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The BigRep PRO Makes its North American Premiere at AMUG

Powered by BigRep MXT® and state-of-the-art CNC control systems and drives by Bosch Rexroth, the PRO delivers unprecedented speed, precision and quality for industrial applications and full connectivity to integrate additive manufacturing with Industry 4.0.

Chicago, IL, March 27, 2019 - BigRep, the global leader in large-scale 3D printing, will debut its highly anticipated all new PRO at AMUG (Additive Manufacturing User Group) Conference in Chicago (March 31 – April 4, 2019). For the first time in North America, attendees from various industries can experience the PRO. Equipped with BigRep’s new MXT®, an exclusive Metering Extruder Technology, and a state-of-the-art Bosch Rexroth motion control system, the PRO delivers unprecedented speed, precision, quality and IoT connectivity that fully integrates with Industry 4.0. The PRO can be ordered now.

During AMUG, BigRep will offer two exciting presentations in partnership with industry experts. During the first session “Speed, Precision and Connectivity for Factory 4.0”, BigRep and Bosch Rexroth will team up to share their vision for the factory of the future, the vital role that additive will play and how to fully connect 3D printing into a manufacturing process. The second presentation “How Large-Scale Additive is Transforming Industries” will feature experts from Boyce Technologies and Ford Motor Company, as they share case studies for prototyping, tooling, patterns/molds and end-use parts. The experts will also discuss the added value for manufacturers and how and why leading companies are integrating AM into their production strategies.

“We are proud and excited to have our partner, Bosch Rexroth, and customers, Boyce Technologies and Ford, join us at AMUG to share their expert insights on the value and future of additive manufacturing,” said BigRep CBO, Frank Marangell. “Our latest technology offers customers complete solutions for integrated additive manufacturing systems, enabling companies to reimagine how they produce parts from design to production.”

All throughout AMUG, BigRep will be conducting live demonstrations of the PRO. During the demo, attendees will get to see up close the PRO’s one cubic meter build envelope and large, temperature-controlled spool chamber allowing for continuous printing with high-performance materials. Plus learn more about the software and state-of-the-art technology powering the PRO including the new CNC control systems and drives by Bosch Rexroth and BigRep MXT®.

“Our new groundbreaking MXT® system is something the industry has been waiting for, as it makes the PRO five times faster with greater precision and quality than current extrusion speeds,” said BigRep CEO, Stephan Beyer, PhD. “And AMUG, which encompasses a wealth of additive knowledge and industry leaders, is the perfect place to introduce the PRO to the North American market and demonstrate its full performance capabilities.”

BigRep events at AMUG at a glance:

BigRep presentations

  • Tuesday, April 2 from 1:30 – 2:30 pm (Wilford A/B), “Speed, Precision and Connectivity for Factory 4.0” by Stephan Beyer, PhD, BigRep CEO, and Karl Rapp, Bosch Rexroth.
  • Thursday, April 4 from 3 – 4 pm (Wilford C), “How Large-Scale Additive is Transforming Industries” by Frank Marangell, BigRep CBO, Ajmal Aqtash, Boyce Technologies, and Lars Bognar, Ford Motor Company.

Live BigRep PRO demonstrations in salon C, room 3

  • Monday, April 1 from 3 to 4 pm
  • Wednesday, April 3 from 1:30 to 2:30 pm
  • And upon request

About BigRep:

BigRep develops the world’s largest serial production 3D printers, creating the industry benchmark for large-scale printing with the aim to reshape manufacturing. Its award-winning, German-engineered machines are establishing new standards in speed, reliability and efficiency. BigRep’s printers are the preferred choice of engineers, designers and manufacturers at leading companies in the industrial, automotive and aerospace sectors. Through collaborations with its strategic partners – including Bosch Rexroth, Etihad Airways and Deutsche Bahn – and key investors – including BASF, Koehler, Klöckner and Körber – BigRep continues to develop complete solutions for integrated additive manufacturing systems, as well as a wide range of printing materials on an open-choice source. Founded in 2014, BigRep is headquartered in Berlin with offices in Boston and Singapore. Leading the way in one of the world’s key technologies, our multinational engineering teams are highly trained, interdisciplinary and customer-focused.

