Right at the start, the finish for a model or a prototype will not be the same, as the two objects are made for a different purpose.
A model is the representation of an object; it is designed to be tested and validated for the sake of detecting any faults, but also to be improved. It is not necessarily life-size. Whereas a prototype possesses all the technical qualities and all the operating characteristics of a new product. Its functionality and feasibility are ensured.
The main advantage with this method is its economic gain. This method is far more advantageous than e.g. machining, while giving the illusion of a metallic piece.
This technology is clean since it contains no chromium or VOC, which is an advantage compared with other metallisation processes. We use ecological aqueous solutions, and the product packaging is adapted in such a way as to reduce carbon footprint, and the waste is recycled and upgraded.
It is always good to know that this method can be used for mock-ups, but it is impossible for large scale manufacturing.
Multiple finishings are possible:
Different possible technologies
Stereolithography
Powder sintering
Multi Jet Fusion
Vacuum casting
Wire removal
RIM
A variety of possibilities
A large panel of materials
Diversity of technologies
An enclosure containing varied machines which allows us to print objects of any size
A varied yield:
A painting finish that is glossy, matte, satin, grained, frosted, …
Metallisation using the Jet Metal method
Sanding, finishing, …
Colouring / Impregnation / Heat treatment
Transparent pieces
Bi-material moldings / overmoldings
Inclusion of transfers / Assembly
Painting following a RAL, Pantone or NCS reference or a sample, for a glossy, matte or satin finish
Finish ready to be printed or primed
Black colouring
Impregnation
Creation of hinges
Application of varnish(for transparency)
Graining
Metallisation using the Jet Metal method (golden, silver, chrome, gradient, colourful) and metallisation preparation
Application of inserts, transfer or any other component
Assembly
Heat treatment
