Hewlett-Packard is committed to sustainable manufacturing by accelerating the transition from ubiquitous to large-scale polymer and metal 3D printing through innovative technologies, new materials, advanced tools, and expanded software capabilities. In addition, HP has established in-depth partnerships with industry leaders such as BMW, Decathlon and Indo-MIM in India to jointly promote the innovative application of 3D printing technology.
HP is committed to pushing the boundaries of 3D printing and helping partners and customers seize new opportunities for sustainable manufacturing by introducing innovative technologies and features. HP is proud to help create a greener, lighter future for every industry. Sustainability has always been at the heart of HP's vision, and we will continue to practice this philosophy by promoting the widespread adoption and development of 3D printing technology. ”
Savi Baveja
President and Chief Strategy & Incubation Officer, Personalization & 3D Printing Group, Hewlett-Packard
HP's commitment to sustainability is built on three pillars: reducing our carbon footprint, enabling recycling, and sharing knowledge to achieve more impactful outcomes.
HP focuses on three core areas: HP 3D printing solutions, performance, and materials, which are key to driving continuous progress in sustainable manufacturing. By providing materials with high reuse rates, HP helps brands reduce net-zero waste and minimize their carbon footprint. At the same time, we offer new tools that calculate carbon footprints to help customers make informed choices that are good for both the planet and people. ”
François Minec, Global Head of Polymer 3D Printing at Hewlett-Packard
HP's long-standing partnership with automotive industry leader BMW Group is a vivid example of this commitment. With HP's 3D printing solutions, the BMW Group expects to drive innovation in sustainable design, materials, production, and application automation. Jens Ertel, Head of the Additive Manufacturing Center at BMW Group, emphasises the common goal: "We conduct a comprehensive assessment of every aspect of the production process and continuously optimize operational steps with the aim of reducing the CO2 footprint. HP has always put environmental responsibility at the forefront of our minds, providing us with easy-to-use materials at no additional cost to reduce CO2 emissions. ”
HP's Multi-Jet Fusion (MJF) technology enables the BMW Group to dramatically accelerate development, significantly reduce lead times, and enable more flexible and cost-effective manufacturing. To reduce costs and meet sustainability goals, the BMW Group turned to HP Jet Fusion 3D Automation Accessory. The solution reduces downtime and labor costs associated with additive manufacturing, opening up new opportunities for mass production. "HP's Automation Access plays a critical role in our workflow, allowing us to double our output on the same print machine, which is especially beneficial for projects with tight deadlines," Jens Ertel emphasizes. With the reduction of 3D printing costs and the emergence of new business models, the popularization of 3D printing technology will accelerate, and the market demand for 3D printed parts will continue to grow. ”
HP is working with materials partners to develop more sustainable, high-reusability materials. In close collaboration with Arkema, HP is developing PA11, a bio-based material made from renewable castor oil, and is further reducing its carbon footprint by adopting biomethane. At the same time, HP has partnered with Evonik to launch 3D PA12 with high reusability, an innovative material produced from renewable energy that can reduce the carbon footprint of traditional PA12 materials by 49% without sacrificing performance, thereby driving sustainability. [1]
HP 3D HR PA 12S material 3D printed housing parts
In May 2024, HP will also launch a new 3D polymer material in collaboration with Arkema: HP 3D HR PA 12S. PA12S material, combined with HP Multi Jet Fusion technology, is further changing the industry by ensuring a better finish while reducing the cost per part. At TCT Asia from May 7 to 9, 2024, HP will also officially release the PA12S material.
In addition, HP customer Decathlon is always looking for new ways to optimize its sustainability practices. Julien Guillen, Head of Additive Manufacturing at Decathlon, said: "Additive manufacturing, especially with multi-jet fusion technology, not only extends the service life of Decathlon sports products, but also enhances their durability and upgradability. These benefits significantly reduce the negative impact of the manufacturing process on the environment. ”
In addition, Hewlett-Packard is introducing a revolutionary Carbon Footprint Calculator tool, an innovative software designed to provide customers with the ability to accurately measure the carbon footprint of specific printed parts. By using this tool, industries can more intelligently analyze the environmental impact of additive manufacturing practices to make more environmentally friendly and sustainable decisions.
HP is also making new advances in new 3D polymer solutions, advanced automation capabilities, integrated software options, and metal 3D printing.
HP continues to drive innovation in its vast family of 3D polymer products, with the HP Jet Fusion 5600 Series and HP Jet Fusion 5000 Solutions in the spotlight. The new 5600 Series stands out for its exceptional repeatability, reliability, and customization capabilities, reducing development and validation costs. Customers such as Prototal and Protolabs have adopted this solution for part production. The HP 5000 solution provides new customers, R&D facilities, and small industrial or pharmaceutical companies with easy access to multi-jet fusion technology, especially for those customers evaluating yields.
HP Jet Fusion 5600 series
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At the same time, through the partnership with Materialise, HP has successfully integrated multi-jet fusion technology and Metal Jet technology into Materialise's CO-AM software platform, thereby driving the advancement of batch 3D printing. This integration provides optimized 3D printing job management, real-time machine monitoring, and efficient data preparation capabilities to help manufacturers create workflows that improve traceability, quality control, and machine utilization.
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In addition, HP has actively partnered with Autodesk to combine Autodesk Fusion with HP multi-jet fusion printers and Metal Jet metal 3D printers to provide users with an integrated design and manufacturing solution.
For companies looking to optimize production, increase efficiency, and minimize downtime, the automation proof-of-concept demonstration in partnership with Siemens is a great example of this. The automation proof-of-concept took place at HP's D-Factory in Barcelona, which is not only the core of HP's deep collaboration with partners and customers in the areas of R&D, application development and production applications, but also a vivid demonstration of HP's innovation.
Not only that, but HP is also announcing new partnerships with industry leaders such as Indo-MIM India, Sandvik Group, and Elnik. At the same time, HP is working closely with its long-term partner GKN to jointly develop more advanced metal materials to ensure that it continues to maintain its leading position in metal 3D printing.
References in the text [1] https://press.hp.com/us/en/press-releases/2023/hp-polymers-and-metals-3d-printing-formnext-2023.html
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