For more information on BigRep and its solutions and to arrange an interview with BigRep CEO, Stephan Beyer, PhD, or BigRep CBO, Frank Marangell, and, please contact:

Juergen Scheunemann
PR & Communication
PR & Communications BigRep GmbH
T +49 30 9487 1430
E [email protected]
Abbey Delaney
North American Marketing Manager BigRep
M (989) 860 – 8210
E [email protected]

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Solidworks world 2019 – where possiblilty take form

BigRep joined more than 6,000 makers, doers and innovators and 100 partners in Dallas, Texas at SOLIDWORKS World (SWW) 2019. SWW is a collective experience that inspires and activates your capacity to bring to life ideas that change the world. This year’s theme was “Where Possibility Takes Form” and BigRep showcased some interesting applications of just this.

Possibility taking form with additive

3D printing enables designers to think outside the box and explore possibilities, not just dream them. On display were several examples of prototypes designers created – marine propellers, bike helmets, a headrest from Deutsche Bahn, and the ever popular Formula ONE car display. We also highlighted the end use part that Boyce Technologies is creating for emergency system kiosks in New York. Lastly, we featured the viral sensation – the airless bike tires – but this time, installed them on a bike that you could ride. Press, attendees, and of course our team, each took rides around the booth on it. When we asked what people thought of it, they said, “It’s like riding a bike! But better because your tires will never go flat.”

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“That’s your smallest printer?”

Being one of the only large-scale 3D printing providers at SWW really set BigRep apart from the other partners. The sheer size of the BigRep STUDIO on display attracted people to the booth and when we told attendees that this was the smallest printer in our portfolio at a half meter by half meter by a full meter, we were met with both shocked and intrigued looks. Immediately, we could see them start to envision how large-scale 3D printing could help improve their designs and product development.

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Materials for your application

BigRep also showcased the full product line-up of BigRep certified materials including PLA, TPU, and the newest PA6/66 (available for the all new PRO). BigRep certified materials allow designers to prototype their designs at full scale in a cost effective way. But a great feature of all BigRep printers is that they are open-source materials, allowing customers to have a choice in what material they use.

Where to next?

Join the BigRep team at AMUG in Chicago from March 31st to April 4 and then on to Detroit for RAPID+TCT, May 21 – 23rd. Check out our full schedule of events around the world online here .

BigRep Announces New Spanish Reseller—Multi3Dprint

It’s another reseller and another milestone for BigRep, as we continue to expand in Europe, the Americas, and Asia, bringing large-format industrial 3D printers to new markets. Multi3DPrint—located in Oliva, Valencia—are now an official distributor and technical service center for BigRep, in Spain.

Multi3DPrint have extensive experience in additive manufacturing (AM), with deep experience in the automotive sector, a factor that swayed BigRep to forge the alliance. As BigRep expands its customer base in the automotive sector—Ford, Daimler and Toyota are already using BigRep printers—this new partnership will bolster our presence in the Iberian Peninsula.

“We have 3 significant manufacturers of industrial machines in Spain. The market is really full, but from my point of view and experience, BigRep seems to be the best option for medium and big custumers,” said Daniel Collado Serrano, business development executive, at Multi3DPrint. BigRep’s fast and precise industrial printers will allow Multi3DPrint to sell to manufacturers that want more than just prototyping. Of course, prototyping will be a central application for end-users, but with the potential to print spare parts, jigs and fixtures, and end-use parts, giving manufacturers an opportunity to cut operating costs, and reduce their time-to-market.

At present, Multi3DPrint has customers in sectors ranging from furniture and original equipment manufacturers to metal handing, including Grupo Aguas de Valencia and Ibys Technologies. Furthermore, and integral to Multi3DPrint’s business is the value-added service that they offer: implementing and integrating additive manufacturing in industrial companies—also a cornerstone of BigRep’s innovation lab and consultancy—NOWLAB.

