The Story of Innovation

The idea arose from a customer need. During the corona period, suppliers were difficult to reach, which resulted in longer deliveries delivery times and scarcity of materials. What do you do when parts are needed to build a prototype? The answer lay in 3D printing, where a material could be used become something that is just as strong as aluminium. This story unfolds during the construction of a prototype for Hyster, an electric container handler. Various parts were either not available or faced significant delivery times, which led to significant delays during prototype construction.

The solution

Sketch ideas for these parts yourself, design them, 3D modelling, printing the first part, validating, adjusting and reprint. This way we were able to obtain the necessary parts within one week, ready to mount on the prototype
electric container handler, and which met all the required specifications!
The 3D printed components have a material quality that exceeds the strength of conventional materials such as plastics and aluminium equals, but also proves to be cost-effective for small-scale production. This eliminates the need for expensive molds that are often required for the production of plastic parts this new approach not only met the immediate demands of the situation, but also opened the way to a more flexible and efficient production process.

Benefits of Carbon Fiber 3D Prints

The 3D-printed components have a material quality that not only matches the strength of conventional materials like aluminum but also proves to be cost-effective for small-scale production. This eliminates the need for expensive molds often associated with plastic parts. This innovative approach not only met the immediate demands of the situation but also paved the way for a more flexible and efficient production process, demonstrating the transformative potential of 3D printing in overcoming challenges and redefining conventional manufacturing practices.