Context
In an effort to increase flexibility, GEFICCA has invested in new technologies to support customers in their future projects. GEFICCA is equipped with an FDM 3D printer, enabling us to quickly manufacture customised parts. We can therefore print supports of all shapes for internal production needs (e.g. installation templates) or to support customers in the development of solutions.
GEFICCA Solution
GEFICCA has a 3D printer that allows for the creation of parts up to 300 x 300 x 300 mm in size. It is compatible with a wide range of materials, each with its own advantages, including PLA (Polylactic Acid), ABS (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene), PETG (Glycol-modified Polyethylene Terephthalate), or even TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane):
Our 3D printer is used for several different application cases: -Printing of prototype supports and tools for our own manufacturing processes. We use it particularly for making positioning jigs or holding supports during non-contact three-dimensional measurement phases. -Printing of mock-up parts (mainly in TPU to simulate the flexible behavior of rubber). This allows our customers to conduct quick tests at a lower cost. These tests primarily focus on: -The space requirements of the parts in their final environment. -The validation of a part design before launching a mold to limit the number of iterations.
Our 3D printer helps our clients in their search for solutions while limiting development costs.