HP to Showcase Breakthrough Advancements in 3D Printing at Rapid + TCT 2024 

News Highlights

• Enhanced Capabilities for the HP Metal Jet S100 Printing Solution: Introducing increased build height and cost-effective production with new materials— IndoMIM M2 Tool Steel and Osprey® 316L.
• Launch of HP Metal Jet Production Service: New service platform with Adoption Center in the US and a global network of Contract Manufacturers.
• Strategic Software Updates and Partnerships: Further expansion of HP 3D Process Development software capabilities with HP’s Multi-level build feature and collaborations with Autodesk, Altair, CoreTechnologie, and Dyndrite to integrate advanced design and production tools, as well as the launch of the HP 3D Texture Visualizer, developed by Leopoly, a 3D and XR software technology provider.
• Material Expansion and New Print Mode for HP Jet Fusion 5600 Series 3D Printing Solution: Now compatible with HP 3D High Reusability (HR) PA 12 W, HP 3D High Reusability (HR) PA 12 S, enabled by Arkema, and BASF Ultrasint® TPU01. Also introducing the newly available ESD print mode, addressing specific customer needs and expanding production capabilities.
• Significant Reductions in Total Cost of Ownership (TCO): HP's efficient material usage, reduced Enhanced services programs to the current reduced service pricing and add more value to low end and high end customers service pricing, and enhanced process development for the HP Jet Fusion 5600 Series 3D Printing Solution to help drive significant reductions of TCO,  in particular resulting for example in up to 20% TCO reduction for BASF Ultrasint® TPU01 users, further emphasizing cost-efficiency.

 
LOS ANGELES and PALO ALTO, Calif., June 25, 2024 – Today at RAPID+TCT, one of North America’s largest additive manufacturing events, HP Inc. (Booth 2839)  unveiled cutting-edge advancements in their HP Metal Jet and HP Jet Fusion 3D Printing Solutions. These revolutionary developments in the 3D printing industry are offering enhanced capabilities, new materials, and strategic partnerships that streamline and expand the potential of additive manufacturing.
 
"HP is deeply committed to driving the additive manufacturing industry forward with persistent and new enhancements to our existing portfolio," said Savi Baveja, President of HP Personalization & 3D Printing. "Our innovations in both metal and polymer 3D printing technologies are testament to our dedication to advancing the capabilities and applications of 3D printing, empowering our customers to turn their ideas into reality with unprecedented efficiency and quality. "
 
New Innovations and Expanded Partnerships
 
At the forefront of HP's presentation is the HP Metal Jet S100 Printing Solution, now equipped with new capabilities aimed at meeting the evolving needs of the industry without compromising print quality. Enhancements to the HP Metal Jet S100 Printing Solution include an increased build height up to 170 mm, allowing for the production of larger parts and more parts in a single build cycle, enabling manufacturers to explore new dimensions in product design and innovation. Additionally, this solution leverages the economies of scale offered by Metal Injection Molding (MIM) powders, significantly lowering operational and material costs for large-scale production compared to other 3D printing technologies. With new operational efficiency gains in printing process times, the HP Metal Jet S100 Printing Solution continues to advance towards optimal industrial OEE.
 
HP is also introducing new materials through collaborations with Indo-MIM and Sandvik. These materials include IndoMIM M2 Tool Steel, ideal for high-strength mold inserts and cutting tools, and Sandvik's Osprey® 316L, which offers improved corrosion resistance and processability for applications in the medical, automotive, and industrial markets. Both materials have undergone rigorous HP qualification processes, helping to ensure reliable performance and accessibility.
 
In a bid to further democratize 3D metal printing, HP has launched the HP Metal Jet Production Service. This new service is accessible via a dedicated website where customers can submit queries, request sample parts, and access comprehensive production services. The service aims to address and overcome common barriers in 3D metal printing, including cost, time, and effort, making the technology more accessible and practical for a wide range of industries.
 
To support this initiative, HP has established a Metal Jet Adoption Center located in Corvallis, Oregon. This center provides end-to-end application qualifications, from benchmarking and sample part testing to process optimization, helping to ensure that customers can seamlessly transition from prototype to production. HP’s network of Contract Manufactures will play a pivotal role in supporting application development and scaling to serial production.
 
In addition to these advancements in metal 3D printing, HP is strengthening its strategic relationships with leading software companies. A collaboration with Autodesk has resulted in the readiness of the Autodesk® Fusion® bundle with HP printers, enhancing design and production integration. Similarly, a collaboration with Altair will provide customers with proprietary HP material information, facilitating better design and production of additive parts. CoreTechnologie’s collaboration with HP aims to elevate texturing for 3D printed parts, providing users with an extensive digital texture library within the 4D_Additive software, pushing the boundaries of surface design.
 
“We are excited to help our customers better design parts for HP Metal Jet and HP Jet Fusion 3D Printing Solutions by giving them access to HP material information,” said Yeshwant Mummaneni, Chief Engineer of Data Management and Analytics at Altair. “Through this collaboration with HP, we are creating a bridge across the often-siloed functions of design and production of additive parts so that even more exciting applications can be realized.”
 
For HP’s polymers and metals customers, a collaboration with Dyndrite will now support HP’s entire 3D printing ecosystem, giving the option to use Dyndrite build manager software to create and submit print jobs. Additionally, HP’s Multi-level build feature included in the process development will allow printing process parameters to be adjusted on a per level basis for up to 20 levels within a single build.
 
HP is also pleased to introduce the HP 3D Texture Visualizer, developed by Leopoly, a 3D and XR software technology provider. This key component of the HP 3D Digital Texture Library enhances the 3D design process by allowing users to apply and visualize digital 3D textures on their CAD geometry in real time. The tool also supports the import of custom digital textures and provides the flexibility to adjust parameters like scaling, depth, and resolution to achieve the desired look. Customers can try the HP Texture Visualizer developed by Leopoly at https://hp.textureviewer.leopoly.com/.