The 3D printing primer by Lisa Harouni captured on video for a TED talk provides a good background on additive manufacturing technology and some of its uses. I’ve had the pleasure of meeting Lisa and in this video Lisa does a great job of explaining and visually demonstrating how 3D printing creates items "layer upon layer in an additive process", building them up by "melting and depositing or depositing and melting", fusing "the new layers of materials to the old layers" to build physical products.
In the context of this talk, Harouni shows an example of an EOS laser sintering machine, and offers some spectacular and intricate items that are produced with additive technologies. She comments correctly that some of these products are so intricate and detailed that they can only be produced with additive manufacturing; as she says, they "are impossible to build in any other way".
Harouni says that 3D printing is a disruptive manufacturing process that is at a tipping point, poised to cause a revolution in manufacturing.
At Paramount, we think that the tipping point on 3D printing has already been reached in some respects to revolutionize manufacturing. While this talk focuses on future applications for creating custom consumer products, we focus on creating completely customized, intricate, detailed, ready-to-use components that are being used in applications for many industries. This vision is already a reality every day at Paramount and for Paramount’s customers.
The additive manufacturing community of professional users and the growing number of consumer users together are tipping the manufacturing paradigm.
Check out the 3D Printing Primer talk by Lisa Harouni:
Saturday, January 28, 2012
Saturday, October 22, 2011
What's your view of DPM? What are the barriers we face to manufacturing scale-up?
Last week I attended SAMPE Tech 2011 Fort Worth. Jennifer Fielding, AFRL chaired a panel
discussion on Direct Part Manufacturing (DPM), aka DDM. The panel included, Northrop Grumman, Boeing, EOS, Stratasys, Paramount Industries and Mount Laser Photonics Center. This group of panel SMEs and the audience represented many of thought leaders and innovators of our industry (customers, AM technology makers and practitioners) of DPM. The panel was challenged with three questions: 1) what are the greatest technical challenges to be overcome with DPM, 2) what are some barriers to implementation (policy, cost and/or technical) of DPM processes, and 3) how could they best be addressed? There was an undisputed consensus from the panel and the audience? In no particular order: scalability of materials and machines, industrialization of a DPM industry, material supply chain maturity, M&P design allowables, AM design and modeling tools, industry acceptance, and a robust education system. What are your thoughts?
discussion on Direct Part Manufacturing (DPM), aka DDM. The panel included, Northrop Grumman, Boeing, EOS, Stratasys, Paramount Industries and Mount Laser Photonics Center. This group of panel SMEs and the audience represented many of thought leaders and innovators of our industry (customers, AM technology makers and practitioners) of DPM. The panel was challenged with three questions: 1) what are the greatest technical challenges to be overcome with DPM, 2) what are some barriers to implementation (policy, cost and/or technical) of DPM processes, and 3) how could they best be addressed? There was an undisputed consensus from the panel and the audience? In no particular order: scalability of materials and machines, industrialization of a DPM industry, material supply chain maturity, M&P design allowables, AM design and modeling tools, industry acceptance, and a robust education system. What are your thoughts?
Saturday, September 3, 2011
Paramount Uses EOS Laser Sintering for UAVs
Additive Manufacturing and laser sintering are perfect fits for UAVs. According to the article:
EOS points out most UAVs are built in low-production runs, with frequent redesigns of parts for changing missions and payloads. With no tooling and little machining or fixturing, additive manufacturing systems such as EOS' are ideal for this era of "mass customization." According to the company, laser-sintering is used to create complex geometries that integrate multiple parts for weight savings and parts that also fit into irregular spaces left in existing assemblies. Parts laser-sintered for UAVs include fuel tanks, engine shrouds, control vanes, filter boxes, and air ducts.
Contact Paramount for more information or to request a quote for laser-sintered UAV components.
Saturday, August 27, 2011
Paramount Industries 3D Prints Replica of USS United States
Paramount CEO Jim Williams to present 3D model of historic Navy frigate at Philadelphia Navy Yard this Saturday August 27, 2011.
LANGHORNE, PA / August 27, 2011 – Paramount Industries, Inc., a world-class product development - rapid deployment, and manufacturing services company, today announced its participation at a ribbon cutting ceremony and press conference at Philadelphia’s Navy Yard located at 4747 S Broad Street from 9:45am to 11:30pm.