To test the capabilities of 3D printing, Daniel recently printed a replica of an aluminium profile that works as a trim of a machine. “The mold for extruding the aluminium doesn’t exist yet,” Daniel added. This is something that a customer wants to test and design, before production commences. 3D printing opens new design horizons, by drastically reducing the costs to test new designs. Where before, a design would need to be CNC machined or milled, now manufacturers can print on-site, test if the part works, and redesign until the part has been perfected.

“Probably the future will be in the automation of feeders and the post processing of 3D printing via robotics, to improve the production and advance this amazing technology from prototypes to a mass production system,” said Daniel, talking about the future of industrial 3D printing. As BigRep looks to the future and continues to innovate—3D printed adaptive robotic grippers are just the beginning—the full integration of robotics with AM will allow the industry to transcend from small batch production to industrial production lines.

Check out Multi3DPrint at their upcoming open house on the 14th and 15th of February, where they will showcase BigRep's latest machines.

BigRep Announce Axiomatek as First Reseller in Mexico

BigRep is proud to welcome Axiomatek—a leading supplier of industrial machinery in Mexico—to the BigRep family; a company closely aligned with our strategy to bring additive manufacturing (AM) to local markets.

Axiomatek was founded in 2002 and is dedicated to providing machinery, equipment and tools to the plastics injection industry nationwide helping to increase the competitiveness of our customers. Their goal is to commercialize the automation of manufacturing processes using equipment, accessories and programming tools that help customers to be more competitive in the market in which they work.

Why Large-Scale 3D Printing?

Axiomatek saw the potential in adding large-scale 3D printers to their portfolio as it was a perfect fit for their business and their vision: to provide advanced industrial AM print solutions to industrial customers. As printed tools and fixtures become an essential, on-demand alternative in the manufacturing space, the demand for large-scale printers will grow exponentially—once the cost/benefit threshold has been surpassed.

Axiomatek hopes to be at the forefront of the move to AM in Mexico; targeting the, medical, pharmaceutical, appliances, food industries and especially the automotive.  The automotive industry in Mexico is one of the largest in the world—BMW, Chrysler, Ford, Toyota, and Volkswagen among others have operations in the country. Indeed, as the precision and repeatability of industrial 3D printing improve, it is expected that service parts will be supplied by AM printers, particularly in cases where injection molding is not suitable—prohibitively expensive when used for small production runs.

Technical Support as a Value-Added

“Passion for service is our slogan,” said Alejandro Hinojosa, owner at Axiomatek. “Our approach to sales is consultative, we win the customer’s trust by offering advice on how best they can invest in AM technology, based on global standards.”

At Axiomatek’s massive 10,000 square foot showroom in Apodaca, a charming city in Monterrey, they boast an impressive portfolio of equipment and machines, where customers can see their full range of printers in action. “We understand that to sell something that is manufactured in Germany, for example, we need to offer technical support and spare parts, so the customer can rely on our equipment and in our company,” added Hinojosa.

The Future of AM

Speed and connectivity will shape the future of the industry with remotely printed parts for every kind of application; evolving the market from mass production to remote AM sites—saving manufacturing costs, tooling costs, downtime and logistical costs.  Axiomatek and Hinojosa are excited about what is now possible with AM technology, including applications like arm tools for robots and supports for integrations on working cells and sensors.

Visit Axiomatek at ExpoManufactura February 5-7

CAMS Announced as New United States Reseller

BigRep is proud to welcome Columbus Advanced Manufacturing Systems (CAMS) to the BigRep family. Their long-term commitment to geometric technologies aligns with our strategy to bring pioneering technology to global additive manufacturing (AM) markets. With sales operations in Ohio, Indiana, West Virginia, Michigan, Kentucky, and Pennsylvania, BigRep’s presence in the United States is now stronger with this valued reseller.

