Caracol unveils robot-based platform for large 3D printed parts

Large-format 3D printing Caracol unveils robot-based platform for large 3D printed parts

2024-09-02 Source: Caracol | Translated by AI 1 min Reading Time

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Caracol presents its robot-based "Large Format Additive Manufacturing" (LFAM) platform for the first time at a major trade show—the IMTS in Chicago.

The 3D printing specialist Caracol takes the opportunity to showcase its platform for additive manufacturing of large components, based on Kuka robots, at the IMTS in Chicago. Here's an overview of the system ...(Image: Caracol) — The 3D printing specialist Caracol takes the opportunity to showcase its platform for additive manufacturing of large components, based on Kuka robots, at the IMTS in Chicago. Here's an overview of the system ...
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Caracol will demonstrate how manufacturers can produce large-format, industrial 3D-printed parts more efficiently, flexibly, and sustainably, which is facilitated by the LFAM platform. Via live 3D printing at their booth with partner Kuka in the West Hall, visitors can gain an in-depth look at the capabilities of LFAM through Caracol's integrated Heron AM (AM = Additive Manufacturing) platform. This modular hardware-software robotic system operates with six axes, enabling the production of thermoplastic composite parts with very complex geometries and without limitations on scale or shape, as emphasized.

Fruitful partnership with Kuka reaches its first climax

The partnership between Caracol and Kuka marks the culmination of years of close collaboration. During this period, Caracol has developed and industrialized its robot-based AM platform for additive manufacturing of large components, utilizing Kuka's six-axis robotic arms for kinematics, as explained. Kuka's decision to feature Caracol as a reference for LFAM applications at their trade show booth underscores the close collaboration and Caracol's leading role in the field of robot-assisted 3D printing.

In addition, Caracol will present various customer projects and applications at its booth in the North Hall to demonstrate the disruptive potential of the LFAM platform plus robotics for industrial scenarios in 3D printing.

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