Momentum continues with new PP material for final parts, expanded alliance with
New HP 3D High Reusability Polypropylene (PP) enabled by
New industrial partnership with Oechsler to drive personalization and reduction of complexity for automotive and other industries
New HP Metal Jet customers Cobra Golf using industry's most advanced metals 3D printing platform for product innovation and parts production
HP today made a set of announcements demonstrating its continued 3D printing and digital manufacturing momentum and industry leadership. Helping expand the overall market and unlock new applications for customers, HP is delivering a first of its kind Polypropylene (PP) material for additive manufacturing. The new HP 3D High Reusability PP, enabled by
'The response to the COVID-19 crisis is a watershed moment for the industry. HP and its partners have 3D printed more than 2.3 million parts to bridge supply chain gaps, enable local production, and help healthcare professionals on the front lines,' said
Breakthrough new PP Unlocks Opportunity and Improves Sustainability
Polypropylene is a versatile material ideal for a wide range of automotive, consumer, industrial, and medical applications. The new HP 3D High Reusability PP enabled by
Developed in partnership with
HP is jointly developing entirely new PP applications with partners, parts providers, and customers including Extol, specializing in plastics engineering and innovation with industry leading plastic assembly technology, custom automation, and engineering services; GKN Powder Metallurgy/Forecast 3D, a provider of advanced industrial 3D printing, short-run manufacturing, and high-volume production;
Driving Production at Scale with New Professional Services, Expanded Industry 4.0 Alliances
To help customers accelerate their journey to digital manufacturing, HP announced new and expanded 3D Professional Services offerings and industrial alliances, including:
HP 3D Professional Services: HP is unveiling a variety of new professional services capabilities including design optimization for breakthrough applications, manufacturing process streamlining to enable mass customization and scale production, and applications identification and discovery services. For more information on HP 3D Professional Services visit: hp.com/go/3DProfessionalServices
A new strategic alliance with
Fast Radius, a leading manufacturing technology company, has qualified as a new member of the HP Digital Manufacturing Network, a global community of HP production partners to help design, produce, and deliver both plastic and metal parts at scale leveraging HP 3D printing solutions. Members of the HP Digital Manufacturing Network possess high levels of advanced additive manufacturing expertise, robust quality management and end-to-end manufacturing processes, and a proven capability for volume job production. The HP Digital Manufacturing Network includes partners in
Advancing Metals Mass Production with Cobra Golf
Cobra Golf, a leader in golf club manufacturing, innovation and design, has selected HP Metal Jet for its entry into 3D printing for product innovation and parts production. HP Metal Jet technology is the industry's leading platform for the 3D mass-production of metal parts.
A foremost innovator in the golf world, Cobra is committed to revolutionary advancements in technology, engineering first-of-its-kind clubs and equipment designed to elevate the game. Cobra, HP, and Parmatech are working together on a strategic multi-year product roadmap, that leverages the design and manufacturing benefits of HP's additive technologies to deliver golf equipment that raises performance and golfer satisfaction to new levels.
'Cobra Golf strives to deliver high-performance products that help golfers of all levels play their best and enjoy the game,' said
Join HP and Its Partners Showcasing the Future
Together with SME, HP is hosting a fully digital 'The Next Step in Digital Manufacturing' experience on
The interactive webinar will feature more than 15 sessions providing deep insight from HP and its global network of partners including industrial leaders
Keynote address from HP's
Deep insight from PP production partner Extol on how customers will use the new material and advanced Multi Jet Fusion capabilities to optimize manufacturing processes and reduce costs.
Update on HP's Metal Jet technology including customer session with Cobra Golf.
Learnings from the COVID-19 pandemic and how to apply to ongoing business and supply chain transformation.
Use cases from production partners in HP's Digital Manufacturing Network including Avid, Fast Radius, Go Proto, and ZiggZagg.
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