Specialist Services
We're dedicated to pushing the boundaries of manufacturing excellence, delivering new solutions that can meet your projects unique requirements or improve your current manufacturing methods. We specialise in a range of innovative services tailored to meet the diverse needs of modern industry.
MICRO 3D PRINTING SERVICES
We are proud to offer Micro 3D printing services. This technology combines the advantages of 3D printing with those of micro machining. This allows for complex geometries with high resolution, high dimensional accuracy and low surface roughness.
MATERIALS AVAILABLE
Stainless steel 316L
Stainless steel 17-4PH
Titanium Grade 5 (3.7165)
Titanium Grade 4
Inconel® 718
Tungsten
Copper
And precious metals
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Building platform: 60 x 60 x 40 mm (LxWxH) • Layer thickness: 5 µm • Laser spot size: < 30 µm • Accuracy resolution: 5 µm • Minimum wall thickness: 30 µm • Roughness: Ra: 1 µm Rz: 5 µm • Part density: > 99.5 %
LARGE SCALE PRINTING FOR THE COMPOSITES INDUSTRY
CraftLabs offers cutting-edge large-scale 3D printing services tailored specifically for the Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP) sector, powered by the revolutionary MASSIVIT 10000-G technology. This technology enables unparalleled speed in large-scale 3D printing, coupled with the utilisation of high-performance printing materials, including isotropic thermoset casting materials. Our capabilities extend to the production of bespoke components or tooling, all from a single machine.
We can deliver ground-breaking solutions in additive manufactured components and tooling. Our expertise ensures the swift production of complex, bespoke moulds within days rather than weeks.
Traditionally, the creation of large tools and moulds for fibre-reinforced composite parts has been marred by high costs, slow production rates, wastage and reliance on manual labour.
However with CraftLabs, clients benefit from:
✔ An 80% reduction in mould production time
✔ Streamlined production processes leading to higher yields
✔ Up to 90% reduction in manual labour requirements
✔ Substantial decrease in tooling costs
✔ Simplified supply chains and reduced inventory needs
✔ Minimised waste of costly materials
POLYSPECTRA
RUGGED RESINS FOR INDUSTRIAL ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING
PolySpectra assists inventive engineers in 3D printing end-use components they can rely on, utilising the world's toughest photopolymer resins. Innovative engineers from premier global organisations trust our advanced 3D printing technology to actualise their concepts.
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Anticipate high quality and durability with our top-tier COR Alpha & COR Black photopolymers.
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Trusted by industry leaders in aerospace, automotive, medical and beyond.
COR represents Cyclic Olefin Resin, a novel series of engineering-grade materials for additive manufacturing developed by PolySpectra. All the COR materials showcase:
✔ Impressive Impact Strength
✔ High Working Temperatures
✔ Moisture and Chemical Resistance
✔ Biocompatibility
For technical information, feel free to download the data sheet on COR Alpha.
Our large-scale FDM 3D printing service offers a printing volume of 1100mm x 500mm x 820mm in PLA and ABS.
This technology can be used for display purposes, large scale prototypes as well as tooling and jigs. This can be applied in creating captivating displays that boost brand awareness and sales while reducing waste compared to traditional methods.
Our process is sustainable and surpasses CNC foam cutting. Industries previously hindered by small printers can now benefit from our capabilities. After printing, parts can be finished in the spray shop, we deliver rapid prototypes at a fraction of the time and cost of traditional manufacturing.
For even larger and fast printing requirements, contact us to see what Massivit's 3D printing capabilities can do for you.
LARGE SCALE FDM PRNTING
WAAM
CraftLabs proudly offers Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) as one of our specialised services, revolutionising metal part production with cutting-edge technology. WAAM, a variation of Direct Energy Deposition, harnesses arc welding to 3D print metal components, distinguishing itself from traditional metal powder additive manufacturing methods.
By melting metal wire through an electric arc, WAAM delivers a host of benefits that streamline production processes and enhance efficiency. Clients partnering with CraftLabs for WAAM can expect:
✔ Cost Reductions
✔ Waste Reduction
✔ Simplified Supply Chains
✔ Lead Time Reduction
This technology can accommodate parts up to 2 metres in size in all dimensions, with the ability to scale up for larger projects. Whether replacing or complementing traditional manufacturing methods such as forging, machining, casting or fabrication, WAAM is suitable for metal parts of low to medium complexity.
While WAAM produces near-net-shape parts, minimal machining may be required depending on part geometry. Typically, WAAM preforms require only 2mm to 3mm of machining stock, minimising material waste and machining costs.
It's important to note that WAAM parts exhibit a characteristic "waviness" in their as-deposited condition, attributed to the layer height of over 1mm. However, this appearance is superficial, with the actual depth of valleys usually around 0.5mm. CraftLabs ensures that despite the initial appearance, WAAM parts meet the highest quality standards and can be finished to the desired specifications through additional machining or treatments.
Partner with CraftLabs to harness the power of WAAM technology and unlock new possibilities in metal part manufacturing. Experience cost-effective, sustainable and efficient production processes tailored to your unique requirements.