ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING
Innovative solutions for a perfect surface finish
3D printing is revolutionizing the manufacturing world, but brings with it key challenges in 3D printing. These include process complexity, process stability, automation and the often unsatisfactory additive surface structure. Post-processing in particular plays a key role in bringing components to the highest level of quality. With OTEC's innovative solutions, all barriers can be overcome efficiently.
Post-processing is a forward-looking step that is indispensable in numerous fields of application:
- Small and large components: From delicate structures to parts weighing up to 200 kg, made from materials such as ceramics, plastics, or metals.
- Complex and bionic structures: Even the most demanding designs can be optimized through post-processing, regardless of the printing technology used.
- Surface finishing: Whether scratch- and dirt-resistant coatings or smooth, matte, or glossy finishes – post-processing significantly enhances functionality and aesthetics.
- Tribological optimizations: Improved friction and wear properties ensure more durable and efficient components.
The advantages of OTEC technology at a glance:
- Precise support structure removal: Efficient processing without quality loss.
- Automated post-processing: Time and cost savings through fully automated processes.
- Cost efficiency: Minimization of costs through economical post-processing methods.
- Fast processing: Efficient reduction of roughness and waviness for quick turnaround times.
- Tailored solutions: Customized processes for functional components and high-tech applications.
- Easy integration: Seamless incorporation into existing process chains to boost productivity.
- Production flexibility: Suitable for both small series and large-scale production.
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Plastic | Smoothing
Functional Components
3D-printed plastic workpieces, such as housing parts or connectors, are already being produced in large quantities. The biggest challenge lies in post-processing, which is often time- and cost-intensive. This is where OTEC Disc Finishing Machines come into play, enabling the quick and efficient smoothing of additive surfaces. Depending on the size and build volume of the workpieces, components can be homogenized as bulk material in a single post-processing step. This minimizes or completely eliminates manual rework, leading to significant cost reductions in series production.
METAL | Smoothing, Polishing
Functional and Precision Components
Additively manufactured metal workpieces are essential for high-tech industries such as aerospace, energy, medical, automotive, and tooling. A key challenge is improving surface quality, as specific roughness requirements and selective surface finishes are often necessary. OTEC's Mass Finishing and Electro Finishing Systems provide efficient solutions for this. Workpiece-specific processes enable precise and repeatable processing, minimizing manual rework. At the same time, OTEC systems ensure low process variance and consistently high quality – ideal for demanding applications.
OTEC Mass Finishing and Electro finishing Machines
For Piece Goods
Stream finishing machines
are suitable for manual workpiece loading in small series or line productions.
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Drag finishing machines
are used for polishing, grinding, and precise edge rounding.
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Electro finishing machines
are designed for smoothing and polishing workpieces made of gold, silver, and industrial materials.
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For Bulk Goods
Disc finishing machines
of the CF series are used whenever perfect and fast surface finishing of bulk parts is required.
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Why choose OTEC for Your Surface Finishing needs?
Whether small or large components – OTEC provides post-processing solutions that always ensure the highest quality. With advanced technologies and customized processes, OTEC exceeds the requirements for optical, tactile, and technical standards, setting new benchmarks for 3D printing applications.
Optimize your 3D printing results with OTEC's innovative post-processing solutions. Discover how our powerful machines and customizable processes can revolutionize your manufacturing workflows. Submit your non-binding inquiry, and we will find the right process for your requirements.
