Meltio Software Simplifies Wire-Laser Metal 3D Printing Technology

Meltio created the Meltio Space toolpath generator to facilitate the use of its metal 3D printing solutions. By offering a user-friendly interface and comprehensive features, this robot slicer simplifies the integration of Meltio’s wire-laser metal 3D printing technology by offering a built-in robot library and postprocessors for some of the most popular robotic brands, including ABB, Kuka, FANUC and Yaskawa.

This toolpath generator software for the Meltio Engine Robot Integration offers an easy-to-use interface for planar, nonplanar, and variable extrusion toolpaths. It also includes 2-axis workpiece positioner interpolation, kinematics simulation, collisions check and cell configuration.

This slicer offers a new perspective on 3D printing by breaking free from the limitations of traditional 3-axis systems, and expands the possibilities by incorporating advanced robotic manipulation capabilities. Featuring an intuitive design, users can quickly adapt to and leverage the benefits of robotic additive manufacturing (AM) without requiring expertise in robotics or programming.

Also, Meltio Space goes beyond the constraints of traditional 3-axis systems. With its integration of a 6-axis robotic manipulator and 2-axis workpiece positioners, it opens up a new realm of possibilities for metal 3D printing. The comprehensive coordination, multi-axis toolpath generation, and enhanced design freedom provided by Meltio Space empowers users to create intricate, customized and highly detailed metal parts.

It is designed for using the Meltio Engine integrated into a robotic arm. Prior to launching Meltio Space, the company had agreements with 12 major software companies with which its technology is compatible and open. Now, the Meltio Space software facilitates the use or adoption of its wire-laser technology for industrial customers who do not have specific expertise in robotics and AM.

Meltio Space includes preset and recommended material profiles and 3D printing parameters. Moreover, Meltio Space removes complexity in the 3D printing workflow, making it accessible to industrial users of all levels. Whether it's understanding the interpolation of workpiece positioners or applying slicing strategies, Meltio Space streamlines the entire process, enabling users to embrace the power of AM with ease, offering a unified platform that enhances workflow efficiency and productivity.

With a strong focus on user experience, it offers a fully tailored customer journey centered around the seamless integration between the Meltio Engine and Meltio Space. The software offers custom-developed Meltio print profiles for the Meltio materials portfolio. With its intuitive design, users can quickly adapt to and leverage the benefits of robotic AM without requiring expertise in robotics or programming.

Meltio Space robot slicer employs a virtual model of the real robot movement. This advanced feature enables users to simulate the kinematics of the robot, ensuring accurate and precise printing. Additionally, the slicer performs collision checks with the part being printed, minimizing the risk of errors or damage during the additive manufacturing process.

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• Learn more about Meltio’s wire-laser metal 3D printing technology for easier use, reliability. Its printing technology was developed to make the M450 metal 3D printer, Engine CNC Integration and Engine Robot Integration faster, more precise, easier to use and more reliable.
   
• Read about CNC Engineering’s collaboration with Meltio to design a solution that combines the power and reliability of FANUC CNC with cutting edge additive manufacturing technology.