Our 3D Printing Technologies
Discover our selection of high-quality 3D printing technologies, each designed to meet specific manufacturing needs.
BJP
BJP Binder Jet Printing
Binder Jetting Printing (BJP) is an industrial 3D printing process that uses a liquid binding agent to selectively join layers of powdered material—such as metal, sand, or ceramic—into a solid part. Unlike laser-based processes, BJP does not use heat during the printing stage, making it faster and more scalable for producing complex parts and molds. In the BJP process, a thin layer of powder is spread across the build platform. An inkjet print head then selectively deposits a binding agent onto the powder, solidifying only the desired areas of the layer. Once a layer is complete, a new layer of powder is spread, and the process repeats until the part is fully formed. After printing, parts typically require post-processing such as curing, sintering, or infiltration, depending on the material used. Key advantages of BJP include: High-speed printing over large build areas No need for support structures Capability to print in full color (for certain applications) Suitable for metals, ceramics, and sand
DLP
DLP Digital Light Processing
Digital Light Processing (DLP) is a resin-based 3D printing technology that uses a digital light projector to cure photopolymer resin layer by layer. Unlike laser-based systems that trace each cross-section, DLP cures an entire layer all at once using a projected light image, making it significantly faster than some other resin printing methods. The process begins with a vat of liquid photopolymer resin. A build platform lowers into the vat, and a digital projector flashes a 2D image of the layer onto the resin. The exposed resin hardens instantly where the light hits it. The platform then moves up slightly, and the next layer is projected and cured. This cycle repeats until the entire object is complete. Key advantages of DLP include: High speed Excellent resolution and surface finish Ideal for detailed parts High accuracy
FFF
FFF Fused Filament Fabrication
FFF, also known as FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling), is the most widely used 3D printing technology for consumer and professional applications. This additive manufacturing process works by heating thermoplastic filament to its melting point and extruding it layer by layer through a precision nozzle. Key characteristics: Advantages: Limitations: Common applications: FFF printing represents the gateway technology for most 3D printing enthusiasts and continues to evolve with improved materials, multi-extrusion capabilities, and enhanced software workflows.
FGF
FGF Fused Granulate Fabrication
Fused Granulate Fabrication (FGF), also known as pellet extrusion 3D printing, is an industrial additive manufacturing technology that uses plastic granules (or pellets) instead of filament or resin to build parts layer by layer. This method is similar in principle to Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM), but instead of feeding solid filament, it extrudes melted plastic pellets through a screw-based extruder. In the FGF process, thermoplastic granules are fed into a heated screw extruder, where they are melted and deposited through a nozzle onto the build platform. The material solidifies quickly, and the process repeats, building the part layer by layer. Because it uses raw pellets—the same materials used in traditional plastic manufacturing—FGF offers a more cost-effective and scalable solution for large-format printing. Key advantages of FGF include: Use of low-cost, widely available plastic pellets High material throughput—ideal for large-scale parts Wide material compatibility, including fiber-reinforced composites Reduced material cost compared to filament-based printing
MJP
MJP MultiJet Printing
MultiJet Printing (MJP) is a high-resolution 3D printing technology that uses a print head to jet tiny droplets of photopolymer material onto a build platform, layer by layer. After each layer is deposited, it is cured (hardened) using ultraviolet (UV) light. MJP is similar in principle to inkjet printing but adapted for 3D fabrication using functional materials. MJP printers can jet multiple materials simultaneously, including both build and support materials. The support material, typically a wax-like substance, is easily removed after printing—often by melting or dissolving—leaving behind highly detailed, smooth-surfaced parts. Key advantages of MJP include: Exceptional surface finish and fine feature detail High dimensional accuracy Ability to print complex geometries and intricate features Multiple material options
SLA
SLA Stereolithography
Stereolithography (SLA) is one of the earliest and most precise 3D printing technologies. It uses a laser to selectively cure liquid photopolymer resin into solid layers, building highly detailed and accurate parts one layer at a time. In the SLA process, a build platform is submerged slightly below the surface of a vat filled with photosensitive resin. A UV laser then traces the first layer of the object, solidifying the resin wherever the laser makes contact. The platform then moves incrementally, allowing fresh resin to flow over the cured layer, and the next layer is traced and hardened. This process continues layer by layer until the entire object is formed. Key advantages of SLA include: Exceptional detail and accuracy Smooth surface finish Ideal for prototypes, molds, and models Wide range of functional and aesthetic resins
SLM
SLM Selective Laser Melting
Selective Laser Melting (SLM) is an advanced metal 3D printing technology that creates fully dense, high-strength metal parts by using a high-powered laser to completely melt metal powder layer by layer. It is a type of Powder Bed Fusion (PBF) process and is often used for producing complex, high-performance components directly from CAD models. In the SLM process, a thin layer of metal powder—such as aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, or cobalt-chrome—is spread across the build platform inside a sealed chamber filled with inert gas (like argon or nitrogen). A laser then scans the cross-section of the part, melting the powder into a solid mass. After each layer is fused, the build platform lowers, and a new layer of powder is spread. This continues until the entire part is built. Key advantages of SLM include: High-density, fully functional metal parts Excellent mechanical properties Freedom to design complex internal geometries Ideal for aerospace, medical, automotive, and tooling applications
SLS
SLS Selective Laser Sintering
Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) is an advanced additive manufacturing technology that uses a high-powered laser to fuse powdered materials—typically nylon or other thermoplastics—into solid, three-dimensional parts. During the process, a thin layer of powder is spread across the build platform, and the laser selectively sinters (melts and fuses) the powder according to the digital design. Once a layer is complete, a new layer of powder is added, and the process repeats layer by layer until the part is fully formed. SLS does not require support structures, as the surrounding unsintered powder provides natural support during printing. This makes it ideal for complex geometries, interlocking parts, and functional prototypes. Key advantages of SLS include: High strength and durability of printed parts Excellent for intricate designs and moving assemblies No need for support structures Scalable for short-run production