SmartBuild Brings Stereolithography to an Industrial Scale

While stereolithography is a well-established additive manufacturing technology used by many, it comes with its share of challenges, particularly when it comes to scaling up. Manufacturers are often forced to make a difficult trade-off between speed and quality, while also dealing with complex and time-consuming post-processing steps and issues such as resin deformation. To address these challenges, Raplas Technologies has developed SmartBuild, a software solution designed for industrial stereolithography. The platform offers a range of features that make the process suitable for production needs, turning stereolithography into a truly scalable industrial manufacturing solution.

SmartBuild automates certain critical tasks and decision-making processes, making stereolithography more accessible without compromising on quality. The software includes a wide array of features that ensure full traceability and the level of automation needed to achieve maximum productivity. But what exactly are these features? And how does SmartBuild set itself apart from other solutions on the market?

Example of 3D printed parts of a Raplas machine

SmartBuild Solves Key SLA Challenges

If you work with resin-based additive manufacturing, and stereolithography in particular, you have likely encountered several challenges. One of the most common is the trade-off between printing speed and part quality. Because the machine applies a single layer thickness across the entire build platform, users are often forced to choose between the two. SmartBuild eliminates this limitation through adaptive layering, enabling different layer thicknesses and layer styles within the same print.