Paramount Webinar Deemed a "Success" on CLS Technology

On June 25, Paramount hosted its' first webinar program on the pioneering Direct Digital Manufacturing (DDM) design and fabrication process "Conformal Lattice Structures (CLS™)", offering an online informational session explaining the technical benefits of CLS, and its innovative methods for part design optimization.

This proprietary laser sintering/additive manufacturing tool - developed in collaboration with the Georgia Tech Research Center - generated a welcome buzz after its' initial introduction at SME’s RAPID 2009 conference and exhibition. Paramount was eager to further educate our aerospace and defense industry clients on this ground breaking additive manufacturing design tool that is sure to benefit the direct digital manufacturing of parts without the cost, lead-time and technical restrictions of traditional tooling and part fabrication. CLS' initial applications would benefit light weight UAS (unmanned air systems) where strength to weight ratios are design critical.

Were you a part of this exciting session? How do you see CLS helping you in your applications?

Paramount Receives Inspired Reception Over CLS™ at RAPID 2009

While the quantity of attendees at Rapid 2009 was noticeably lower compared to past shows, the quality of those who were present did not suffer one bit. The enthusiasm felt throughout the Schaumburg Renaissance Convention Center was undeniable, and the reception Paramount’s booth received over our patent pending CLS™ Conformal Lattice Structures via Laser Sintering was overwhelming. On more than one occasion, our booth staff was pleased to hear that WE had been the highlight of show for many attendees. The recognition we received further encourages us to continue in our R&D endeavors.
Thank you to all who visited Paramount at RAPID, and we hope to see you again soon...

Perhaps at the Atlantic Design and Manufacturing Show, June 9 - 11, at New York City's Jacob Javits Center?!?! Simply click the link above for detailed information about the show and easy online registration for complimentary expo hall admission!

Paramount PDS Begins 2009 Trade Show Exhibition Schedule at RAPID: Schaumburg, IL

Highlighting the latest advancements in product development technologies by providing a wide assortment of innovative capabilities and materials applications, Paramount PDS' Sales and R&D team will kick off the spring 2009 trade show season with an exhibition at the Society of Manufacturing Engineer’s (SME) RAPID show May 12– 14 at the Schaumburg Renaissance Hotel and Convention Center.

Be sure to visit Booth 515 to learn more about progressions in the Direct Digital Manufacturing (DDM) of finished parts direct from 3D CAD input.

Discover the infinite opportunities the high performance carbon fiber-polyamide composite material Windform XT can provide to the aerospace and defense systems industries.

Spend an afternoon with Paramount’s R&D Manager Luis Folgar and Dr. Dave Rosen of the Georgia Institute of Technology as they present
Cellular Structures for Optimum Performance
on Wednesday, May 13 from 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm.

Additive Manufacturing Industry Expert Terry Wohlers visits Paramount

Paramount recently had the opportunity to host additive manufacturing industry expert Terry Wohlers at its Langhorne, PA facility. Mr. Wohlers is well known for his contributions as an industry consultant, author, and analyst, and is a frequent speaker to rapid prototyping symposiums throughout the world.

Mr. Wohlers, President of Colorado-based Wohlers Associates, Inc., visited Paramount in January and found himself quite surprised by the extensive manufacturing that occurs within the facility. “The direct digital manufacturing activity is of most interest to me,” Wohlers said. “It has tremendous potential and I can tell Paramount is playing a leading role in the advancement of this technology.”

Wohlers was equally pleased upon seeing Paramounts contribution in the manufacturing of the Micro Air Vehicle (MAV). Calling it “impressive” after previously having seen it only by photograph, Wohlers went on to say, “The fact that some of the most complex parts for it are being manufactured using laser sintering technology underscores the potential of direct digital manufacturing.”

While Wohlers and Paramount’s President and CEO, Jim Williams, have been long time acquaintances, this was Mr. Wohlers’ first visit to Paramount and its affiliate product design-engineering firm Definitive Design. Both attended the EuroMold 2008 conference last December in Frankfurt, Germany where Williams anchored the “Factory of the Future: Manufacturing by Additive Fabrication” conference. Wohlers walked away from the conference with anticipation, believing this exciting new technology
“…Is going to become very big.”

Having authored over 350 pieces on engineering and manufacturing automation and consulted with over 100 organizations spanning the globe, Wohlers holds an Honorary Doctoral Degree of Mechanical Engineering from Central University of Technology, Free State (South Africa) and is a Fellow of the Society of Manufacturing Engineers. Terry Wohlers’ expertise in the direct digital manfacturing industry is unequivocal, and having the ability to impress him with our capabilities and industry presence was “very big” to everyone at Paramount indeed.

A Commitment to Quality – What It Means at Paramount PDS

At Paramount PDS, we recognize the importance of a continuous “Commitment to Quality” for every one of our current and potential customers. This permeates within every facet of Sales, Marketing, and Operations as a corporate philosophy. Quality does not mean simply producing a finished product within our customer’s standards. Quality at Paramount starts with first communication with a client and our sales and marketing team during the proposal stages and follows through until your order ships from our facility and into your hands, on time and correct the very first time.

Our quality trajectory for customer satisfaction is a fluid effort. We fervently uphold to our ISO9001:2000 certification standards. Paramount has recently begun forming strategic partnerships with leading Colleges and Universities in research and development initiatives for development of cutting-edge materials and advanced technologies and capabilities. Our recently launched new website has been customer acclaimed not only for its top of the line educational resources but also an instant quotation portal that allows an RFQ to reach a Paramount employee almost immediately.

With guidance from one of our Product Development Specialists, taking the question out of which material and/or process is best applicable for your project or less likely to compromise the geometry and final structure of a finished part assures our clients the most cost effective and timely manner for production. Getting it right the first time saves you time, money, and frustration. This is why every person employed within Paramount PDS continues to expound on our “Commitment to Quality.” Paramount is committed to offering a comprehensive set of quality resources to assist in every step of our client’s proposal and project management and development stages. We appreciate any concerns or comments that can help us do our job better for you. That is what a “Commitment to Quality” to means to Paramount PDS.