Plastic 3D Printing

GKN invested in F900 FDM 3D printer to streamline multiple tooling applications at their manufacturing site.

Across industries, both locally and overseas, 3D Printing Technology have brought about many different benefits, some even life changing. Recently in Singapore, this been seen happening at KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital (KKH) cardiology service.

3D Printing Technology has helped many businesses in improving their workflow as well as reducing potential cost of error, enabling the production of a better and more cost effective component. However much confusion has been around what purposes these printed 3D Models bring to a company, especially in the area of “Functional Prototyping and Concept Modelling”.

In Singapore manufacturing landscape, many rely on specific tools and equipment to assist them in their day to day operation. These includes tools such as jigs, fixtures, templates and gauges to maintain quality and production efficiency. These tools can be used for various purposes such as: