North America's No. 1 share. The latest unit that has overcome the challenges of powder sintering layering (SLS) method. - Small lot production, right on the spot.
SLS 3D printing is a 3D printing technology that differs from other manufacturing methods in that it is designed for batch production of multiple varieties or dozens of the same item. SLS has the advantage of being able to manufacture high-strength and durable functional parts efficiently; however, traditional SLS faced challenges such as powder scattering and the high cost of equipment, which often exceeds tens of millions of yen.
To overcome these challenges associated with traditional SLS, Formlabs developed the Fuse series, a compact benchtop system that is easy for anyone to operate. It features a dedicated post-processing machine equipped with a negative pressure system to address powder scattering, and it has been redesigned to provide a consistent and simple workflow from printing to post-processing, all at a significantly lower cost.
In just one year since its launch, the Fuse 1 gained the number one market share in the North American SLS market. It has now evolved into the Fuse 1+ 30W, which is equipped with a 30W laser that doubles the printing speed, and new materials are continuously being developed and released. With the expanded capabilities of additive manufacturing, design philosophies are changing, the concepts of prototyping and validation are evolving, and manufacturing is beginning to step into a new stage.
- 企業：Formlabs
- 価格：5 million yen-10 million yen
