SNL Creative acquired the state-of-the-art EOS P396 Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) 3D Printing System on February 7, 2023, to significantly enhance its capabilities in producing volume production components and intricate prototypes. This advanced system allows for fully dense builds in X, Y, and Z, high-speed printing, and supports a variety of production-grade materials, including nylon and TPU. The acquisition enables SNL Creative to offer customers faster, more cost-effective production of complex geometries and scalable batch runs. This move underscores SNL Creative's commitment to providing innovative and cutting-edge additive manufacturing technology to its clients.
The EOS P396 SLS Printing System is a significant addition to SNL Creative’s current technology offerings. It will significantly enhance the company’s ability to produce volume production components, highly intricate parts, and prototypes. The system’s advanced features, fully dense build in X, Y, and Z, high-speed printing, and monitoring capabilities provide our customers with the ability to produce parts faster and more cost-effectively while maintaining the highest accuracy and quality.
“We are thrilled to be able to offer this advanced technology to our customers, as it will allow us to scale AM production while delivering qualified results to our clients,” said CEO Lindsey Zindroski. “The acquisition of the EOS P396 SLS Printing System is a testament to our commitment to providing our customers with the most innovative and cutting-edge technology available in the industry.”
Some benefits of using Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) 3D printing technology include the following:
Complex geometries: Having no support structures. The SLS technology allows for the production of complex and intricate parts that may not be achievable using other 3d printing technologies and traditional manufacturing methods.
Scalable Production: taking advantage of the full build envelope gives the ability to scale volumes of part per build operations
Material options: SLS technology supports various materials, including nylon, glass-filled nylon, polystyrene, TPE, and TPU.
Certified Bio-Compatible Parts: SLS-printed parts are known for their strength and durability, making them ideal for end-use hardware and certified for medical applications.
Batch production: SLS technology enables the production of multiple parts in a single build, making it a cost-effective solution for small- to medium-scale production runs.
Post-processing: SLS parts can be further processed and finished, such as sandblasting, painting, or dyeing.
Reduced waste: Unlike traditional manufacturing methods, SLS technology produces minimal waste, reducing material costs and improving the overall sustainability of the manufacturing process.
About SNL Creative
SNL Creative is a leading provider of Additive Manufacturing Services. The company has a proven track record of delivering innovative and practical solutions to its customers. It is committed to staying at the forefront of technology and advancements in its field.
