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News Release from: Moog FCS | Subject: Vanguard HS
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 19 April 2004
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3D Systems Corp has installed two Vanguard HS SLS systems at the Renault F1 Team Advanced Digital Manufacturing (ADMSM) Centre in Enstone, UK.
3D Systems Corp has installed two Vanguard HS SLS systems at the Renault F1 Team Advanced Digital Manufacturing (ADMSM) Centre in Enstone, UK The addition of the SLS (selective laser sintering) systems enables the team to manufacture directly end-use parts for the R24 racing car
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 15 Jul 2003 at 8.00am (UK)
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The Renault F1 team uses SLS to produce parts for the cooling and electrical systems and also for various body parts of the Renault F1 R24.
The team plans to commence manufacturing a large quantity of parts for the racing car on the new SLS systems in-house, increasing production speeds by at least 30% and realising significant time and cost savings.
The Renault ADM Centre supports all Formula 1 design, wind tunnel, full-scale applications and low-run production parts for the Renault F1 team racing car.
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In addition to the two newly commissioned Vanguard HS SLS systems, the ADM Centre has four SLA 7000 systems, an OptoForm direct composite manufacturing (DCM) system and a ThermoJet printer.
"The addition of the SLS system capacity to the ADM Centre forms part of our long-term vision for rapid direct manufacturing", said John Mardle, Renault F1 Team Operations Director.
"Rapid direct manufacturing plays a significant role in the future production of our racing cars as we strive to reduce lead times further and guarantee the best possible level of production response time.
Through our collaboration with 3D Systems we have benefited from significant advancements in material developments in the field of stereolithography.
Using our new SLS system capabilities, we plan to exploit new technologies and applications even further".
"Understanding the importance of speed to the racing world, 3D Systems and the Renault F1 team partnered to create unique rapid design and manufacturing capabilities, dramatically reducing design cost and time", said Abe Reichental, 3D Systems' Chief Executive Officer.
"Working in a fiercely competitive environment, the Renault F1 Team continually pushes the use of solid imaging technology.
This applies to rigid material testing, direct manufacturing of production parts for wind tunnel testing and the manufacturing of parts used directly on the racing car.
By working closely with partners like the Renault F1 Team, understanding their needs, wants and operating environment, we are able to deliver an expert solution that enables our customers' success, improves their overall performance and enhances their competitive position.
The opportunity to work closely with innovative partners gives us a glimpse into the future manufacturing environment for the entire automotive industry".
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