KIMYA launches a very popular filament, ABS-R, that’s made with post-consumer recycled materials
ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) has a long history in the 3D printing world as it was one of the first plastics to be used. Today, ABS is still a very popular material thanks to its excellent mechanical properties such as its toughness and impact resistance as well as its low cost point. These properties allow you to print durable parts that hold up to extra usage, high temperature and wear. KIMYA, an ARMOR GROUP company, has created a new recycled 3D filament; an ABS material named ABS-R because it’s made from 100% post-consumer recycled material. This new development is part of KIMYA’s ongoing commitment to a more sustainable and circular production. They have dedicated their “remake” range to this mission because each filament within this range is made from recycled materials. The Kimya recycled ABS-R is the first filament from the “Remake” range produced from 100% post-consumer recycled material. In other words: the Kimya recycled ABS is made entirely from plastics obtained from recycled household waste and electronic products (e.g.Phone casings). Benoît Stoeux, KIMYA's Managing Director says, “Eager to always go further in our circular economy approach, we took an interest in post-consumer plastics which are highly more complex [...]
Metrology Minute – Importing PMI and Step 242
In past Metrology Minute articles, we discussed the ability to import PMI data into Control X using the File, Import PMI option. As a reminder, PMI (Product Manufacturing Information) allows dissimilar systems to share manufacturing information specifically related to dimensioning and tolerances. So, for example, a Solidworks user can add PMI to their Solidworks model (see example below) using the MBD tab and then that PMI information, including but not limited to; Datums, dimensions with tolerances, GD&T, notes, labels, etc. may be transferred with the model into programs like Control X, to be used for inspection calculations. But what if a Solidworks user wants to provide a PMI model to a supplier but doesn’t necessarily want to provide their native SW model? Historically there have been two Step formats; Step 203 and Step 214. A few years ago, a new Step format was introduced called Step 242 which is basically a Step file that also includes PMI information. This means that along with the Import PMI capabilities in Control X whereby the CAD model and associated PMI values are all imported, Control X now also provides a Step 242 Import capability. Most CAD systems that can create PMI information to be added to [...]
KIMYA Post-consumer Recycled 3D Printing Filament
KIMYA, an ARMOR GROUP company, is continuing the development of its “Remake” range of recycled 3D filaments in 2023 with a new Kimya ABS-R recycled material made from 100% post-consumer recycled material from selective collection. This new development is part of KIMYA’s ongoing commitment to a more sustainable and circular production. KIMYA ABS-R, a post-consumer recycled filament KIMYA, is continuing the development of its “Remake” range with a new 3D filament: the recycled ABS-R filament, made from 100% post-consumer recycled material from selective collection. A first for KIMYA, which initially focused on post-industrial plastics. Properties of the Kimya recycled ABS-R KIMYA recycled ABS-R (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene) is a thermoplastic polymer offering high impact resistance and is relatively rigid and lightweight. Operational on all 3D printers on the market and perfectly adapted for outer casing applications, ABS is popular among professionals in sectors such as domestic appliances, telephony, IT equipment, and toys. Benoît Stoeux, Managing Director of KIMYA: “With this filament; we are offering our ABS material users a new; greener alternative to satisfy their standard printing needs. For applications requiring high-impact resistance and a food contact certification, we are offering the Kimya ABS -S”. Post-consumer vs. Post-industrial Itself an industrial company, [...]
Day 4: Nexa3D | Unlocking the Power of Carbon Fiber 3D Printing
Day 4: Nexa3D | Unlocking the Power of Carbon Fiber 3D Printing Replayed from a live webinar held on November 14, 2023 Watch the replay of Cimquest's exclusive webinar series where four industry giants, Formlabs, UltiMaker, Nexa3D and 3DGence, come together to explore the world of carbon fiber 3D printing with their respective technologies. This webinar series is your gateway to understanding the immense potential and possibilities of carbon-fiber-infused materials with different machines and applications.The last webinar in the series will help you learn about Nexa3D's industrial printers and their capabilities with carbon fiber. Founded in 2014, Nexa3D is a team of passionate additive manufacturing practitioners that are committed to digitizing the world’s supply chain sustainably.
Day 3: UltiMaker | Unlocking the Power of Carbon Fiber 3D Printing
Day 3: UltiMaker | Unlocking the Power of Carbon Fiber 3D Printing Replayed from a live webinar held on November 7, 2023 Watch the replay of Cimquest's exclusive webinar series where four industry giants, Formlabs, UltiMaker, Nexa3D and 3DGence, come together to explore the world of carbon fiber 3D printing with their respective technologies. This webinar series is your gateway to understanding the immense potential and possibilities of carbon-fiber-infused materials with different machines and applications. Discover how UltiMaker is making carbon fiber 3D printing accessible to all. Ultimaker is a Dutch 3D printing company that specializes in the development and production of 3D printers, software, and materials for professional and industrial use. The company was founded in 2011 and has since become a prominent player in the 3D printing industry. UltiMaker offers the widest choice of materials on the market including PET CF, a carbon fiber filament that is used to create high-performance applications, from functional prototypes to manufacturing aids and replacement parts.
Day 2: 3DGence | Unlocking the Power of Carbon Fiber 3D Printing
Day 2: 3DGence | Unlocking the Power of Carbon Fiber 3D Printing Replayed from a live webinar held on November 2, 2023 Watch the replay of Cimquest's exclusive webinar series where four industry giants, Formlabs, UltiMaker, Nexa3D and 3DGence, come together to explore the world of carbon fiber 3D printing with their respective technologies. This webinar series is your gateway to understanding the immense potential and possibilities of carbon-fiber-infused materials with different machines and applications. Explore the high-performance capabilities of 3DGence's industrial-grade printers that print Carbon Fiber. Since 2014, 3DGence has been committed to develop the most versatile, flexible, and cost-effective industrial 3D printing solutions that enable rapid production for our customers. One of those solutions is PC-CF, a polycarbonate material that is reinforced with the carbon fiber, that features a very high strength to weight ratio that allows manufacturers to print parts like never before.