The press conference will start promptly with remarks from Mayor Michael Nutter, Temple University President Ann Weaver Hart, Chief of Naval Operations Admiral Gary Roughead, as well as, other dignitaries and program managers. Paramount President and CEO, Jim Williams, will present a commemorative award to CNO Roughead, a 3D printed replica of the USS United States frigate.
“Today we are pleased to focus our attention to the history of the US Navy, STEM education programs and the next generation of America’s workforce.” says Jim Williams, President and CEO of Paramount Industries. “It is an honor to support military leaders, government officials, academia and young students in this capacity.”
The 3D model was manufactured at Paramount Industries rapid prototyping and additive manufacturing facility using 3D digital scanning and selective laser sintering, an advanced 3D printing technology. These technologies are currently used to deliver prototypes and production customized parts for the medical device, electronics and consumer products industries. Paramount has rapidly manufactured and deployed critical components to high profile aerospace and defense programs such as the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter, Wolfhound Handheld Threat Warning System and the Honeywell T-Hawk.
The ribbon cutting ceremony will celebrate the launch of MESA, a new STEM initiative created by Temple University. MESA is an academic preparation program that serves pre-college, community college and university students who are educationally disadvantaged. During the event, Mayor Nutter will speak about the importance of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education.
Research studies show a strong correlation between STEM education and competitiveness and economic prosperity. Science, technology, engineering and math graduates and undergraduates are the highly-skilled and professional workers who make future contributions to society and the workforce.
“It is critical for business leaders and government officials to support education programs that promote innovation, encourage young students and move professionals into the technology-driven future,” says Williams. “Breakthrough technologies, such as 3D printing and additive manufacturing, allow for smarter engineering and manufacturing of products designed to protect the Nation’s military on the front lines where it’s needed the most.
In addition to helping those who protect our liberties and freedoms, additive manufacturing offers significant advantages: It returns the competitive edge to American-based manufacturers, allows businesses to create new jobs and strengthens the US economy.”
Paramount Industries employs nearly 50 engineers, technicians, program and business managers at its Langhorne, Pennsylvania-based research, development and manufacturing facility.
About Paramount Industries, Inc. (www.paramountind.com) Founded in 1966, Paramount Industries, Inc. is among the world's most experienced providers of product development services, including design engineering, additive manufacturing, rapid prototyping, direct digital manufacturing, rapid manufacturing, tooling, urethane casting, injection molding and contract manufacturing. Paramount's principal engineering and manufacturing facilities are registered AS9100B with the International Aerospace Quality Group (IAQG), ISO 9001:2008 certified by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) registered. The company holds active memberships with the Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG), Association for Manufacturing Excellence (AME), Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), Keystone Chapter AUVSI, Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) and ASTM International-- formerly known as the American Society for Testing and Materials. Industry news updates can be received via Paramount’s social networks on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.
About USS United States (Navy Frigate) USS United States was a wooden-hulled, three-masted heavy frigate of the United States Navy constructed by the Naval Act of 1794. It was larger and more heavily armed than standard frigates of the period. Built at Humphrey's shipyard in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the USS United States was launched in 1797 and immediately began duties with the newly formed Navy.
About MESA
MESA is an academic preparation program that serves pre-college, community college and university students who are educationally disadvantaged. Almost two-thirds of MESA high school graduates go on to college as math, engineering or science majors.
About Temple University
LANGHORNE, PA / August 27, 2011 – Paramount Industries, Inc., a world-class product development - rapid deployment, and manufacturing services company, today announced its participation at a ribbon cutting ceremony and press conference at Philadelphia’s Navy Yard located at 4747 S Broad Street from 9:45am to 11:30pm.
The press conference will start promptly with remarks from Mayor Michael Nutter, Temple University President Ann Weaver Hart, Chief of Naval Operations Admiral Gary Roughead, as well as, other dignitaries and program managers. Paramount President and CEO, Jim Williams, will present a commemorative award to CNO Roughead, a 3D printed replica of the USS United States frigate.
“Today we are pleased to focus our attention to the history of the US Navy, STEM education programs and the next generation of America’s workforce.” says Jim Williams, President and CEO of Paramount Industries. “It is an honor to support military leaders, government officials, academia and young students in this capacity.”