CAMS decided it was time to include BigRep 3D printers in their AM product suite given the large-scale and affordability of the printers. Ford, Gentex, Precision Aerospace, PCS-Misumi & Procter and Gamble are some of CAMS more notable customers, but they also supply AM solutions to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in different industries.

“We feel that large-scale 3D printing is a natural evolution for 3D technology. With improvements in high-performance materials and printing speeds, creating new industrial end-use parts is now a possibility. The ability to print full-size molds or tools, for example, has an enormous business impact in reducing costs and allowing skilled labor to be re-allocated where it is needed,” said Nate Forshey, Director of Additive Manufacturing Technologies at CAMS.

Technical Support is Essential

“One of the goals, that defines the strategy of CAMS is to do our best for customers by offering comprehensive technical support, training, and consulting services.  We understand that unexpected challenges arise, so we strive to get our customers back on track as quickly as possible,” added Forshey.

As a customer-centric business, CAMS is excited by the new capabilities of BigRep’s high-performance—BASF developed—materials and the next-generation 3D printers. Along with high-end materials and powerful hardware, both the BigRep PRO and EDGE come equipped with new MXT®—Metering Extruder Technology. Designers and manufacturers will now have limitless applications to gain a competitive advantage over traditional manufacturers.

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The Future of AM 

“The sky is the limit,’ remarked Forshey, when looking to the future of the industry. There is the potential for items to transition from traditional manufacturing processes to on-demand 3D printing and for 3D printing to also compliment traditional manufacturing processes. Forshey uses the example of an MDF keyboard tray, which needs to be purchased and stored, then designed, nested, cut/routed, and finished, that is before post-processing and final assembly takes place. Indeed, with every step in the process, there are hundreds of skilled and unskilled labor costs. In contrast to 3D printing, where, for example, a keyboard tray can be custom printed; thus, eliminating inventory costs, and the printed part can go straight to the assembly line. The cost reductions are considerable, and with the new BigRep printers, an optimized manufacturing approach is realistic. A build envelope of over one cubic meter combined with a Bosch CNC motion control system, and print speeds of up to 5x traditional FFF (Fused Filament Fabrication) technology, allow for high-speed and precise large-scale industrial printing.

BigRep’s next-generation of 3D printers will allow customers of CAMS to produce end-use parts at a high level of repeatability—a necessity for industrial producers.

Check out Columbus Advanced Manufacturing Systems at cutmetalfast.com and subscribe to their blog to keep up-to-date with their latest news. Additionally, throughout 2019, they will host quarterly “Printers-n-Pints,” where industry enthusiasts will meet up and discuss AM solutions and specific applications.

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AyS Fabricación 3D Announced as New Spanish Reseller

BigRep is proud to announce that AyS Fabricación 3D—a leading supplier of 3D print solutions in Spain, and a company belonging to Análisis y Simulación (AyS)—will begin selling BigRep industrial 3D printers, nationwide. Together, we will accelerate the implementation of additive manufacturing (AM) in aerospace, automotive, medical and high-tech machine building.

AyS Fabricación 3D, based in Miñano—a charming village in the Basque Country—has 4 regional offices and more than 100 employees, and a long history in manufacturing—founded 21 years ago.

“Our customers are looking for industrial additive manufacturing solutions and as a trusted supplier of product design and manufacturing solutions, we are well positioned to serve high-end customers in Spain,” said Iker Galdos, Additive Manufacturing Manager at AyS Fabricación 3D.

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AyS entered the market in 1997, selling CAD and CAE solutions, but it was in 2008 that AyS Additive Manufacturing was established—in response to the growing need for advanced manufacturing in Spain, where 3D printing plays an integral role in advanced manufacturing. The AM industry is developing rapidly, and with time, AM will become a mainstay for producing end-use parts and new innovative applications.

