Belotti to integrate hybrid BEAD system with Adaxis AdaOne software
Through this strategic collaboration, BEAD’s additive and subtractive capabilities for large-scale AM composite tooling production are made more accessible.
Belotti BEAD machine for large-scale AM and CNC milling of thermoplastic materials. Source | Belott SpA
Belotti SpA (Suisio, Italy), a CNC machining solutions developer, announces an advancement in additive manufacturing (AM) for tooling and molds, facilitated by the integration of Adaxis’ (Bidart, France) AdaOne software. This platform makes it possible to program and control robotic arms as large-scale 3D printers for a wide array of materials. The collaboration, incorporating Belotti’s BEAD technology offers a simple tool that democratizes the fabrication of complex, large-scale parts.
Multi-axis AM, combined with CNC machining, has emerged as a compelling alternative amidst the evolving challenges of manufacturing industries. Making BEAD accessible and cost-effective has been a clear objective for Belotti from the outset. This was first begun through collaboration with CEAD (Delft, Netherlands), which brought BEAD to market. Now, a partnership with Adaxis will deliver a turnkey user experience, according to Belotti.
The additive process is said to excel in tooling and draping mold production, reducing lead times, increasing production flexibility, and ensuring cost and inventory control. However, its effective utilization requires significant expertise and methodology. As a solution, this collaboration prioritizes user experience by offering simple, robust and accessible workflows, enabling operators of any level to easily program and oversee mold printing from a simple CAD file.
AdaOne introduces a range of features tailored for tooling production:
- Automatic internal support reduces design time and material use by automatic generation of internal stiffeners inside the tooling geometry.
- Localized double bead on main surfaces generation of machining margin and local reinforcement to facilitate machining of the tooling surfaces.
- Selective corner compensation adds extra material at corners to ensure correct final geometry after machining.
- A continuous printing path minimize starts and stops through automatic seam positioning and toolpath optimization.
AdaOne also generates machining trajectories, providing operators with a comprehensive turnkey solution.
“The collaboration with Adaxis, comprising seamlessly integrated equipment and software, makes our technology and expertise instantly accessible to a broader audience,” says Alberto Riganti, Belotti additive manufacturing specialist.
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