Rim : an additive manufacturing process

PROCESS FOR MANUFACTURING PROTOTYPES

By creating an epoxy or silicone resin mold (previously from a master model made in Stereolithography) a prototype can then take shape.
The tool imprint is then filled with Polyurethane resin, using a specific machine.
Tool life can range from 30 to 100 pieces; it essentially depends on the geometry of your parts.

USES

• Pre-series
• Large rooms

MATERIALS

• Rigid: close to ABS, PP

LEAD TIME 

2 to 3 weeks for tools with a production of 10 to 30 pieces per week

OUR STRONG POINTS

• Panel of technical resins
• Overmolding or fitting of metal inserts
• The sub-assemblies are always made with your functionality criteria
• Realistic surface finish: shiny, satin, grained, obtained by paint finish
• CEM painting

ADVANTAGES

• High impact and friction resistance
• Good surface appearance
• Good “hanging” of polyurethane paints
• “Good material” prototypes (close to plastic injection)
• Lower investment than compression or injection