SLS technology is a leading additive manufacturing method in high quality and performance low-volume production. Several companies from virtually every region of the world have been the leading producers of 3D printers of this type on the market for many years. Here is an overview of the most important of them…
The leading manufacturer of 3D printers specializing in selective laser sintering technology is EOS, a company based in Germany, which for years has been recognized as a pioneer and innovator in the field of additive manufacturing. EOS 3D printers stand out from the competition with high quality, precision and reliability. They are designed for industrial use and are often used in industries such as automotive, aviation, medicine and prototyping. EOS machines are appreciated for their ability to produce parts with high strength, dimensional accuracy and excellent mechanical properties. In Poland, the main user of EOS machines is Technology Applied – the largest service company specializing in the SLS method.
One of the key advantages of EOS 3D printers is their flexibility. They enable the use of a variety of materials, giving users the opportunity to select the most suitable material for a specific application. EOS constantly invests in research and development, which allows for continuous improvement of their technology. Thanks to this, EOS printers are at the forefront of innovation in the field of 3D printing, offering increasingly better solutions for demanding industrial applications.
American 3D Systems is a pioneer in the field of 3D printing, historically being the first company operating on the additive technologies market. The manufacturer’s wide range of machines includes light-curing resins, polyamide powders and metal powders.
Another American company – Nexa3D is a relatively young and that specializes in the production of fast, photopolymer 3D printers. When it comes to the SLS method, Nexa3D uses its own method – Quantum Laser Sintering (QLS). It is an evolution of traditional selective laser sintering (SLS), using high-speed lasers and advanced scanning systems to sinter powder polymer materials, allowing the production of high-density and high-strength parts.
Farsoon Technologies is a Chinese company specializing in the production of industrial 3D printers. It is known for offering high-quality SLS 3D printers that are used in various industries such as automotive, aerospace, medical, and industrial manufacturing. Farsoon places emphasis on innovation, efficiency and availability of its 3D printers, which makes them attractive to both large enterprises and smaller companies and scientific units.
American Formlabs – known mainly for the production of desktop SLA 3D printers, also has small SLS 3D printers in its portfolio. They are budget versions of industrial-class machines and are dedicated to smaller companies or rapid prototyping departments.
The Polish company Sinterit specializes in the production of compact, desktop SLS 3D printers, which are ideal for small and medium-sized enterprises. Their PA12-capable 3D printers offer value for money, enabling smaller companies to benefit from SLS technology.
In summary, the SLS 3D printer market is shaped by those companies that offer diversity in size, capabilities and price, adapting to the different needs of users. Thanks to continuous innovation, the quality and availability of SLS printing with PA12 is constantly increasing, which contributes to its popularity in various industrial sectors. If you want to test the possibilities offered by the SLS method, contact Technology Applied, which has been specializing in this additive technology for almost a decade.
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