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In the rapidly evolving landscape of automotive engineering, the integration of cutting-edge technologies has become pivotal in reshaping traditional manufacturing processes. Among these transformative innovations, 3D printing has emerged as a driving force, revolutionizing the automotive sector from design and prototyping to production. By harnessing the power of additive manufacturing, automakers are transcending the limitations of conventional techniques, enabling unparalleled design flexibility and customization.
The Complete Guide to 3D Printing in the Automotive Industry
Whether you are an automotive designer, a manufacturing engineer at an assembly plant, or a race engineer at a budding motorsports team, you should check out this guide.
Automotive Components: How 3D Printing Made Low Volume Production More Efficient
Renner Auto designs and manufactures reproductions of classic cars dating from the 1950s to the 1970s. These vehicles are built using modern drivetrains and electronic systems, meaning many original or reproduction parts are not compatible.
Accelerating Racing Car Development with 3D Scanning: APR’s Journey to Optimize Aerodynamics with EinScan HX
We will discuss the reasons why the company chose to invest in a 3D scanner, the advantages it provides, and the impact it has had on the development and efficiency of their racing car projects.
BORN Motor Co.’s exclusive 3D printed motorcycle parts
BORN Motor Co. is switching from components made using traditional processes to end-use 3D printed motorcyle parts, and is saving €2,000 per modified motorcycle in doing so.
In Conversation With Ford and Brose: 3D Printing at Scale With Two Automotive Giants
3D printing can add enormous value also to supply chains, unlocking a broad spectrum of production applications and we’re starting to see 3D printing play a vital role in driving innovation across multiple facets of automobile production. In this webinar, Christian Kleylein, Technologist at Brose, one of the largest family-owned Tier 1 automotive suppliers, and Bruno Alves, Additive Manufacturing Expert at Ford will share how 3D printing is powering innovation across the automotive industry, from design to manufacturing and beyond.
Case Study: Honda Civic Suspension
GREGYX Motorsport is an Automotive Sport Team specializing in building and racing vehicles. In order to replicate the rear suspension of a Honda Civic, Gregyx Motorsport teamed up with Shop3D and made use of the Shining3D Einstar 3D Scanner. Thanks to the accurate and detailed results of the scan, Gregyx was able to successfully replicate the part and went on to place first in their latest event!
“Ford is using 3D printing to reinvent assembly line efficiency. In collaboration with operators, they have saved thousands by 3D printing jigs, tools, and fixtures that optimize production processes.”
- Ford Motor Company
Print a sample part with us, have a site evaluation or discuss your needs with our applications engineer to determine your potential savings with 3D printing.
| Part | External Suppliers | Ultimaker 3D Printers | |||||||
| Iterations/Part | Cost/Part | Time/Part | Iterations/Part | Cost/Part | Time/Part | ||||
| MNNTHBX | Small Bore Motorcycle Parts |
5-10 | $1,500-2,500 | 1 week | 5-10 | $200 | 12 Hours | ||
*Costs include man hours and material. | |||||||||
| Parts Per Year | Annual Cost | Annual Cost | Total Savings | ||||||
| IMI Precision | Spring Key (Tough PLA) |
721 | $3118 | $872 | $2246 | ||||
| IMI Precision | Saddle (Nylon & Breakaway) |
8 | $6296 | $674 | $5622 | ||||
| IMI Precision | End Caps (TPU95A) |
22 | $486 | $99 | $387 | ||||
| Project Duration | Cost/Part | Project Duration | Cost/Part | ||||||
| Volkswagen Autoeropa |
Wheel Protection | 56 Days | €800 | 10 Days | €21 | ||||
| Volkswagen Autoeropa |
Gauges | 8 Days | €180 | 6 Days | €35 | ||||
| Volkswagen Autoeropa |
Badges | 35 Days | €400 | 4 Days | €10 | ||||
MNNTHBXsmall bore motorcycle parts | |
| Extenal Suppliers | |
| Cost/Part | Time/Part |
| $1,500-2,500 *Includes man hours/material | 1 Week |
| Ultimaker 3D Printers | |
| Cost/Part | Time/Part |
| $200 *Includes man hours/material | 12 Hours |
IMI PrecisionSpring Key (Tough PLA) | |
| Extenal Suppliers | |
