04.11.17
ImageTek Labels, a Vermont-based converter of printed and blank media stock, printer laminators, label printer / applicators, auto-apply, lamination supplies, print ribbon and custom printed labels, has expanded its capabilities to include 3D printing of usable, in-process tooling and composite engineering components.
This cutting edge print technology offers more than just standard 3D prototype solutions – parts are printed with Kevlar, Onyx (carbon reinforced PLA), fiberglass, carbon fiber and nylon, delivering finished products with rugged durability. 3D printing is a natural fit for ImageTek’s existing customer base, allowing engineering professionals, manufacturing facilitators and inventors the opportunity to order usable, low volume parts, manufactured to their exact specifications. 3D printing also offers a zero-waste, eco-friendly means of production that supports Lean Manufacturing initiatives.
According to ImageTek, additional benefits of 3D Printing include:
This cutting edge print technology offers more than just standard 3D prototype solutions – parts are printed with Kevlar, Onyx (carbon reinforced PLA), fiberglass, carbon fiber and nylon, delivering finished products with rugged durability. 3D printing is a natural fit for ImageTek’s existing customer base, allowing engineering professionals, manufacturing facilitators and inventors the opportunity to order usable, low volume parts, manufactured to their exact specifications. 3D printing also offers a zero-waste, eco-friendly means of production that supports Lean Manufacturing initiatives.
According to ImageTek, additional benefits of 3D Printing include:
- Stronger-than-aluminum composite parts and jigs
- Lessens downtime associated with broken equipment and replacement shipments
- Low minimum order quantities and quick delivery