The 3D model was manufactured at Paramount Industries rapid prototyping and additive manufacturing facility using 3D digital scanning and selective laser sintering, an advanced 3D printing technology. These technologies are currently used to deliver prototypes and production customized parts for the medical device, electronics and consumer products industries. Paramount has rapidly manufactured and deployed critical components to high profile aerospace and defense programs such as the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter, Wolfhound Handheld Threat Warning System and the Honeywell T-Hawk.
The ribbon cutting ceremony will celebrate the launch of MESA, a new STEM initiative created by Temple University. MESA is an academic preparation program that serves pre-college, community college and university students who are educationally disadvantaged. During the event, Mayor Nutter will speak about the importance of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education.
Research studies show a strong correlation between STEM education and competitiveness and economic prosperity. Science, technology, engineering and math graduates and undergraduates are the highly-skilled and professional workers who make future contributions to society and the workforce.
“It is critical for business leaders and government officials to support education programs that promote innovation, encourage young students and move professionals into the technology-driven future,” says Williams. “Breakthrough technologies, such as 3D printing and additive manufacturing, allow for smarter engineering and manufacturing of products designed to protect the Nation’s military on the front lines where it’s needed the most.
In addition to helping those who protect our liberties and freedoms, additive manufacturing offers significant advantages: It returns the competitive edge to American-based manufacturers, allows businesses to create new jobs and strengthens the US economy.”
Paramount Industries employs nearly 50 engineers, technicians, program and business managers at its Langhorne, Pennsylvania-based research, development and manufacturing facility.
About Paramount Industries, Inc. (www.paramountind.com) Founded in 1966, Paramount Industries, Inc. is among the world's most experienced providers of product development services, including design engineering, additive manufacturing, rapid prototyping, direct digital manufacturing, rapid manufacturing, tooling, urethane casting, injection molding and contract manufacturing. Paramount's principal engineering and manufacturing facilities are registered AS9100B with the International Aerospace Quality Group (IAQG), ISO 9001:2008 certified by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) registered. The company holds active memberships with the Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG), Association for Manufacturing Excellence (AME), Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), Keystone Chapter AUVSI, Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) and ASTM International-- formerly known as the American Society for Testing and Materials. Industry news updates can be received via Paramount’s social networks on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.
About USS United States (Navy Frigate) USS United States was a wooden-hulled, three-masted heavy frigate of the United States Navy constructed by the Naval Act of 1794. It was larger and more heavily armed than standard frigates of the period. Built at Humphrey's shipyard in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the USS United States was launched in 1797 and immediately began duties with the newly formed Navy.
About MESA
MESA is an academic preparation program that serves pre-college, community college and university students who are educationally disadvantaged. Almost two-thirds of MESA high school graduates go on to college as math, engineering or science majors.
About Temple University
Founded in 1884 by Dr. Russell Conwell as Temple College and became Temple University in 1907. The comprehensive urban research and academic institution, a 186-acre campus, is located in the Philadelphia suburb of Ambler. Students can take a wide variety of undergraduate, graduate and non-credit courses at Fort Washington, Harrisburg and City Center locations.
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
Paramount Industries to Showcase High Temperature Laser Sintering, Breakthrough Disruptive Manufacturing Technology, at AUVSI’s Unmanned Systems North
Paramount Industries to Showcase High Temperature Laser Sintering, Breakthrough Disruptive Manufacturing Technology, at AUVSI’s Unmanned Systems North America 2011 August 16-19 in Washington, D.C.
Booth #2209 in the Walter E. Washington Convention CenterWASHINGTON, D.C. / August 16, 2011 – Paramount Industries, Inc., a world-class product development – rapid deployment, and manufacturing services company, today announced its participation at AUVSI’s Unmanned Systems North America 2011.
In response to aerospace and defense industry demand for selective laser sintering materials for direct digital manufacturing of non-structural aircraft components, Paramount has developed laser sintering processes with high-temperature, electrostatic-discharge (ESD) compliant laser sintering materials that have heat deflection temperatures in excess of 320°C and are chemical resistant, non-out gassing, electrically and thermally conductive.
“High temperature laser sintering is breakthrough technology and offers significant advantages for manufacturing across all industries, particularly aerospace and defense applications where high temperature and electrically conductive materials are critical factors,” said Jim Williams, president and CEO of Paramount Industries.