Manufacturing Competitiveness

It is expected that large-scale 3D printing will give a competitive advantage to industrial manufacturers in Spain—allowing companies to produce spare parts and prototypes at 1:1 scale, in a cost-efficient way. With a customer base of more than 600, of which nearly 100 are in AM— AyS Fabricación 3D are in a strong position to build BigRep’s presence in the Iberian Peninsula.

“Our company grew up with a strong focus on technical training and support - said Iker Galdos - We offer consulting, support, knowledge sharing, along with the modification of geometries and process optimization. Additionally, we provide technical support and help with the installation of new printers.” This commitment to customer support aligns with BigRep’s strategy of not only manufacturing the leading industrial 3D printers in the market but also working with our customers to ensure their experience with large-scale 3D printing is smooth and hassle-free.

Why BigRep?

“BigRep allows customers to print large-scale industrial parts in a cost-efficient and timely manner,” said Galdos, and the future for AM in Spain looks promising—new technology will evolve the market along with printers that can handle more than just prototypes. That being said, the industry has a few obstacles to overcome, before widespread adoption can occur—for example, higher repeatability and throughput. The BigRep PRO and EDGE solve this problem—with new speed and precision—setting a new standard for the industry, a long overdue evolution for AM.

Learn more about AyS Fabricación 3D at www.aysfabricacion3d.com and about Análisis y Simulación at www.aysplm.com and on LinkedIn & Twitter.

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Imocom set to sell BigRep 3D Printers

BigRep is delighted to announce another reseller in Latin America—IMOCOM S.A.S —will begin selling our printers in Colombia, Central America, Ecuador and Venezuela. It’s another milestone for BigRep, as we continue to expand globally and partner with innovators in regional markets, where large-scale 3D printing is about to take off.

Since 1952, IMOCOM has been at the forefront of technology, contributing in a significant way to the development and growth of the manufacturing industry in Latin America. In Colombia alone, their work has impacted at least 10,000 companies—across all sectors—specializing in metal-mechanics and plastic industries. After reaching market leadership in Colombia, the company has built a strong presence in other countries of South and Central America.

In the 1960’s, IMOCOM was the first company in Colombia to import CNC machines; underpinning their commitment to providing the customers with the latest, high-tech machinery on the market. Another milestone was reached in the 70’s when La Sociedad SIG awarded the company with exclusive mining sector representation. As the largest distributor of machine tools, equipment, and accessories for the metalworking industry in Colombia, obtaining their ISO 9001 certification —the international quality management standard—supported their mission to supply machines that exceed regulatory requirements. In addition, IMOCOM was the first company in Colombia to import a 3D printer and continue to supply industry 4.0 ready machines.

It was this commitment to bring the world’s best technology to local Latin American markets that brought BigRep to their attention. The BigRep PRO and the BigRep EDGE are advanced industrial machines that enable large-scale printing with state-of-the-art metering extruder technology (MXT®) and print speeds on the PRO that exceed 600 mm per second. The EDGE—which was teased at Formnext—will redefine additive manufacturing when it is released in Q2 2019—with speeds of up to 1000 mm per second.

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“BigRep is a good solution for our market, our customers can produce tooling and functional parts in a quality that was not possible before. One of the other advantages of BigRep is the open-choice for materials, a fact that reduces costs considerably for end-users,” said Jorge Dueñas Vargas, Application Engineer for 3D printing and Additive Manufacturing at IMOCOM.

In terms of hardware, the PRO and the EDGE are unrivalled with CNC control systems by Bosch Rexroth, which deliver high-performance and high-repeatability. The new BigRep MXT® technology featured on both new printers will push maximum extrusion rates to 5x compared to standard FFF technology. It’s this powerful combination of new tech and advanced hardware that influenced IMOCOM to switch from a leading FFF 3D printing company to BigRep.

There is a lot of talk of additive manufacturing going mainstream and that is exactly what is happening in Colombia, as the industry leaders discover the potential to shorten lead times, reduce material waste, and lower energy usage. Consequently, additive manufacturing is reshaping existing manufacturing methods, enabling on-demand and lean manufacturing. Manufacturers across industries are reaping the benefits of improved productivity, efficiency and component quality by using bespoke jigs and fixtures.

