This is a table plate that has been converted from ceramics to a metal 3D printer using the inverter method and material change.
We received a consultation from a customer stating that "with ceramic plates, processing is difficult, the degree of freedom in shape is low, and dimension control is challenging, resulting in significantly longer processing times." In response, we proposed a transition to metal 3D printing and a change of material to Invar, which has properties similar to ceramics. Metal 3D printing is characterized by its very high degree of freedom in shape, allowing for the processing of complex shapes like this product without difficulty. Furthermore, we replaced the material with Invar, which has a thermal expansion coefficient about one-tenth that of iron, and incorporated heat dissipation pins to enhance functionality. Togane Metal Industry Co., Ltd., which operates this site, actively proposes the transition from existing methods to metal 3D printing, providing various benefits to customers, including reduced lead times, enhanced functionality, and the realization of complex shapes, as well as lightweighting and process consolidation. We have numerous achievements not only with AlSi10Mg, SUS316L, and maraging steel but also with the shaping of special materials such as Invar and iron-based and copper-based materials. If you are struggling with processing times or shape constraints of ceramics, or if you are considering a transition to metal 3D printing, please feel free to consult with us.
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Purpose/Effect: High functionality, shortened lead time Material: Invar Size: 230×230×20 Processing Steps: Forming, heat treatment, machining
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Overseas, the practical application of metal 3D printers has advanced, and they are widely used in industrial product manufacturing, but it is said that their utilization for mass production is still not progressing domestically. On the other hand, in our case, we have targeted the market where metal 3D printers can be most effectively utilized, and as a result of our proposal activities, they have been adopted as industrial product parts in large numbers. When combining prototypes and mass production, we have over 5,000 achievements in terms of quantity. Various companies in Japan also own metal 3D printers, but our strength lies in being a foundry manufacturer, as well as being well-versed in machining, welding, and heat treatment, which allows us to propose a comprehensive approach to manufacturing. Leveraging the technologies and networks cultivated through our existing business, we can accommodate various post-processing needs. Without being tied to specific methods, we will propose the most optimal manufacturing processes for complex-shaped parts in terms of cost and lead time.
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Azuma Metal Industry Co., Ltd. is a company that offers design proposals for casting, welding, machining, assembly, and metal additive manufacturing. We have a wide range of clients across various industries, including precision machinery, machine tools, energy plants, water treatment plants, construction machinery, and defense-related sectors, particularly in the LCD and semiconductor industries, and we possess extensive know-how and experience. Please feel free to contact us if you have any inquiries. We have launched a specialized website for large-scale can processing and machining! 【Large Precision Can Manufacturing/Machining Speed Processing Center】https://azuma-seikan-machining.com/ 【Metal 3D Printer Method Conversion Lab】https://azuma-metal3dp.com/
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