HP Inc. and Partners Mobilize 3D Printing Solutions to Battle COVID-19
March 24 2020 - 10:00AM
HP Inc. and its global digital manufacturing community are
mobilizing their 3D printing teams, technology, experience, and
production capacity to help deliver critical parts in the effort to
battle the COVID-19 pandemic. More than 1000 3D printed
parts have already been delivered to local hospitals. HP’s 3D
R&D centers in Barcelona, Spain; Corvallis, Oregon; San Diego,
California; and Vancouver, Washington are collaborating with
partners around the world in a coordinated effort to increase
production to meet the most urgent needs. Initial
applications being validated and finalized for industrial
production include face masks, face shields, mask adjusters, nasal
swabs, hands-free door openers, and respirator parts. HP is also
coordinating with government, health, and industry agencies in
numerous countries to ensure a synchronized and effective
approach. “HP and our digital manufacturing partners are
working non-stop in the battle against this unprecedented virus. We
are collaborating across borders and industries to identify the
parts most in need, validate the designs, and begin 3D printing
them,” said Enrique Lores, President and CEO, HP Inc. “Our
deepest appreciation goes to our employees, partners, customers,
and members of our community for their tireless efforts to support
the medical professionals making a difference on the front lines.”
3D Printing Parts to Help Contain COVID-19 HP’s
global network of manufacturing partners is working to ensure that
the 3D printed parts are available in any region around the world.
Some of the first applications being validated and produced
include:
- Hands-Free Door Opener: Door handles are
among the most germ-infested objects in houses, hospitals,
factories, and elderly homes. This adapter allows for easy
and more sanitary opening with an elbow.
- Mask Adjuster: Many hospital staff are
required to wear masks for long periods of time. This clasp
is designed to improve comfort and alleviate associated ear
pain.
- Face Shields: Face shields are one of
the highest-need personal protection items. Brackets to hold
the shield and comfortably fit the wearer are a critical
component.
Many more applications are in the testing and validation phase
and are expected to begin production soon, including:
- Field Ventilator: 3D printed parts for a
mechanical bag valve mask (BVM) that is designed for use as a
short-term emergency ventilation of COVID-19 patients. This
simplified design enables a robust and less-complex device,
facilitating its rapid production and assembly.
- FFP3 Face Masks: Effective protective
gear is needed for medical providers to treat the volume of
expected COVID-19 patients. HP is validating several
hospital-grade face masks and expects them to be available
shortly.
Making Many Part Designs Available HP and its
partners will be making the validated design files for many of the
parts that do not require complex assembly freely available at this
website for download. 3D designers and innovators who wish to
join the battle against COVID-19 can contribute new applications
and ideas at this website. Get Parts 3D Printed
Now If you need support with application development or
would like to order parts please submit your request here. HP’s
powerful and global 3D Printing Network of Digital Manufacturing
and Production Partners are stepping up to fulfill these orders and
support the world’s health community. About
HP HP Inc. creates technology that makes life better for
everyone, everywhere. Through our portfolio of personal systems,
printers, and 3D printing solutions, we engineer experiences that
amaze. More information about HP Inc. is available
at http://www.hp.com/go/3Dprinting.
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