This is an area where Dueñas sees additive manufacturing adding real value. With a 3D printer, parts can be made on-demand for short production runs at speed and with high repeatability. This repeatability is reducing scrap and labor costs for manufacturers globally. For instance, car manufacturers like Ford are producing components with integrated functionality—replacing the need for tools—thus reducing cutting development and production costs. Indeed, Colombia builds its primary metal-mechanic industry around the automotive sector, spawning a group of companies that manufacture parts; both for assemblers and for the replacement market—which has acted as a catalyst for growth in the industry.

IMOCOM who boast conglomerates like Siemens, Mazda, and GM, will now have a large-scale arsenal of advanced 3D printers to entice other major manufacturing companies to leverage the potential of additive manufacturing.

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Formnext 2018 Recap: New Printers, New Technology, New Possibilities

Our team at Formnext 2018

Four days, 550 exhibitors, and 36,000 square meters of additive manufacturing made Frankfurt buzz with excitement. The third edition of Formnext—the world's leading exhibition for additive manufacturing— showcased state-of-the-art printers, groundbreaking new technology, and insight from the world’s leaders in additive manufacturing.

Day one started with pomp and ceremony, as we unveiled our next generation industrial large-scale 3D printers—the BigRep PRO and EDGE, drawing a large crowd to the booth for the ribbon cutting. The PRO is an advanced machine that pushes the boundary of what is possible with industrial 3D printing. The BigRep EDGE, which will be available to order in Q2 2019, is set to redefine additive manufacturing with unrivalled high-performance material capabilities for an ever-wider range of industrial applications. High throughput and repeatability are now possible as a result of BigRep’s, new metering extruder technology—MXT®, plus speeds at up to 5 times faster than any FFF printer currently on the market. Both printers which are equipped with MXT and Bosch-Rexroth motion control system excited visitors about what can now be achieved.

The sheer size of both printers was enough to force passers-by to stop and find out what kind of print volume they can handle. The PRO is a gargantuan printer; it stands almost two and a half meters and it dwarfs any person that stands beside it. Fascinated 3D printing enthusiasts peered through the glass doors to observe the impressive speed of the machine.

Many visitors were drawn to the booth by our Nera e-motorcycle, the world’s first fully 3D printed e-motorcycle. The motorcycle is a brainchild of NOWLAB—BigRep’s innovation and consultancy wing. Designed by Marco Mattia Cristofori and Maximilian Sedlak—under the direction of NOWLAB co-founder and managing director Daniel Büning. The bike is a triumph of design and innovation; taking just 12 weeks to go from whitepaper to functional e-motorcycle. Guests waited their turn to sit on the bike and take a customary selfie. And I’m pretty sure it was spotted driving around the booth.

“The NERA combines several innovations developed by NOWLAB, such as the airless tire, functional integration and embedded sensor technology,” explained Büning. “This bike and our other prototypes push the limits of engineering creativity and will reshape AM technology as we know it.”

BigRep also presented the current range of materials, including the brand-new Pro FLEX filament and the new materials available on the BigRep PRO like PA 666 and Nylon. “There was a lot of excitement about the TPU, specifically seeing the wheels turning in people’s heads about what they could do with seals, gaskets and the like,” said CEO Stephan Beyer, PhD. “People were telling us they aren’t necessarily thinking about what they’re going to use it for tomorrow – they’re thinking about the future, they’ve all got their five-year plans.”

BigRep CEO Stephan Beyer was in exuberant form, delighted to answer questions about the new printers and the full range of printed parts that were proudly displayed at the booth. Beyer also talked about BigRep’s work with Etihad Airways Engineering, who together with BigRep are defining a roadmap for additive manufacturing solutions for the aerospace industry. Beyer explained how BigRep’s industrial machines meet the needs of production tooling, end use parts and the rapid manufacturing of jigs and fixtures—a market value added in the manufacturing space.

