3D Prod - 3D printing and rapid prototyping

3D Prod is a French service provider specialist in plastic 3D printing. Learn more about 3D Prod manufacturing capabilities in the bullets points below:

• Founded in 2005 in the Vosges region of France
• 3D Prod is specialist in rapid prototyping for technical parts but also mockup and small series
• Production capability for big parts ( up to 2 meters)
• Focus on sustainability with 90% of internal waste being recycled

The SLS process is a 3D printing process. It involves sintering fine particles of polymer powder with the help of a laser to fuse them layer by layer.

The SLS process provides multiple benefits. First, it’s fast. Second is the quality of the parts, especially the ones with complex shapes. Third is the range of compatible materials. 3D Printing SLS has three main drawbacks. The first is space. The SLS process requires large, dedicated spaces. The second is the quantity of materials used. A lot of powder remains inside the powder cake that is not sintered and is no longer usable. This can increase the cost per part printed. The third is the cost of the technology which remains high for certain parts, especially the laser.

In terms of use, many sectors use the SLS process because it works with a range of materials and it can handle complex shapes when prototyping. 3D Printing SLS is actively used in various industries such as the aerospace, automotive, consumer products and architecture sectors for making detailed prototypes. In terms of functional parts, the SLS process is used in robotics and for drones. It’s also used in the medical industry to make implants and prosthetics which are tailored to patients.