| PARTS PER YEAR | ANNUAL COST |
| 721 | $3118 |
| Ultimaker 3D Printers | |
| PARTS PER YEAR | TOTAL SAVINGS |
| $872 | $2246 |
IMI PrecisionSaddle (Nylon & Breakaway) | |
| Extenal Suppliers | |
| PARTS PER YEAR | ANNUAL COST |
| 8 | $6296 |
| Ultimaker 3D Printers | |
| PARTS PER YEAR | TOTAL SAVINGS |
| $674 | $5622 |
IMI PrecisionSaddle (Nylon & Breakaway) | |
| Extenal Suppliers | |
| PARTS PER YEAR | ANNUAL COST |
| 22 | $486 |
| Ultimaker 3D Printers | |
| PARTS PER YEAR | TOTAL SAVINGS |
| $99 | $387 |
Volkswagen AutoeropaWheel Protection | |
| Extenal Suppliers | |
| PROJECT DURATION | COST/PART |
| 56 Days | €800 |
| Ultimaker 3D Printers | |
| PROJECT DURATION | COST/PART |
| 10 Days | €21 |
Volkswagen AutoeropaGauges | |
| Extenal Suppliers | |
| PROJECT DURATION | COST/PART |
| 8 Days | €180 |
| Ultimaker 3D Printers | |
| PROJECT DURATION | COST/PART |
| 6 Days | €35 |
Volkswagen AutoeropaBadges | |
| Extenal Suppliers | |
| PROJECT DURATION | COST/PART |
| 35 Days | €400 |
| Ultimaker 3D Printers | |
| PROJECT DURATION | COST/PART |
| 4 Days | €10 |
“With technical resins, such as High Temp Resin and Rigid 10K Resin, we can manufacture tools and prototypes, such as inserts for injection molds or composite thermoforming tools.”
- Nerea Romero, Innovation Manager, IGESTEK
FFF 3D Printer
The UltiMaker S7 is your gateway to the entire UltiMaker platform. Access all the tools you need to start 3D printing – Manage and monitor your prints securely with the UltiMaker Digital Factory and choose from hundreds of materials and plugins using the UltiMaker Marketplace.
FFF 3D Printer
Scale up your 3D printing output with the Method XL. Larger parts, increased output, and competitive pricing. Experience the precision of industrial production alongside the flexibility of a 3D printer.
SLS 3D Printer
Bring production-ready nylon 3D printing onto your benchtop with an affordable, compact selective laser sintering (SLS) platform. The Fuse 1+ 30W delivers industrial power in a small footprint with effective powder containment and easy setup. From print setup to powder recovery, our easy-to-use hardware and software are designed to maximize your efficiency at every step of the process.
FFF 3D Printer
Raise3D’s newly launched Pro3 Series professional dual extruder 3D printers meet the needs of both production and multi-sized rapid prototyping, with high precision and round-the-clock stable operation.
Pressure Former
With The Mayku Multiplier, you can create high-quality molds and parts in just minutes. The industrial power of the machine allows you to scale up your project at record speed—and gives you full control over every aspect of production. Make fully transparent prototypes, detailed final parts and cast complex objects with flexible molds. Create parts with a high level of detail and accuracy similar to injection molding at a fraction of the cost.
FFF 3D Printer
The Epsilon W50 is a powerful professional 3D printer, designed to deliver large-scale parts with industrial-grade materials, thanks to features such as its passive heated chamber and full enclosure. Powered by our Independent Dual Extruder (IDEX) system, the Epsilon W50 delivers exceptionally strong functional parts with quality and precision.
Professional 3D Scanner
Based on years of 3D measurement experience and market demand, SHINING 3D innovatively integrates blue LED light and blue laser into EinScan HX handheld 3D scanner. The hybrid laser and LED light sources make EinScan HX compatible with a wider range of object sizes, meeting multiple needs of users. High efficiency and reliable result give EinScan HX more application possibilities.
Shop3D.ca is you one-stop solution for FFF, SLA, and SLS 3D printing, vacuum forming, laser cutting, 3D scanning and more. We have everything your you need to dive into additive manufacturing.
Our expert staff have countless hours working with the 3D printers and products we carry. Consultations, training and after-purchase support, our team is ready to provide technical advice so you can focus on creating.
We proudly offer a comprehensive selection of industry-leading 3D printing brands. Our highly curated product lines are tested in-house to ensure that Canadians have access to products that are reliable, reputable and backed by our technical team.