{"id":3055,"date":"2022-08-02T12:22:29","date_gmt":"2022-08-02T12:22:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aeologic.com\/blog\/?p=3055"},"modified":"2023-08-31T13:21:00","modified_gmt":"2023-08-31T13:21:00","slug":"automation-boosts-additive-manufacturing-production","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.aeologic.com\/blog\/automation-boosts-additive-manufacturing-production\/","title":{"rendered":"Automation Boosts Additive Manufacturing Production"},"content":{"rendered":"

Automation in additive manufacturing production is evolving day by day. Since more companies implement 3D printing\/additive manufacturing technologies as part of their production operations. It is usual for volume bottlenecks to grow. And like any piece of equipment, there are certainties of equipment downtime and failed print jobs. All of which can drive to production deadlines being missed. Plastic injection molding, metal stamping, and metal casting are traditional processes that form the backbone of manufacturing. Conventionally, there\u2019s no better way to mass-produce plastic or metal parts.<\/p>\n

However, additive manufacturing, which allows engineers to combine parts and generate components in complex shapes, is quickly becoming an alternative. The technology is developing from the world of low-volume prototypes to high-volume production-ready parts.<\/p>\n

Until now, one of the only things keeping 3D printing back from broader usage has been a lack of automation. However, recent applications involving automated guided vehicles (AGVs), high-speed printers, collaborative robots, \u00a0and other equipment will allow manufacturers to boost throughput, control quality, speed time, and, reduce the cost to market.<\/p>\n

Also read: How to Utilize AI in Additive Manufacturing<\/a><\/p>\n

Let us consider the benefits of automation in additive manufacturing production.<\/h2>\n

Lesser operating costs<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Depending on the task, robots can complete the work of three to five people. Additionally, about savings on the cost of labor, energy savings can also be important due to lower heating requirements in automated operations. Robots streamline processes and enhance part accuracy. This means decreased material waste for your operation.<\/p>\n

Increased worker safety<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Automated cells eliminate workers from hazardous materials and dangerous tasks. Your employees will thank you for safeguarding and protecting them against the hazards and dangers of a factory environment.<\/p>\n

Decreased factory lead times<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Automation can keep your process in-house, enhance process control, and considerably decrease lead times compared to going overseas or outsourcing.<\/p>\n

Increased ROI<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Automation solutions are based on your unique requirements and goals and pay for themselves quickly. The reasons are lower operating costs, reduced lead times, increased output, and more.<\/p>\n

Boost your business performance with our automation solutions!<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n

Ability to be more competitive<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Automated units enable you to reduce cycle times and cost-per-piece. While enhancing quality. This enables you to better compete on a global scale. In addition, the flexibility of robots allows you to restructure a unit to exceed the potential of your competition.<\/p>\n

Improved production output<\/strong><\/h3>\n

A robot has the potential to work unattended, at a constant speed, 24\/7. That means you\u2019ve got the capability to generate more. New products can be more quickly incorporated into the production process. And new product programming can be operated offline without any disruption to existing processes.<\/p>\n

Consistent and enhanced part production and quality<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Automated units usually perform the manufacturing process with less variability than human workers. Hence the outcome is higher control and reliability of product quality.<\/p>\n

Smaller environmental footprint<\/strong><\/h3>\n

By streamlining processes and equipment, decreasing scrap, and incorporating less space. The automation executes less energy. Minimizing your environmental footprint can save real money.<\/p>\n

Better planning<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Constant production by robots enables a shop to reliably predict timing and costs. Since, that forecasting allows a tighter margin on almost any project.<\/p>\n

Decreased need for outsourcing<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Automation in additive manufacturing production units has large amounts of potential capacity concentrated in one compact system. This permits shops to produce parts in-house that have previously been outsourced.<\/p>\n

Optimal use of floor space<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Robots are manufactured on compact bases to fit in confined spaces. In addition to being mounted on the floor, robots can be mounted on ceilings, walls, rail tracks, and shelves. Also, they can perform functions in limited spaces. Hence saving your valuable floor space.<\/p>\n

Maximize labor<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Over the next 30 years, statistics predict that more than 76 million baby boomers will retire. And only 46 million new workers will be available to replace them. However, during this time, your requirement for labor will continue. Therefore, making automation a real and viable solution.<\/p>\n

Increased output and efficiency<\/strong><\/h3>\n