ESD is key.
When it comes to the production of automotive parts and solutions, CES works with multiple electronic parts and components on its manufacturing floor. Static-dissipative properties are therefore paramount for all machinery parts that come into contact with electronic components. This ensures that static discharge, which could damage products, impair performance or even cause an explosion or fire, is avoided. For the many fixtures and tools manufactured in-house, ABS-ESD7 material meets the necessary electrostatic discharge standards for handling sensitive electronic parts – while also offering durability and stability.
As Kammann explains, this is exemplified in the production of automotive displays.
“We are able to 3D print the gluing jig for the automotive display assembly with ABS-ESD7 material, which means we have a fast, safe, and ESD-compliant solution in-house that is customizable,” he says. “This not only ensures continuous fast production, but also shows how we look for the best technology to solve the manufacturing challenges we are faced with.”
By integrating the Fortus 450mc within its production operations, Continental has taken automotive part production to the next level, resulting in the cost-effective production and fast turnaround of high-quality parts with the necessary material attributes to meet its exacting demands.
Kammann concludes, “The Fortus 450mc has integrated seamlessly into our production and service solutions. We are seeing increased customer demand for 3D printed parts, so we will continue to explore ways to further expand the use of this technology within design and production to ensure we optimize our service offering.”