2023 and2024 have been transformative years for 3D Spark, driven by our commitment to deliver unparalleled value to our users. We have introduced a series of features designed to streamline operations, enhance precision, and promote sustainability in part manufacturing, procurement, and sales.

These advancements are based on your feedback, and reflect our dedication to meeting your needs and pushing the boundaries of the industry.

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Key Features

Google Maps for Manufacturing:

• Seamless Comparison of Production Options: We started with one-by-one analysis of materials and technologies, but our vision was to allow simultaneous comparisons of different manufacturing technologies. In summer 2023, we achieved this breakthrough, redefining our workflow based on user feedback.

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Part Order Management for Maximum Efficiency and Revenue

• PRP (Part Request Portal): A minimalistic gateway for internal or external customers to order parts or seek expert support by uploading a part, checking manufacturability, and seeing approximate prices.

• ‍Supplier Panel (Effortless Supplier Management): Add suppliers to your organization and streamline the RFQ process.

• Batch Processing of Multiple Parts: Upload and analyze multiple parts seamlessly with the "Part Groups" feature, simplifying multi-part orders.

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Customization at Its Core

Customization and flexibility are central to the 3D Spark platform. Here are the features we introduced:

• Custom Materials and Machines: Mimic your production reality by creating and editing your own materials and machines.
• Custom Process Step Templates: Design workflows with custom process steps such as Data Preparation, Support Removal, and Finishing, and automatically calculate costs based on various parameters.
• Analysis Templates and Profiles: Save and reuse your production settings, including process chains, orientation optimization, nesting, and pricing configurations.

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Precision in Cost and Price Calculation

• AI powered FDM/FFF Build Time Prediction: Plan efficiently with AI-powered build time predictions considering numerous factors for greater accuracy.
• Custom Infill Density: Adjust infill percentages for optimal part strength and material usage.
• Cost and Price Feedback: Overwrite 3D Spark’s estimations with your benchmark data for increased precision.
• CAD-Free Analysis: Use bounding box, volume/mass, and material data for approximate cost estimations and printability analyses.
• Pricing Configuration: Reflect your pricing model for each production option.

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Manufacturability Checks and Build Job Visualization

• Geometric Computation on Part Upload: Enhance material proposal accuracy and minimize setup time with automatic geometric computations.
• X-Ray View of Part Models: Identify critical areas for optimization and simplify model visualization.
• Intuitive Nesting View: Visualize nested parts in your specific machine for a better planning.

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• Live Support Surface Visualization: Orientate your parts and visualize the support surfaces in real-time.
• Support Removal Check: Evaluate the ease of removing support materials to minimize waste and promote efficient post-processing.
• Custom Orientation and Fits Machine Check: Manually adjust part orientation for optimal printing and ensure compatibility with the selected machine's printing volume.

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Tailored Reporting and Strong Dashboards

• Custom Documents: Create custom documents such as Quotations, RFQs, and Internal Reports using your own document style and logo.

• Track Company Goals: Monitor KPIs like parts uploaded, cost saved, lead time saved, and CO2 saved.

• Advanced Filters: Visualize your data according to dates, materials, hubs, and more.

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Championing Sustainability

• CO₂ Calculation: Measure your CO₂ footprint and gain insights into the environmental impact of your manufacturing processes, now including casting and milling. ‍
• Embodied Carbon Calculation: Select materials based on their environmental impact to promote eco-conscious manufacturing. ‍
• Fire & Smoke Material Properties: Access detailed fire and smoke property data to make safer material choices.

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Prioritizing Security

• Security Incident and Event Management (SIEM): Enhance data security and protect sensitive information with SIEM.

By continuously innovating in these areas, 3D Spark remains committed to empowering users with the tools they need to achieve their manufacturing, procurement, and sales goals while contributing to a more sustainable future. These advancements not only enhance the user experience but also reduce costs, lead time, and CO2 footprint for your company.

Ready to experience these innovations? Log in to our platform and try these features today!