The short answer is definitely yes. According to researchers, it will undoubtedly take some time. Let us first discuss the shortcomings it poses and why it has been in discussion.
Currently, cost and lead time for serial production are critical barriers. Indeed, 3D Printing in production is a comparatively costlier option for some applications than other traditional manufacturing. For instance, a rectangular block with a simple feature – let’s say holes can be CNC milled a lot cheaper than with 3D Printing. So on what basis can 3D Printing be chosen over conventional manufacturing process? The priority order goes as follows: begin with an end-user application, complexity of design and manufacturing, and any standards, certification, or regulations for this part.
At Amuse, we perform a feasibility study and design your part suitable for Additive Manufacturing (AM), keeping the process and functionality in mind using Design for Additive Manufacturing (DFAM) or 3D Printing. In our experience, 8 in 10 people compare the cost of 3D printed parts with traditional manufacturing methodologies. Customers chose to redesign their part with Amuse’s design expertise to leverage 3D Printing. What’s more? Our feasible preliminary design helps them shorten the DFM phase by at least 25% lead time in Injection mold tooling.
3D Printing minimized and simplified the way products were made so far in its evolution stage. If not for Additive manufacturing, it is impossible to reduce the lead time or, in some cases, eliminate the assemblies, welding requirements, and supply chain logistic issues.
3D Printing offers enormous opportunities to integrate design, technology, and production. From feasibility study to end-part delivery, the process can be seamlessly integrated by information technology. Here right from quote generation, approval of the quotation, production, post-processing, and delivery can easily be streamlined and automated. Many 3D Printing industries are working on industrialization as it is currently not very economical compared to traditional manufacturing technologies for mass production. Additive manufacturing is still in its nascent stages and has not matured enough to compete in scaling economically for mass production for generic products.
This is the game-changing technology that is taking its leap towards industrialization. Many players understand the significance of futuristic technology, reengineer and reimagine 3D Printing to advance the research.
As an innovator of the future, Amuse works to bring you every time Sustainable manufacturing experience by thinking beyond manufacturing.
In the upcoming blogs, we will deep dive into the importance of 3D Printing in design thinking, production of lightweight parts, and supply chain.
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