BCN3D The first generation Viscous Lithography (VLM) system powered by Dyndrite’s software.
BCN3D developed software to support the VLM hardware, and increase productivity and automation.
BCN3D first introduced its patented VLM lithography-based 3D printing technology in March 2022. It has been designed to use high viscosity resins to produce high-performance parts at quick speed and affordable cost. BCN3D claims that VLM is able to process resins up to 50 times more viscous compared to the industry standard. This will enable users to benefit from ‘previously impossible thermal and mechanical characteristics’. According to the company, more than 500 companies registered as early users through the VLM Technology Adoption Platform. It has also teamed up with Henkel & Arkema in order to develop new materials.
Dyndrite will also provide a ‘accelerated computing engine’ (ACE), and an ADK, to both hardware and software providers. A GPU-powered toolkit is enabling the creation next-generation software solutions for ‘extremely huge datasets and high-resolution print output’. Python APIs allow scriptable recipes for building apps and integrating third parties, while plug-in mechanisms enable third-party extensions of Dyndrite’s base capabilities.
“BCN3D is thrilled to announce our collaboration with Dyndrite, which marks a momentous occasion for VLM. This step forward will enable customers of the Technology Adoption Program to precisely focus on productivity-oriented applications,” commented Roger Antunez, General Manager of BCN3D. “By coupling this technology with Dyndrite’s advanced software, we believe it will grant manufacturers full control over every stage of their production process.”
“We’ve been following the VLM technology since the initial showcase, and have been excited about the possibilities. We created the Dyndrite ADK to help machine builders unlock the power of their process and rapidly bring new manufacturing solutions to market,” added Harshil Goel, founder and CEO, Dyndrite. “We are excited to see how the VLM technology will be productised with an eye towards manufacturing productivity and multi-material applications. BCN3D is about to generate some very interesting IP and we are excited to be the maths engine that plays a part in unlocking it.”
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During this quarter, BCN3D will commence dispatching the initial VLM systems to designated participants of the VLM TAP. The first official showcase of the joint venture between BCN3D and Dyndrite will take place at the Rapid + TCT event on May 2-4, 2023, at Dyndrite Booth 3324, McCormick Place — West Building, Chicago, IL.