High Temperature Laser Sintering Displayed in Booth #2209:
F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Components: Paramount Industries High Temperature Sintering (HTS) machine processing technology, advanced machine controls and carbon fiber composites – including revolutionary sinterable nanocomposite materials – were developed for the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Program.
Paramount Industries is the recipient of a Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase II award from the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) and continues to develop selective materials and processes for the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter program, as well as many other aerospace, defense and medical applications.
“We are thrilled to offer R&D expertise for direct digital manufacturing of aerospace parts and components for projects such as the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter and the Honeywell T-Hawk,” says Williams “It is an honor to bring innovation to the Warfighter when it’s new and when it’s needed the most.”
Paramount Industries prototyped and manufactured key components for the T-Hawk, an unmanned micro air vehicle (UAV) designed to enhance mission effectiveness, provide situational awareness for US combat troops.
About Paramount Industries, Inc. (www.paramountind.com)Founded in 1966, Paramount Industries, Inc. is among the world’s most experienced providers of product development services, including design engineering, additive manufacturing, rapid prototyping, direct digital manufacturing, rapid manufacturing, tooling, urethane casting, injection molding and contract manufacturing. Paramount’s principal engineering and manufacturing facilities are registered AS9100B with the International Aerospace Quality Group (IAQG), ISO 9001:2008 certified by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) registered. The company holds active memberships with the 3DS Users Group (3DSUG), Association for Manufacturing Excellence (AME), Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), Keystone Chapter AUVSI, Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) and ASTM International– formerly known as the American Society for Testing and Materials. Industry news updates can be received via Paramount’s social networks on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube or the company’s press release distribution service.
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August 16, 2011
Contact: Media Contact, Nadra Angerman
nadra@angerman.com (206) 334-2644
Booth #2209 in the Walter E. Washington Convention CenterWASHINGTON, D.C. / August 16, 2011 – Paramount Industries, Inc., a world-class product development – rapid deployment, and manufacturing services company, today announced its participation at AUVSI’s Unmanned Systems North America 2011.
In response to aerospace and defense industry demand for selective laser sintering materials for direct digital manufacturing of non-structural aircraft components, Paramount has developed laser sintering processes with high-temperature, electrostatic-discharge (ESD) compliant laser sintering materials that have heat deflection temperatures in excess of 320°C and are chemical resistant, non-out gassing, electrically and thermally conductive.
“High temperature laser sintering is breakthrough technology and offers significant advantages for manufacturing across all industries, particularly aerospace and defense applications where high temperature and electrically conductive materials are critical factors,” said Jim Williams, president and CEO of Paramount Industries.
High Temperature Laser Sintering Displayed in Booth #2209:
F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Components: Paramount Industries High Temperature Sintering (HTS) machine processing technology, advanced machine controls and carbon fiber composites – including revolutionary sinterable nanocomposite materials – were developed for the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Program.
Paramount Industries is the recipient of a Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase II award from the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) and continues to develop selective materials and processes for the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter program, as well as many other aerospace, defense and medical applications.
“We are thrilled to offer R&D expertise for direct digital manufacturing of aerospace parts and components for projects such as the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter and the Honeywell T-Hawk,” says Williams “It is an honor to bring innovation to the Warfighter when it’s new and when it’s needed the most.”
Paramount Industries prototyped and manufactured key components for the T-Hawk, an unmanned micro air vehicle (UAV) designed to enhance mission effectiveness, provide situational awareness for US combat troops.
About Paramount Industries, Inc. (www.paramountind.com)Founded in 1966, Paramount Industries, Inc. is among the world’s most experienced providers of product development services, including design engineering, additive manufacturing, rapid prototyping, direct digital manufacturing, rapid manufacturing, tooling, urethane casting, injection molding and contract manufacturing. Paramount’s principal engineering and manufacturing facilities are registered AS9100B with the International Aerospace Quality Group (IAQG), ISO 9001:2008 certified by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) registered. The company holds active memberships with the 3DS Users Group (3DSUG), Association for Manufacturing Excellence (AME), Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), Keystone Chapter AUVSI, Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) and ASTM International– formerly known as the American Society for Testing and Materials. Industry news updates can be received via Paramount’s social networks on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube or the company’s press release distribution service.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 16, 2011
Contact: Media Contact, Nadra Angerman
nadra@angerman.com (206) 334-2644
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