WEBINAR: Patterns on Wheels—3D Printing in the Tire Mold Industry

Tires play a crucial role in automobile performance, and much of that comes down to their treads. These intricate patterns on the tire’s surface influence not only driving comfort but also safety on the road. Yet creating tire molds that can deliver precise, high-quality treads is no simple task. The demand for frequent tread updates and increasingly complex designs, especially for specialty tires like those used in snow or winter conditions, pushes traditional manufacturing methods to their limits. And these designs are not simple to achieve: tire treads have complex shapes with many radians and angles, which can be difficult to fabricate.

That’s where UnionTech steps in. With more than 20 years of expertise in 3D printing equipment, DLP materials, processes, and software, the company has developed end-to-end digital solutions tailored specifically to the tire mold industry. From dedicated 3D printers and materials to complete process packages, post-processing, and cloud-based systems, UnionTech is giving manufacturers the tools to rethink how molds are made.

Want to see how? Watch our webinar, Patterns on Wheels: 3D Printing in the Tire Mold Industry, which was on Thursday, October 23th, 2025, from 3:00–4:00 PM CEST. UnionTech expert Stanley Leung explored how their SLA technology is transforming production: cutting lead times by up to 80%, reducing costs by 30%, and enabling ultra-high precision (groove and roundness deviations within just ±0.05 mm). This results in tread patterns that are not only more efficient but also beyond the reach of traditional methods.