Benzinga | May 25, 2021 08:33AM EDT

3D Systems Says Revolutionizes Advanced Production Applications With Introduction Of New Figure 4 Resins

3D Systems (NYSE:DDD) today announced the addition of four new high-performance, production-capable resins to its Figure 4(r) portfolio designed specifically for both batch-run, end-use part manufacturing, and prototyping applications. The company has added Figure 4 High Temp 150C FR Black, Figure 4 Tough 65C Black, Figure 4 Tough 60C White, and Figure 4 Rigid Gray that, unlike typical photopolymer resins, feature long-term mechanical performance and stability in indoor and outdoor environments and are suitable for highly complex applications in industries such as consumer electronics, automotive and motorsports, healthcare, industrial goods, and aerospace and defense. These materials are the latest additions to the company's existing portfolio of Figure 4 high-speed, production-capable 3D printing materials that include rigid, tough, durable, elastomeric, and high heat deflection temperature (HDT). Unlike technologies such as powder binding or fused deposition modeling (FDM), Figure 4 parts feature a similar out-of-printer appearance to injection-molded plastics, with smooth, glossy surfaces and no visible build lines, thus requiring less post-finishing.

Additionally, the company's latest release of its renowned 3D Sprint(r) software enables high-density part stacking and new strut support structures, which facilitates a 40% improvement in productivity. The complete solution -- including the company's Figure 4 materials and technology, software, and applications expertise -- helps 3D Systems' customers deliver batch runs of tens or even hundreds-of-thousands of high-performance, end-use plastic parts.