Hydraulic Manifold
- The task was to optimize and streamline the production of a steel hydraulic manifold,
- It had several design shortcomings, and due to the limitations of subtractive machining, it was uneconomical to implement these modifications using current technologies,
- After a thorough assessment and agreement with the client, we decided on 3D printing. We proposed additive manufacturing using FDM/FFF technology, which, with the correct material and design, is sufficient in terms of functionality and accuracy.
- After completing the redesign, we were able to immediately start production. The total production time was less than 24 hours. In comparison, conventional machining takes about 10 days (depending on workload and available CNC capacity, but this is a relevant figure given the client's available CNC machines), so this represents a 90% reduction in delivery time.
- Equally interesting is the comparison of the economic aspect of the original and current costs. With steel subtractive machining, the total cost per part was about 5,000 EUR. For production from thermoplastic, about 150 EUR. This achieved a 97% cost saving.
- Similar projects and applications are very common in additive manufacturing, as it is a universal technology with minimal production limitations. It is especially suitable for complex geometries and relatively low production volumes (from 1 piece to hundreds or thousands of units).
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