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3DM to Rollout Innovative SLS 3D Printers in Early 2024

As additive manufacturing continues to industrialize, larger-scale production is also increasingly important. However, this can be difficult to achieve. Hence, there is a growing focus on selective laser sintering (SLS). This polymer 3D printing process is well-known for its indu

3DM is rolling out its new 3D printers in early 2024
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As additive manufacturing continues to industrialize, larger-scale production is also increasingly important. However, this can be difficult to achieve. Hence, there is a growing focus on selective laser sintering (SLS). This polymer 3D printing process is well-known for its industrial production capabilities as it allows for the creation of many parts on the same powder bed. But that does not mean it is not without its limitations, notably when it comes to optimal sintering for the powder materials. It is for that reason that startup 3DM has been developing its own innovative technology which they hope will address these problems while keeping the benefits of SLS, including high resolution, fine details and, of course, the possibility for high-volume production. Now the company plans to launch the first batch of its new printers for testing in 2024.

As mentioned, SLS has gained popularity in recent years due to its vast capabilities. In fact, it has become so widespread that the SLS 3D printer market is expected to grow from its worth of about $343.6M in 2020 to $1.438B by 2027 according to a study from Research and Markets. But still, to truly challenge established processes as well as further push the growth of AM in general, innovation is key, such as the new process from 3DM. The rollout of their solution could be integral to the additive manufacturing market and is why it is so important for early users to adopt and test the printers. We took a closer look at what you can expect.

The core of 3DM’s technology is its innovative beam head (seen here in both closed and open forms)

What Can You Expect from 3DM’s New SLS 3D Printer?

As the rollout will not be until early 2024, the printers themselves are not fully confirmed with their final specifications. That said, we already have an idea. Indeed, in our interview with 3DM early in the year we explored the company’s technology more in-depth, which they expect will transform SLS 3D printing. How will this be done? Well, it all starts with the lasers.