Categories
Automotive Manufacturing

Kawasaki Leverages BigRep to Cut Tooling Costs

Kawasaki Deploys Large Format BigRep Printers to Increase In-House Tooling

Discover how Kawasaki used BigRep printers to solve manufacturing issues, reducing their reliance on outsourcing tooling components. Download this white paper to see:

  • How to save as much as 85% compared to outsourcing manufacturing components
  • How to replace end tooling equipment with 3D printed components
  • Leveraging large format printing for custom fixtures

Categories
Automotive Manufacturing

BigRep PRO vs Stratasys Fortus 900

BigRep PRO

BigRep PRO

A large-format, industrial 3D printer with open, engineering-grade material format and powered by a state-of-the-art Bosch Rexroth CNC Control System.

Stratasys Fortus 900

Stratasys Fortus 900

Another large-format, industrial 3D printer with closed material system, which includes high-temp materials, but at a price tag over double that of the BigRep PRO.

The Basics

BigRep PRO
Fortus 900

945 x 970 x 985 mm

Build Volume
Length x Width x Height

914 x 609 x 914 mm

3rd party material compatible; Plus BigRep certified bio-plastics (PRO-HT, HI TEMP), engineering-grade (ASA, PA6/66, PETG), fiber ready (HI TEMP CF) and water soluble supports (BVOH)

Available Materials
*More materials to come.

Propriety Stratasys materials only. ABS, ASA, PEKK, ULTEM, Nylon 12CF, water-soluble supports available and more

Varies based on material
(example ASA $102 / 2.3 kg)

Material Price

Comes with 1 material unlocked. Unlocking additional materials cost extra.
(example ASA $360 / 1.5kg)

0.1 mm – 1.2 mm

Layer Height
Note: Larger layer heights are recommended for extremely large prints.

0.127 mm – 0.508 mm

10/100 base T connection
Ethernet protocol.

Connectivity

10/100 base T connection
Ethernet protocol.

$$

Price

$$$$

Hardware Breakdown

BigRep PRO

The BigRep PRO provides a slightly larger build volume, allowing users almost a full meter cubed build volume for both large parts or batches of smaller parts. Due to its high-quality industrial components, specifically suited for large-format additive manufacturing, the PRO is a dependable system for production, capable of running unattended 24/7.

Fortus 900

A large build area with proprietary materials provides a reliable 3D printing experience. Prospective buyers should consider if high-temperature materials, like PEKK and ULTEM, are a requirement due to the added price of the materials, material licenses, required service contracts, and additional cost of the hardware.

Materials

The BigRep PRO offers a wide range of BigRep certified materials from bio-plastics (like PRO-HT) and engineering-grade materials (like ASA and PA6/66) to fiber ready (like HI-TEMP CF). In addition, the BigRep PRO is able to support 3rd party, 2.85 mm diameter materials.

The Fortus 900 is capable of printing 16 proprietary materials, from common desktop up to high-performance materials. It is important to consult a industrial solutions specialist before considering this option, as material options must be unlocked, for an added cost, and materials run about 3X market prices.

Talk To An Industrial Specialist

Categories
Automotive Manufacturing

Ford Uses Large Format Printing to Reduce Costs and Lead Times

Ford Uses 3D Printing to Cut Costs and Lead Times

Learn how Ford Motor Company adopted the Large Format Bigrep One 3D Printer to reduce lead times, cut costs, and increase productivity during their design and manufacturing cycles. In this case study, you will learn how Ford leveraged 3D printing to:

  • Reduce lead time on traditionally manufactured parts by as much as 94%
  • Implement the use of long-lasting jigs and fixtures
  • Reduce turn around time with cost-effective prototyping
  • Ensure quality assurance for production components