Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) is an additive manufacturing process that belongs to the Powder Bed Fusion family. In SLS 3D printing, a laser selectively sinters the particles of a polymer powder, fusing them together and building a part, layer by layer.

Developing Automated Control Systems for Machines and Vehicles

Automated control system have always placed a high priority on optical features in 3D printing, such as layer lines, as well as maximizing design freedom, chose a Fuse 1 SLS 3D printer since other 3D printing technologies had initial quality issues. We simply no longer need to use production processes like CNC milling, turning, or machining because we have an SLS 3D printer. We naturally save a lot of time, money, and space by doing this.

3D Printing Customized End-Use Parts in Small to Medium Series

When creating controls for manufacturers of municipal vehicles or agricultural machinery, IBL rarely uses off-the-shelf components. Instead, they concentrate on the unique difficulties and requirements of each customer, then create customized solutions utilizing their in-house SLS 3D printer.

This distinguishes them from the products offered by rivals that employ subtractive techniques or injection molding procedures in their market sector. Due to the high costs and complexity of injection molding as well as the limited numbers of a small series, the company would not be successful.

We produce a lot of items in batches of 100 to 250 parts since manufacturers in this business often produce their cars and equipment in a rather short series .The return on investment for an in-house Fuse 1 SLS printer is favorable because it allows for quick deliveries and full use of the 3D printer. Additionally, the company’s expanded production capabilities now allow it to attract new clients.

SLS 3D-printed components :

                 The case’s component parts were produced using SLS 3D printing, and when they were put together, a leather armrest pad was added. The design team gave the surface of the 3D model a texture in order to produce a design that was not only functional but also aesthetically pleasing.

After that, the SLS 3D-printed components were finished and dye-bath coloured. An assembly of finished objects totally created using SLS 3D printing, with a surface texture that resembles leather to boost aesthetics and complete the overall design, is the end result.

Companies should use both SLS and SLA 3D printing technologies to fully exploit the design and functional freedom that additive manufacturing can provide.

One of the few technologies that enables the 3D printing of translucent and transparent components is the SLA 3D printer, which was used to create the white and orange buttons, for instance.

For instance, software capabilities may be added to this control module so that, in the event of a system issue, flashing warning signals could be released from the keys.

NOTE:

IBL – Image-based lighting 

SLS – Selective laser sintering