helping to shorten the development of hybrid powertrain concepts; and the growing adoption of 3D printing to produce train parts. This is a very interesting industry sector, and one which looks set
to continue growing in the coming years. Rachael Morling - Editor
Heyco, a US-based cable and hose management manufacturer, has appointed Jet Press as a new distributor. As a result, Jet Press now offers all the products in the Heyco catalogue as well as a rapid turnaround ordering service. Of additional benefit to
customers, the company not only has engineering resources in-house but now has access to the significant design, engineering and prototyping resources of the Heyco plant in New Jersey. Jet Press is also currently working with Heyco on a series of bespoke parts destined for use in a complex electronic component for a luxury car manufacturer. All the core Heyco products are
made from industry standard Nylon 6/6, have a flammability rating of 94v-2 and a temperature range of -18˚C to 105˚C. Because they are US manufactured they are recognised under the Component Program of the Underwriter’s Laboratory (UL) and by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA).
www.jetpress.com
machining, we used the Fortus 450mc to 3D print a prototype in ASA material,” said Botting. “It enabled us to create an accurate working prototype of a complex component. We were then able to demonstrate it had the potential to be 3D printed in Nylon 12 material as opposed to the more conventional method of machining from aluminium. The 3D printed duct led to a significant cost reduction compared to machining the part out of aluminium, as well as a 63% reduction in overall weight.” The group is also using Stratasys 3D printers
for a range of complex tooling applications, including drill jigs, masking templates, bonded fixtures and composite mould tooling. Botting foresees the use of Stratasys
FDM additive manufacturing to increase across all elements of the business and to drive new applications.
JET PRESS APPOINTED DISTRIBUTOR FOR US-BASED HEYCO
Harmonic Drive has manufactured its one millionth gear. The milestone can be attributed to the growing need for precision in applications, following the increased adoption of industrial automation in recent years. “Celebrating the manufacture
of our millionth gear is a real testament to the wide product offering we now have available and the increased customer demand we have received for our specialist gears,” commented Graham Mackrell, managing director of Harmonic Drive UK.
http://harmonicdrive.de/en/home/
Rockwell Automation is celebrating 50 years in the UK. Back then, Allen-Bradley set up shop making switches and push buttons for industry in Bletchley. Now part of Rockwell Automation, Allen-Bradley has expanded to operate in more than 80 countries around the world. UK country director, Phil Hadfield,
commented: “It’s fantastic to be marking 50 years in the UK, and I look forward to further celebrations throughout 2019.”
www.rockwellautomation.com
OEM Automatic has announced a partnership agreement with the Swiss company, AGRO, enabling the company to represent the wide range of AGRO cable glands in the UK. Christian Hochstrasser, export
manager, said: “AGRO has chosen OEM Automatic because the company has an extensive product portfolio which fits perfectly with our cable glands... We are convinced that mutual co-operation will be beneficial for both companies.”
www.oem.co.uk
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