Sinterit Is Paving the Way for Industry 4.0 With its SLS 3D Printers

In recent years, there has been a substantial change in the way industries and companies operate. This transformation, known as Industry 4.0 or the Fourth Industrial Revolution, consists of the integration, automation and digitalization of all industrial manufacturing and production processes. In it, we find different technological tools, such as simulation, augmented reality, cybersecurity, big data, and of course, additive manufacturing. 3D printing plays a fundamental role in this shift, offering advanced technologies for different industrial applications. One widespread polymer additive manufacturing process is selective laser sintering (SLS). In this market, one of the first companies born with the aim of offering SLS 3D printers is Sinterit. A specialist in powder technology since its inception, Sinterit has long been strengthening its position in the industry through its Lisa, Lisa X and Lisa Pro 3D printers. The question now is, how are these SLS solutions and technological advances changing the additive manufacturing sector? And what is Sinterit’s role in all this digital transformation?

Headquartered in Krakow, Poland, Sinterit has been in business since 2014, when the first wave of companies offering compact, accessible and affordable SLS 3D printers emerged. Since the launch of its first machine, the Lisa, the company has gradually grown in the industry to position itself as one of the leaders in SLS 3D printing. And while additive manufacturing is now close to the prerogatives of Industry 4.0, there are still many improvements to be made. To dig deeper into this topic, we will delve into how an application programming interface (API) tailored to Sinterit SLS printers can optimize production. Furthermore, we will take a closer look at why a company should consider implementing Industry 4.0 in its additive manufacturing projects. Finally, we will learn of the success stories of users who have already used Sinterit machines as a complement in their production to get closer and closer to this digital transformation.

The Lisa X is one of the SLS 3D printers that are ready for Industry 4.0.

Sinterit and Industry 4.0

As we can see, the fourth industrial revolution and additive manufacturing have a close collaborative relationship. This means that, although 3D printing is a key element in this digital transformation, the tools that are part of Industry 4.0 can also be a significant factor in companies’ additive manufacturing projects. So how can both elements be used in a complementary way, and what are the benefits of each? 3D printing makes it possible to create complex final parts with a lower expenditure of materials, with lower costs and in a much shorter time. Industry 4.0, on the other hand, is characterized as a smart, connected manufacturing system that aims to provide information and identify potential mishaps. The reason that should motivate organizations to consider its implementation is the improvement of productivity, optimization of energy resources and workers’ safety, as well as production efficiency.