Beyer added, “There continues to be a lot of interest among industrial users in the aerospace and automotive sector, but we spoke to many different industry representatives that are excited about where BigRep can add value in the future.”

After a wonderful week at Formnext and the start of an exciting time for BigRep, we would like to extend a special thanks to everyone who made this event a memorable one, especially our hardworking team. The event was a great chance for us to chat with partners, customers and industry enthusiasts about our next generation of 3D printers and what innovative new applications that can be applied to. The fun doesn’t stop now though, as we gear up for the next events, which are just around the corner! The show must go on.

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BigRep Unveils Two New Industrial 3D Printers With MXT- Metering Extruder Technology

BigRep next generation

Powered by BigRep MXT® and state-of-the-art CNC control systems and drives by Bosch Rexroth, the PRO and EDGE deliver unprecedented speed, precision and quality for industrial applications and full connectivity to integrate additive manufacturing with Industry 4.0

BigRep, the global leader in large-scale 3D printing, today at formnext, the world's leading exhibition for additive manufacturing, unveiled a significant breakthrough in Thermoplastic Extrusion (Fused Filament Fabrication – FFF). BigRep’s new proprietary MXT® will power its two new 3D printers and set a new standard for and redefine additive manufacturing.

The BigRep PRO and BigRep EDGE are the German-engineered company’s next-generation 3D printers, promising to provide engineers and designers with the ability to create functional prototypes, as well as composite tooling, end-use parts and small-number serial production. Capable of printing with high-performance materials, the PRO and EDGE will firmly establish 3D printing as an innovative, added value production technology in industries such as automotive, aerospace, consumer goods, manufacturing and more.

Unveiled on Tuesday, the new printers are embedded with BigRep MXT®, an exclusive Metering Extruder Technology, and equipped with a state-of-the-art Bosch Rexroth motion control system – delivering unprecedented speed, precision and quality and IoT connectivity that fully integrates with Industry 4.0.

BigRep PRO is available to order immediately. BigRep EDGE is scheduled for release in Q2 2019.

“This new technology delivers the type of innovation that the industry has been awaiting, as our groundbreaking MXT® system makes our new printers five times faster – with greater precision and quality – than current extrusion speeds,” said BigRep CEO, Stephan Beyer, PhD. “This is one giant leap for additive manufacturing, allowing BigRep customers to make full use of today’s most advanced large-scale 3D printing technology.”

BigRep PRO is specifically designed for 3D printing of large-scale industrial parts and features a build envelope of one cubic meter and a large, temperature-controlled spool chamber allowing for continuous printing with high-performance materials, like ASA/ABS, nylon and more. The insulated, enclosed metal frame ensures an optimal even temperature control, while glass doors offer a view of the print. The heated print bed is mounted with polyimide foil for enhanced adhesion during the printing process, and an integrated inductive sensor allows for semi-automatic leveling.

BigRep EDGE, with a build chamber measuring 1500 x 800 x 600 mm, is specifically designed for high-end, high performance materials in large-scale format, allowing for end-use parts, functional prototypes and composite tooling. Its heated build chamber provides a controlled, high-temperature environment of up to 200° C in the chamber and 220° C in the print bed. The EDGE also features a premium user experience with automatic, upward-moving doors and an easy-to-use graphical interface on a large screen that enables full control over all print settings.

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The new technology powering these 3D printers is significant because extrusion technology has largely been unchanged for a quarter-century. The first major advancement is a result of the development partnership announced earlier this year between BigRep and Bosch Rexroth, one of the world’s leading suppliers of drive and control technologies. Through this partnership, the PRO and the EDGE will be the first 3D printers by BigRep incorporating a state-of-art CNC control systems and drives by Bosch Rexroth, making 3D printing a truly IoT-ready machine with full connectivity and data.

