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ELEPHANT is a extras-large powder-based binder-jetting solution with multiple materials options and a build up to 1000 x 2000 x 1000mm
ELEPHANT is a fully open binder-jetting 3D printer that has both customizable hardware, an open material platform and accessible software. ELEPHANTS was designed to help material researchers, engineers and scientists explore the full potential of additive manufacturing. This modular, accessible platform can use any available CONCR3DE powder or binder – but invites you to create new standards and novel applications with your own materials. Every single setting, from speed to saturation and from the binder droplet size and shape to UV or Infrared curing options – ELEPHANT gives you full control over the 3D printing process and results.
The promises of additive manufacturing are limitless. Printing entire assemblies and organic shapes without design constraints. No tooling requirements nor lead times. Fast, local production options. Our CONCR3DE proprietary binder jetting technology now offers you the tools to harness its full potential, with a cost-efficient platform that goes above and beyond traditional production methods. And with a powder based system there are no support structures to deal with.
Binder jetting 3D printing is based on two key elements: a powder and a binder. The powder can be a mineral, metal, ceramic, or other material you want to bond in powder form. The binder is a liquid, which acts as an adhesive between powder layers. Powder is spread across the build platform using a roller. Next, the print head accurately deposits the binder liquid to bind the powder. After each layer, the printed object is lowered on its build platform by the layer thickness. A new layer of powder is deposited, and the process repeats. Unbound powder remains in position surrounding the printed object.
The modular CONCR3DE printer range combines performance and versatility with exceptional scalability. Our hardware includes options for any application, from tiny prints for research purposes to printing entire product ranges or single parts that can measure up to 6 metres. It allows the use of multiple printheads and add-ons to print any powder-based material and binder type.
Armadillo White includes an integrated control station with our custom and fully open NOAH software pre-installed on optimized hardware. NOAH offers full access to all parameters of the printing process and controls the add-ons. Any print starts with a 3D model of the object or product, which can be included in a print job. Our NOAH software was specifically designed to optimize the use of CONCR3DE 3D printers and your experience. Through its intuitive interface, the software gives you full control over variables like layer height and print speed. Printed objects are self-supported and don’t require additional structures.
The materials readily available for use on the CONCR3DE platform are numerous, and include stone, metal, ceramic, (bio)polymer options and more. Our accessible technology enables researchers to test and develop novel print material options. This results in the certified material options being rapidly expanded – for example with a range of high-tech applications as well as sustainable options, such as upcycling from waste streams, like marble sawdust.
The highly versatile CONCR3DE binder jetting technology offers unprecedented material opportunities, for example in terms of upcycling waste streams to create new products. The below compounds have all been tested by our team and verified for use in our printers.
Our team has extensive experience in binder technology, which has resulted in a wide range of pre-engineered binder options, including include aqueous, solvent, UV binders and bio-based sustainable binders. Depending on the base powder material, our engineers are able to select or create the binder that fits your requirements.
One of the specific CONCR3DE added values is found in our binder expertise. Our binders for stone and mineral materials do not include any plastics, glues nor resins. Other readily available options include aqueous, solvent and UV binders. Our team is happy to advise you on the optimal binder for your desired print material or application – and can even support you in creating new standards.
After printing is complete, the excess powder surrounding the object needs to be removed. Unused powder can be recycled for the next print job. Depending on the material used or application, additional steps -like coating for outdoor application or sintering for metals and ceramics- can be necessary. CONCR3DE offers add-ons to automate and accelerate all post processing steps.