ROCK HILL, S.C., Jan. 9, 2018
/PRNewswire/ -- 3D Systems (NYSE: DDD) announced that KALLISTA, a
leading designer and provider of luxury kitchen and bath products,
unveiled the Grid™ sink faucet – which was produced by
3rd Dimension using 3D Systems' 3D printing materials
and technology - today at KBIS 2018. 3D Systems' technologies
afforded KALLISTA design without limitations to bring this first of
its kind sink faucet to market.
KALLISTA's design team embarked on a journey to create a faucet
in a unique geometry. In deciding to produce the spout via 3D
printing, the designers were able to design without limitations to
create an open form and discreet interior channels that allow water
to flow easily through the base.
"Designers usually need to consider a manufacturing process and
they have to design around that process," said Bill McKeone, design studio manager,
KALLISTA. "By choosing to produce this faucet via 3D printing,
we opened ourselves to limitless design possibilities. 3D Systems'
breadth of materials and technologies allowed us the freedom to
create a unique, functional faucet which would not have been
possible with a traditional manufacturing process."
The faucets were produced by metal 3D printing specialist,
3rd Dimension, a high quality production metal
manufacturer specializing in 3D direct metal printing based in
Indianapolis. 3rd
Dimension employed 3D Systems' ProX® DMP 320
high-performance metal additive manufacturing system. To avoid rust
and corrosion, the faucets are printed with 3D Systems'
LaserForm® 316L, a high quality stainless steel 316
powder material.
"In order to realize the best product, you have to start with
the best tools," said Bob Markley,
president, 3rd Dimension. "The strength of the 3D
Systems technology and materials, coupled with the expertise of our
engineers and machinists allowed us to rapidly produce and deliver
these high end faucets for KALLISTA."
As this was the first additively manufactured product for
KALLISTA, the team at 3rd Dimension led them through a
program to develop the as-designed concept for the 3D printing
process. Developing the design for additive manufacturing meant
that KALLISTA was able to avoid the common delays of weeks or
months needed for any kind of production tooling. 3rd
Dimension's experience with the 3D Systems ProX DMP 320 and
engineering expertise enabled KALLISTA to produce the Grid faucet
flawlessly. Because of the efficiencies and repeatability afforded
by 3D printing, the parts were rapidly produced within hours.
"This is just one example of the value 3D printing brings to a
production environment," said David
Cullen, director of applications engineering, 3D Systems.
"Through the combination of materials, print technology, software
and services, KALLISTA was able to bring their visionary design to
market."
For more information, please view the video or visit the 3D
Systems website.
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About 3D Systems
3D Systems provides comprehensive 3D
products and services, including 3D printers, print materials, on
demand manufacturing services and digital design tools. Its
ecosystem supports advanced applications from the product design
shop to the factory floor to the operating room. 3D Systems'
precision healthcare capabilities include simulation, Virtual
Surgical Planning, and printing of medical and dental devices
as well as patient-specific surgical instruments. As the
originator of 3D printing and a shaper of future 3D solutions, 3D
Systems has spent its 30-year history enabling professionals and
companies to optimize their designs, transform their workflows,
bring innovative products to market and drive new business models.
More information on the company is available
at www.3dsystems.com
About 3rd Dimension
3rd Dimension is a high quality
production metal manufacturer specializing in 3D direct metal
printing based in Indianapolis
that backs up its work expertise with an entire shop floor team for
machining, milling, and finishing to enable metal part projects to
be rapidly fulfilled. 3rd Dimension uses metal additive systems
from 3D Systems. Learn more at www.print3d4u.com.
About KALLISTA
KALLISTA is known for its designs of
luxury plumbing products, offering faucets and fixtures
thoughtfully created for tasteful, whole-bath solutions. KALLISTA
is available in fine showrooms in major cities throughout the
world. Kallista, along with sister brands Ann Sacks Tile and Stone,
Inc., and Robern mirrored cabinetry and vanities, is a division of
the Kohler Co. Decorative Products Group, a wholly owned subsidiary
of Kohler Co.
About KOHLER®
Founded in 1873 and headquartered in Kohler, Wis., Kohler Co. is one of America's
oldest and largest privately held companies. Kohler is a
global leader in the manufacturer of kitchen and bath products,
engines and power generation systems, cabinetry, tile and home
interiors, and international host to award-winning hospitality and
world-class golf destinations.
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