3D Systems Unveils Accura ClearVue Plastic for SL Prototype
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HILL, SC, Oct 9, 2008 - 3D Systems Corporation (NASDAQ: TDSC), a leading
provider of 3-D Printing, Rapid Prototyping and Manufacturing solutions,
announced today the introduction of Accura ClearVue Plastic, another
integrated new Stereolithography material with excellent transparency,
outstanding durability and enhanced yields and manufacturability.
Accura ClearVue Plastic is designed to produce virtually colorless parts for
a wide-range of applications, including automotive headlamp lenses,
hydraulic and pneumatic functional models, and form, fit and function parts
and prototypes. It also enables designers and engineers to visualize
internal structures and simulate lenses and other optical components. This
new plastic offers outstanding flexibility and durability with a modulus
range that bridges two of the most widely used thermoplastics – ABS and
polypropylene. This extends the range of applications for users to produce
parts to test snap-fit assemblies and to pursue a range of other
applications.
Accura ClearVue Plastic’s low viscosity provides easier drainage and
clean up that in turn results in less waste and lower operating costs. The
reduced viscosity improves recoating, which when combined with 3D Systems’
extensively developed and optimized build styles, results in higher
production yield rates and enhanced manufacturability.
3D Systems developed Accura ClearVue Plastic in close consultation with
automotive and consumer goods manufacturers as well as its Preferred Part
Service Providers (PSPs). The input provided by these lead users was
instrumental in developing a final product that is tailored to meet their
stringent needs.
"Accura ClearVue Plastic – our latest breakthrough material – further
emphasizes the importance of engineered materials to our business," said
Steve Hanna, 3D Systems’ director of Stereolithography Materials.
"Breakthrough materials such as this expand our offerings to our customers
and broaden the range of applications that can adopt Additive Fabrication
technologies. We are pleased to add this new product to our extensive
portfolio of Accura Materials."
Accura ClearVue Plastic is expected to be commercially available by the
end of the year. Prior to general availability, prototypes made from Accura
ClearVue Plastic can be purchased through the 3D Systems’ Pro Parts
Marketplace at
http://quote.3dsystems.com.
See Accura ClearVue Plastic at the 3D Systems World Conference
3D Systems plans to talk more about new Accura ClearVue Plastic at its
World Conference from October 20-23, 2008, in Charlotte, NC/Rock Hill, SC.
More information is available at
www.3dworldconference.com.
About 3D Systems Corporation
3D Systems is a leading provider of 3-D Printing, Rapid Prototyping and
Direct Manufacturing solutions. Its systems and materials reduce the time
and cost of designing products and facilitate direct and indirect
manufacturing by creating actual parts directly from digital input These
solutions are used for design communication and prototyping well as for
production of functional end-use parts: Transform your products.
For more information, visit
www.3dsystems.com.
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