3D printing technology has progressed over the years; it has evolved with time from creating novelty items to producing rapid prototypes. So what is more conducive and better in terms of investment, convenience & maintenance? Are you having second thoughts on which one to choose? It is important to reckon with the best 3D printing applications to create a stellar design when you intend to develop a product prototype. Withholding its exclusivity, many companies render 3D printing services that ease out the entire intricate and complex procedure of developing 3D objects through successive material layering. A wide range of advantages could be summoned up with these services that cater to different industries like medicine, engineering, aerospace, defense & automobile.
We have jotted down some primary advantages if you opt for 3D printing services rather than buying machines.
Initial Cost Reduction
A commercial 3D Printer and its setup comes along with a capital cost & gives rise to a huge investment on board. Such high investment don’t justify with the few quantity of parts to print every month. ROI period for low volume production is too long for buying a 3D Printer. Thus, a professional service can help in saving those high-end operational costs and investment costs.
Increased Work Efficiency
A machine functions at its best when operated the right way! It is imperative to invest time and effort to train and ensure that a suitable workforce is allotted on inspecting the effectiveness of the machine. 3D printing service providers bring forth the designing capabilities, procure the necessary software packages, and identify the potential vendors offering the best possible solutions.
Experienced AM staff is must
To utilise 3D printing technology to its full extent and efficiently, implementation of AM design rules is necessary. And the critical 3D printing technology like SLM, process demands an experienced team which has AM expertise. The loss resulting from printing failures cannot be avoided without AM process and build design knowledge. The service bureaus which are providing services to multiple companies has the long learning curve which guarantees successful delivery of quality product with met standards.
Low shelf life of expensive raw material
Powder material used for various 3D printing machines have less shelf life. As buying a powder always has a minimum order quantity restricted by a supplier which involves a tremendous expense in raw material. If such expensive and large quantity of material is not consumed in shelf life period, it results in waste of powder as the quality of powder starts degrading and loss is caused.
Better Maintenance and Durability
While using 3D printing machines, the major disadvantage could be its usage and maintenance in the long run. We all know that the investment in machinery gets depreciated as they start getting obsoleted with the advancement in technology. 3D printing service providers & especially Incredible AM Pvt Ltd has signed an expensive AMC with Renishaw that takes care of the maintenance and repair.
Trusted & Certified
Metal 3D Printing is a phenomenon that is widespread amongst various prominent industries and sectors like Defense Engineering, Aerospace, and Medical industries.
Incredible AM Pvt Ltd is a trusted 3D printing service provider with certifications like ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and The AS 9100 D Certification.
Conclusion:
Getting a service than buying a machine is beneficial in numerous ways like
1) Saving of initial investment with long ROI period
2) No risk of huge loss coming from build failures
3) Long learning curve of AM is saved
4) Strong AM research department is needed to work with new alloys
5) Low shelf life of expensive raw materials
Incredible AM Pvt Ltd situated in Pune India is the 3D Printing service bureau providing all solutions of 3D Printing in metal and plastic in all sectors of engineering and medical. With AS9100D, ISO13485 and ISO9001, company has world class infrastrucutre run by AM experts.
