SHANGHAI, China, Mar 5, 2019 – Kodak 3D Printing, an ecosystem created by Smart International and under license by Kodak, brings its first Kodak printer to the Asian market this year at TCT Asia.
Showcased at Shanghai, the new KODAK Portrait 3D Printer is aiming to top the charts in professional desktop 3D printing, with its combination of reliability, backed by the iconic Kodak brandand innovation. The machine will introduce its new features to a tech-savvy crowd who are keen to utilize 3D printing to its maximum potential. Perfect for engineers, designers, architects, medical and educational users, plus with extensive applications across prototyping, the KODAK Portrait 3D Printer features a fully enclosed structure with all-steel components to ensure consistency and reliability in engineering materials, even when using high temperature polymers.
Other features include the dual-extrusion system with automatic nozzle lifting and swappable PTFE or all metal hot ends for optimal performance in each material and for each unique print, automatic bed leveling, preset print parameters for ease of use, a touchscreen and 5” camera to monitor ongoing print jobs. Completing the package, the printer offers free access to the KODAK 3D Cloud, an IT compliant print management system, which gives unlimited possibilities to run print farms on a global scale. The management software operated via Wifi or Lan port uses the KODAK 3DSlicer to slice online, monitor prints and receive over-the-air updates. And, as another nod towards ultimate reliability of build and design, the KODAK Portrait 3D Printer comes with an up to 4 year warranty (the first offer of its kind for a desktop 3D printer).
The KODAK 3D Printing Filaments which complement the machine, come in a wide variety of materials and color palette. The existing range includes ABS, Flex 98, HIPS, Nylon 6, Nylon 12, PETG, PLA+, PLA Tough, PVA, with more materials to be added shortly. All boast a low moisture range, with all spools arriving vacuum wrapped in specialist foil packs.
The KODAK Portrait 3D Printer is available now in Asia, North America and Europe at a retail price of $3,499 and can be found this year in Hall W5 Booth 40 at TCT Asia.
“Following our successful launch in US and Europe, we are looking to expand into the forward-thinking Asian market. Bringing the expertise and reliability of the Kodak brand to the world of 3D printing, offers an exciting journey into today’s need for new technologies that can last into the future,’’ said Roberto Gawianski, CEO, Smart International.
“We are delighted to launch the new 3D printer with Smart International and build upon our excitement about this growth industry and the impact that it can have on professional 3D printing and imaging overall,” said JoelSatin, director of Brand Licensing and Vice-President, Consumer and Film Division, Kodak.
About Smart International
Smart International has developed an ecosystem of solutions for professional 3D printing. Years of collaboration with engineers, designers, architects, artists, educators, have set the bar high. Only accurate and reliable technology with materials developed for a wide range of applications will help their creations endure and shine. Visit smart3d.techfor more information.
About Kodak
Kodak is a technology company focused on imaging. They provide — directly and through partnerships with other innovative companies — hardware, software, consumables and services to customers in graphic arts, commercial print, publishing, packaging, entertainment and commercial films, and consumer products markets. With their world-class R&D capabilities, innovative solutions portfolio and highly trusted brand, Kodak is helping customers around the globe to sustainably grow their own businesses and enjoy their lives.
For additional information on Kodak, visit kodak.com.