3D PRINTING
RENISHAW LAUNCHES NEXT-GENERATION BUILD PROCESSOR IN PARTNERSHIP WITH MATERIALISE
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energy-returning material that offers cushioning and gripping for the rider. This particular material also lends itself to multi-zonal lattice designs that are extremely breathable and can be tuned precisely to offer a variety of mechanical responses for an overall better ride. The company has since expanded its 3D printed line to include those for performance cycling, comfort cycling, and triathlons – the first ever made with 3D printing and developed in partnership with reigning men’s IRONMAN World Champion Patrick Lange.
The utilisation of 3D printing by industry leading brands such as Specialized, Fizik and Selle Italia, and the revolutionary saddle designs that they are able to realise, is indicative of the transformative nature of this technology. Not only does it successfully address long-standing challenges in rider comfort but also sets the standard for future innovations and increased customisation to suit the individual. As companies like Carbon continue to innovate their technology offering, it paves the way for even greater product design innovation among brands like these and many others.
Carbon
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enishaw, a global leader in precision engineering and additive manufacturing (AM), has announced the launch of a next-generation Build Processor (NxG BP), developed in collaboration with Materialise. The new software strengthens integration between Materialise Magics and Renishaw’s RenAM metal AM systems, combining the proven flexibility of Materialise Magics with the productivity of Renishaw AM systems in a more streamline workflow. The introduction of NxG BP fulfils Renishaw’s commitment to provide customers with increasingly open and user-friendly workflows while ensuring best-in-class performance. Evolving from earlier solutions, the new processor enables direct export of job files from Magics to Renishaw machines using the QuantAM file format, eliminating manual file handling, reducing errors and saving valuable preparation time. “We’ve worked closely with users to understand where the bottlenecks are in their AM workflows,” saysBen Diaz, product manager at Renishaw. “NxG BP enables swim lane laser control, integrated inspector tools, implicit modelling support and compatibility with the RenAM 500 series of machines. Ultimately, customers will have a more intuitive and efficient way to get from design to print.” A key innovation is the Swim Lane feature, which intelligently distributes laser scanning across defined regions of the build platform. By preventing interference between lasers and managing overlap for full fusion, the system enhances part quality and consistency while reducing build times. Customers also benefit from integration with nTop implicit modelling workflows, making it easier to handle complex geometries and prepare jobs more efficiently. “The Renishaw NxG Build Processor represents exactly the kind of open, flexible approach the industry needs as metal AM moves into production at scale. By enabling
direct integration between Magics and Renishaw systems, we’re removing the friction that slows down advanced users who are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with metal 3D printing. Whether it’s handling complex implicit geometries or optimizing multi-laser performance with features like swim lane control, this collaboration gives Renishaw customers the workflow control they need to succeed on their terms.”, says Karel Brans, partnership director at Materialise. To support quality assurance, NxG BP incorporates an integrated Inspector tool. This enables real-time verification of laser paths and job setup directly within the workflow, eliminating the need to switch between multiple software packages for quality checks. This data-driven approach allows users to identify and resolve potential issues before production begins. The processor is fully compatible with the complete RenAM machine range, extending the benefits of the new solution across Renishaw’s installed base.
“By renewing their Magics and Build Processor license directly through Renishaw, customers can also take advantage of cost savings compared with purchasing QuantAM and Magics separately from Renishaw and Materialise respectively. This ensures not only a more powerful workflow but also a more economical one.”, adds Diaz. The Renishaw NxG Build Processor is designed for advanced AM “power users” who manage a wide variety of part types and need functionality that goes beyond what QuantAM alone provides. For these users, the combination of streamlined workflow, enhanced process control and accelerated job preparation represents a significant step forward in achieving consistent, repeatable and efficient metal AM production.
Renishaw
www.renishaw.com
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