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Rapid Prototyping
News Release from: 3D Systems Europe | Subject: V-Flash
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 03 April 2008
Desktop modeller promises new era of
rapid design
The V-Flash desktop modeller transforms designs into solid plastic models that can be used for demonstration, testing and verification the same day.
3D Systems has begun commercial shipments of its new, revolutionary V-Flash desktop modeller to North American customers Priced at US $9900, this eagerly awaited desktop unit builds three-dimensional models within hours in home or office, enabling designers, engineers, hobbyists and students to imagine, design and build their ideas at their desks
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 19 Jan 2007 at 8.00am (UK)
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3D Systems Corp will introduce a revolutionary, fast, simple and compact new office modeller, the V-Flash desktop modeller, this summer.
System allows fast model building
The V-Flash Desktop Modeler enables designers, engineers, hobbyists and students to imagine, design and produce their ideas at their desks.
This affordable, easy-to-use and office-friendly 3D printer is the first product from 3D Systems based on its new film transfer imaging (FTI) technology platform.
Through computer-aided design (CAD), the V-Flash desktop modeller transforms stl (file format) designs into solid plastic models that can be used for demonstration, testing and verification the same day.
Through an intelligent, low-waste materials cartridge that also houses the wear parts of the printer, the V-Flash desktop modeller builds strong, durable prototypes with excellent surface quality and feature detail.
With a build volume up to 8 litres, this 3D printer has the capability to produce multiple models simultaneously without significant impact to the z-height build speed.
The finished model can be sanded, painted, drilled, metal-plated or glued.
"Today, we are ushering a new era of rapid design by delivering our new, economical V-Flash desktop modeller to the marketplace", says Abe Reichental, 3D Systems' president and chief executive officer.
"We believe that its accuracy, affordability and convenience makes this desktop modeller a truly revolutionary solution".
Bundled with Alibre Design Software and other accessories, the V-Flash desktop modeller is available through 3D Systems' North American reseller network.
It is expected to be released in Europe and Asia later in 2008.
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