AM Solutions (a brand of the Rösler Group) today announces two more machines that will be on show at the upcoming Formnext exhibition in Frankfurt booth C18 in Hall 12, 15-18 November. The M1 Basic and the C1 machine will feature on the stand alongside another 4 key technologies, representing the most comprehensive array of AM post-processing solutions at the event.
AM Solutions – 3D post processing technology is a leader in the field of post-processing of AM parts made using the full range of AM processes and in a range of materials, including plastics, metals, and resins. The company’s success is based on the fact that it has over 80-years experience supplying finishing (or post-processing) technologies for traditional manufacturing processes, and it is able to pragmatically address the unique characteristics of AM post-processing from this perspective.
Daniel Hund, Head of Marketing at Rösler / AM Solutions says, “Formnext is a pivotally important show for the AM sector, and for AM Solutions it is a perfect venue for us to talk to our many existing and new customers in the AM space. The M1 Basic which will be featuring on the stand is AM Solutions’ all-round post processing solution for the surface smoothing and polishing of single parts and small batches, and is able to handle both plastic and metal AM parts. It is a compact machine, which means that it is easily integrated into practically any manufacturing line. Multiple parts can be simultaneously treated in separate processing chambers through the installation of divider plates, and the system features — among other things — a comprehensive, easy-to-operate software package which allows the storage of post-treatment processing programs and, thus, reduces the risk of operator errors. The M1 Basic promotes superior surface finish of work pieces in a cost-effective and repeatable fashion.”
The M1 Basic refines parts made using the AM process, providing better-looking and better quality commercial-grade end-use products. In smoothing and polishing parts, it also enables the creation of a perfect surface for painting or dye, which is another important element of improving the aesthetics.
Hund continues, “Alongside the M1 Basic I am pleased to announce that our C1 post processing machine will also be on view. The C1 system is an excellent tool for the automated and cost-efficient post processing of photopolymer components. It is equally effective on precision functional components, design objects with extremely fine structures, and complex prototypes. Photopolymer-based AM processes are typically used when a higher level of detail or especially smooth surface finish is required, for intricate parts and components. For SLA, for example, support structures are required to securely fix a part to the print bed and to prevent in-build warping, and these supports are usually very thin and only lightly touch the part being built. Supports can leave marks when removed, however, which means that specialist post-processing technologies are required.”
In the C1 system, the perfectly adapted compound and the interplay between mechanical and thermal effects results in a highly consistent, effective, and gentle removal of support structures / resin. The standard processing recipes, already stored in the PLC controller, can be individually modified and saved. In addition, the C1 machine contains various features to guarantee the optimal use of the compound and to minimize the operating costs. These include a fill level control system and an integrated saturation (contamination) sensor. Key process parameters such as temperature, cycle times and the degree of contamination of the compound are continuously recorded and saved with a data logger. This ensures full compliance with industry demands regarding quality control and consistency of the processing results.”
A team of AM Solutions experts will be on hand to meet with Formnext attendees on booth C81 in Hall 12. The company also invites attendees requiring pre-arranged 1-2-1 meetings to email [email protected], so specific meeting times and dates can be confirmed.
