Genk, Belgium, September 4, 2015 – Using 3D printable photopolymer resins for prototyping has drawbacks in terms of material deterioration and sunlight-induced decay, but Genk-based Tenco DDM has developed new ways of successfully manufacturing real consumer products using EnvisionTEC 3D printers and materials.
Tenco has been working closely with Bolton eye-wear, using photopolymer resins printed produce elegant, custom glass frames that are ready for the consumer market. The resulting frame is very strong, as drop tests indicate that it can sustain at least ten drops on a concrete floor from a height of two meters. The frames are taken out of the printer as ready-made, finished products, featuring industrial-grade hinges, smooth surfaces and vivid coloring.
The 3D printed resins surface finish of the frames is impeccable. Such a high-quality finishing means reduced post-processing time and costs. Tenco offers a very wide range of color palettes that cover every possible need. This essentially makes the resulting products feel like they were created in “industry standard” molds, while offering new possibilities for product personalization and customization.
All this is made possible by intensive use of EnvisionTEC 3D printers. The company utilizes a Perfactory® 4 Mini XL for rapid prototyping, an ULTRA® 3SP® for manufacturing, and an Xtreme 3SP® for the printing of larger parts and components.
Tenco also works in a close collaboration with Bioracer, a highly specialized clothing and equipment designer and manufacturer for professional cyclists. The collaboration resulted in customized photopolymer resin-based shoe soles that are 3D printed after careful consideration and analysis of each cyclist’s leg and knee movement. Tenco not only creates something truly unique and custom-made for each athlete to become faster and reach the top of his/her performance, but also focuses on the financial viability of the product as well.
Find out more about Tenco DDM and the vast possibilities that are opening up every day thanks to 3D printing innovation by visiting the company at the upcoming EuroMold in Dusseldorf, Germany from September 22 to 25.
Contact:
Tel. +32 89 20 82 60
info@tenco-ddm.be
www.tenco-ddm.be