Metal 3D Printing
Based on Markforged's composite 3D printing technology, the Metal X is a brand new kind of 3D printer. By printing metal powder bound in a plastic matrix, it eliminates safety risks associated with traditional metal 3D printing while enabling new features like closed-cell infill for reduced part weight and cost. Multiple industrial metals are printed with this process. Printed parts go through a washing stage to remove some of the binder. They are then sintered in a furnace and the metal powder fuses into solid metal. The process employed means that parts have the same properties as those of traditional powder metalourgy methods and do not suffer from the material anisotropy associated with other metal 3D printing methods. The Metal X is up to 10x less expensive than alternative metal additive manufacturing technologies — and up to a 100x less than traditional fabrication technologies like machining or casting.
Laser Scanning
Laser Scanning combines controlled steering of laser beams with a laser rangefinder. By taking a distance measurement at every direction the scanner rapidly captures the surface shape of objects, buildings and landscapes. Construction of a full 3D model involves combining multiple surface models obtained from different viewing angles. 3D object scanning allows enhancing the design process, speeds up and reduces data collection errors, saves time and money, and thus makes it an attractive alternative to traditional data collection techniques. 3D scanning is also used for mobile mapping, surveying, scanning of buildings and building interiors, and in archaeology. When combined with 3Ψ's 3D printing services, laser scanning allows you to copy an existing object or modify its design to suit your requirements (Reverse Engineering).
