Meltio has unveiled its latest innovation, the Meltio Robot Cell, a turnkey solution designed to enhance the performance of industrial robotic arms in the additive manufacturing of metal components. The system boasts pre-integrated robotic hardware and software, providing a streamlined approach to metal 3D printing. With a focus on safety, reliability, and precision, Meltio aims to revolutionize the manufacturing process with its new Meltio Space slicing software.
Alejandro Nieto, Meltio Engine product manager, emphasized the company’s commitment to empowering diverse industries by enabling them to oversee the entire metal 3D printing process. Nieto stated, “Meltio’s main commitment with the launch of Meltio Robot Cell is to offer all types of industries the ability to manage the entire manufacturing process using our metal 3D printing technology.”
Based in Linares, Spain, Meltio has pioneered high-performance, cost-effective, and user-friendly metal 3D printing systems, employing wire laser metal deposition (w-LMD) technology. The company’s portfolio includes the Meltio M450 metal 3D printer and Meltio Engine Integration, a versatile 3D printing module capable of converting CNC machines, robotic arms, or gantry systems into hybrid manufacturing centers.
The Meltio Robot Cell introduces a standardized approach to metal 3D printing, supporting applications ranging from factory-based printing on build plates to part repair and feature additions. By integrating the 3D printer, robot, and software seamlessly, Meltio aims to provide competitive lead times, eliminating the need for extensive integration processes and assembly lead times.
The Meltio Robot Cell, certified for use with ABB robotic arms, offers a plug-and-play system, with a dedicated workspace featuring monitoring and safety features. The system’s compatibility with an open hardware platform allows integration with various brands of robotic arms, catering to diverse customer needs.
Meltio emphasized the ease of installation, safety, and certification of the Meltio Robot Cell, listing key technical specifications and capabilities, including a one-year subscription to Meltio Space. The company highlighted the system’s ability to function in a controlled environment, cautioning against outdoor use.
Pricing the Meltio Robot Cell below $300,000, Meltio positions it as a competitive option in the market, with lead times projected to be four to six weeks in 2023. Future updates, such as the inert bubble feature, are in development to enhance the system’s capabilities, particularly for printing with high-oxidizing materials like titanium.
Meltio expressed its commitment to customer satisfaction, considering requests on a case-by-case basis regarding certification needs and low oxidation requirements. As Meltio continues to innovate, the Meltio Robot Cell stands as a promising solution for industries seeking efficient and secure 3D metal printing with integrated robotic technology.