Thomas Fechner, General Manager of the Business Unit New Business at Bosch Rexroth, commented: “Thanks to professional control systems technology, 3D printing is establishing itself as an industrial manufacturing application. In terms of hardware, the CNC control system by Bosch Rexroth is delivering the necessary performance, precision and durability. In our development partnership with BigRep, we are advancing the potential of 3D printing for its use in the environment of the Factory of the Future.”

The second major advancement is BigRep MXT®. Unlike its predecessor, BigRep MXT® establishes a clear separation between filament feeding and melting and molten extrusion, which allows for full control over the amount and speed of material extruded at any given time. This new technology is also designed to make full advantage of the innovative printing materials BigRep, in its partnership with BASF, continues to develop.

PRO and EDGE are equipped with two MXT® modular extrusion heads, which manage and synchronize the extrusion and printing operations. This translates into:

  • Printing speeds of >600 millimeters per second (mm/s), when the PRO is used with its finest 0.6 mm nozzle, making it five times faster than any FFF printer on the market. The EDGE surpasses that with speeds of up to 1,000 mm/s with the finest 0.6 mm nozzle in place.
  • Demonstrated filament throughput rate of 5x at the maximum extrusion rate and 3x at the average extrusion rate, compared to FFF technology, delivering material deposition control that allows for unmatched quality, repeatability and precision.

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Bosch Rexroth and BigRep Announce Development Partnership to Introduce New Dimension of Industrial Additive Manufacturing.

Bosch Rexroth and BigRep Announce Development Partnership to Introduce New Dimension of Industrial Additive Manufacturing.

Technological advances and integration will establish 3D printing as an industry 4.0 application.

BigRep, the global leader in large-scale 3D printers, and Bosch Rexroth, one of the world’s leading suppliers of drive and control technologies, today announced a development partnership: For the first time, 3D printers by BigRep will be equipped with state-of-art CNC control systems and drives by Bosch Rexroth, firmly establishing Additive Manufacturing as a key industry 4.0 application in industrial production technology while also making 3D printing a truly IoT-ready “made in Germany” machine with full connectivity and data.

“Across industries, customers are looking for reliable, controllable and efficient 3D printers in order to manufacture top quality parts”, says BigRep CEO Dr. Stephan Beyer. “As BigRep is the first to integrate CNC-grade control systems in 3D printers, we will re-define Additive Manufacturing. The Rexroth controls are also an excellent platform for providing our 3D printers with full connectivity for existing production and automation systems. This will establish 3D printing as a key industry 4.0 application.

” Thomas Fechner, Director of the Business Unit New Business at Bosch Rexroth, says: “This partnership demonstrates that Bosch Rexroth is constantly developing sustainable technologies and new factory automation solutions for the Factory of the Future.“

Additive Manufacturing is establishing itself as a manufacturing technology for the Factory of the Future and has already had a significant impact on prototyping and small serial production. Bosch Rexroth, too, is committed to this innovative technology. On the one hand, the specialist for drive and control technologies is using the process to enable the fast and cost-efficient creation of models, patterns, prototypes, tools and end products. One the other hand, the company offers 3D printing components and solutions.

By combining the experts in drive and control technologies with the experts in large-scale 3D printing, the additive industry will see faster and more cost-efficient creation of models, patterns, prototypes, tools and end-use products. BigRep and Bosch Rexroth are committed to reshaping manufacturing.

About Bosch Rexroth
As one of the world’s leading suppliers of drive and control technologies, Bosch Rexroth ensures efficient, powerful and safe movement in machines and systems of any size. The company bundles global application experience in the market segments of Mobile Applications, Machinery Applications and Engineering, and Factory Automation. With its intelligent components, customized system solutions and services, Bosch Rexroth is creating the necessary environment for fully connected applications. Bosch Rexroth offers its customers hydraulics, electric drive and control technology, gear technology and linear motion and assembly technology, including software and interfaces to the Internet of Things. With locations in over 80 countries, more than 30,500 associates generated sales revenue of 5.5 billion euros in 2017.

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