3D printing helps designers create more complex designs than conventional manufacturing processes and it can produce a prototype within hours compared with the machinery. Given the single-step manufacturing process, the speed and efficiency of the 3D printer, the time and cost of the project gets reduced considerably and potentially ramps up the product launch date.

With the technology, it enables designers to evaluate design verification from the prototype which is essential before embarking on huge manufacturing investment such as mold opening; given the fact, any minor error in the process could result in catastrophic loss. 3D printing has been widely applied in fields like product development, manufacturing aids, architecture, medical, construction, art and jewellery, etc.
According to a research and market’s report, the 3D printing market will be growing up from US$12.6 billion in 2021 to US$34.8 billion in 2026. See below chart.

3D printing brings cost down, it often just requires two or 3 operators to operate the printer and the results are constantly monitored by the camera. Most of the 3D printers have safety features, for instance, Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM) printer might cool the nozzle and the heated table once the print work is done. Some move the nozzle away when the print job is paused or finished in order to prevent heat damage and excess filament from forming. That being said, a good thermal design for 3D printing will be more effective to dissipate heat quickly during the process, bring better productivity, stability, accuracy maintenance, and prolong life expectancy.

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