Continuous Composites Inc. has announced the unveiling of their commercial CF3D Enterprise system at a ceremonial ribbon-cutting and technical symposium at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, enabling them to take their strategic partnership to the next level in advancing the future of composites manufacturing using CF3D.
Ribbon cutting ceremony for the commercialization of Continuous Composites CF3D Enterprise system at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Department of Aerospace Engineering. (Photo: Business Wire)
The ribbon-cutting ceremony of the CF3D Enterprise system at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s Department of Aerospace Engineering is a milestone event showcasing the power of collaboration and innovation. The technical symposium featured presentations from academic and industry experts, highlighting the potential of Continuous Fiber 3D technology (CF3D) and the exciting opportunities for the future of manufacturing. Attendees were able to see firsthand the CF3D Enterprise system and gain a deeper understanding of its potential impact on their respective industries.
Dr. Jeffrey Baur, founder professor of Aerospace Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, has been a long-standing partner of Continuous Composites during his service at the United States Air Force Research Lab, conducting research and development in the field of composite materials and manufacturing. The purchase of the CF3D Enterprise machine marks a significant milestone in their partnership and paves the way for exciting new opportunities.
The CF3D Enterprise system is the result of a collaborative effort between Continuous Composites and its technology partners, including Arkema, Hexcel, Siemens, and Comau Robotics. These companies have each contributed their respective expertise and cutting-edge technology towards the development of the CF3D Enterprise machine, making it a reality.
Continuous Composites is proud to be at the forefront of revolutionizing the composites manufacturing industry and looks forward to continuing its partnership with the university and its technology partners to push the boundaries of what’s possible.
About Continuous Composites
Continuous Composites Inc., headquartered in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, is disrupting manufacturing with its patented composites printing technology (Continuous Fiber 3D Printing – CF3D). Founded in 2012, the company leads the 3D printing industry with the earliest and most comprehensive patent portfolio owning 100 US Patents and 41 international patents. The CF3D technology leverages advantages of continuous fiber composite materials and the 3D printing process to fabricate high-strength, lightweight parts on demand. CF3D significantly reduces cost, lead times, labor, and other traditional constraints found in manufacturing while enabling design freedom.
For more information, please visit www.continuouscomposites.com.