HENNgineered expands 3D printing capacities with Axtra3D Lumia X1

HENNgineered, a subsidiary of the HENN Connector Group, has recently expanded its production capacities in the field of 3D printing. With the acquisition of the Axtra3D Lumia X1 printer, the company is now integrating Hybrid PhotoSynthesis (HPS) technology into its manufacturing processes. This technology enables HENNgineered to establish 3D printing even more strongly as an alternative to conventional manufacturing methods such as injection molding. The aim is to make 3D printing more efficient, particularly for projects with high tooling costs and small quantities.

HENNgineered operates worldwide at five locations in Germany, Austria and China and offers customized manufacturing solutions ranging from product development and prototyping to series production. The introduction of HPS technology is intended to further improve this service by reducing production times while maintaining high precision.

Stefan Dür, CSO of HENNgineered, shares the significance of this adoption: “The HPS technology combines the best of all worlds, removing the trade-offs often associated with previous technologies. This allows us to expand our offering to customers, providing flexible, precise, and rapid prototyping solutions that bridge the gap between traditional and additive manufacturing.”

In technical terms, the Axtra3D Lumia X1 offers significant advantages. HPS technology combines the strengths of stereolithography (SLA) and digital light processing (DLP), enabling up to 20 times faster printing speeds compared to conventional SLA processes. This combination enables HENNgineered to produce larger and more complex components without sacrificing detail or accuracy. In addition, the material versatility of HPS technology means that even challenging materials such as BASF’s Ultracur3D RG 3280 can be used for components in challenging environments.

“We are immensely grateful for our progressive partnership with HENNgineered, as we are providing them with end-to-end manufacturing solutions that bring customer ideas to life, supporting them along the entire value chain,” said Andreas Tulaj, SVP of EU Revenue. He continues, “In an effort to eliminate costly tooling processes and deliver high-precision, high-speed manufacturing, HENNgineered adopted the Lumia X1 for prototyping and small series production”.

With this investment in new technology, HENNgineered is strengthening its position in the 3D printing sector. By using HPS technology, the company can optimize its manufacturing processes, shorten production times and ensure high quality standards at the same time.