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Dri-Cities Waterproofing Solutions is a company based in Vancouver, BC which has been in the building maintenance industry for over 30 years, specializing in caulking high-rise buildings and tilt-ups. Over the years they developed an innovative caulking solution, and wanted to produce it commercially for sale. Dri-cities was looking for a local manufacturer to provide on-demand manufacturing of their product, which could scale with their needs. They produed their initial parts with 3D printing, but found that the technology could produce one part at a time and had issues with consistency, making mass manufacturing a challenge. Conversely, injection molding was prohibitively expensive for low-to mid-volume manufacturing, and slow to deliver. Dri-Cities perferred a local service provider that could provide high-quality, affordabe parts, and was capable of seamlessly scaling from prototypes to low-volume production of end-use parts. They approached Tempus 3D for a solution. Tempus 3D specializes in supporting Canadian buisnesses to transition from prototyping through low-volume production of industrial-grade plastic parts. Dri-Cities chose to produce their parts with Nylon 12 for it's strength, durability, and resistance to moisture and chemicals. Tempus produced the parts using HP Multi Jet Fusion technology because of it's ability to quickly produce low-to-mid volume production runs of high-quality industrial plastics at a low cost per part. Within days of ordering, Dri-Cities received their first prototypes and sample parts. Once the prototypes were tested and validated, a low-volume production run was used to produce samples for initial discussions with distribution partners across North America, and provide initial inventory for sale. Dri-Cities now has their product released to the market for commercial sale. Industrial 3D printing allowed Dri-Cities to refine their prototype in an extremely cost-effective manner, and once proven they were able to go to market with an initial product without investing a substantial amount of money in inventory and still maintaining a profit margin. As Dri-Cities continues to see increasing demand for their products Tempus is there to help them scale and meet their needs. Additive manufacturing with industrial 3D printing technology gives Dri-Cities the flexibility to order parts as needed, upgrade the design as needed without increasing cost, and maintain very competitve pricing for themselves and their customers. Read the full case study to learn more about Dri-Cities' success story, or visit Tempus 3D to explore the benefits of manufacturing with inustrial 3D printing technology.

​The team at Tempus 3D was approached by a First Nations group from British Columbia to assist in creating a copper replica of an Eagle Skull. The skull was extremely delicate and fragile and they wanted to produce a piece that was more durable and had an aged copper look to it.​ The first challenge was to create an accurate replica of the original skull. Because of it's fragility, the skull needed to be digitally scanned with a precise, no-contact scanning device that would not damage the original structure. This was completed with the help of Selkirk Technology Access Centre (STAC) in Trail BC, who were able to use their 3D scanning technology and software to scan the skull, transform it to an editable digital file, and complete digital edits to the file to repair some damage to the skull had suffered over the years. The digital file was sent to the team at Tempus 3D, who test-printed several copies on their HP Multi Jet Fusion 3D printer in order to achieve the highest-quality result. We chose nylon PA12 for the material because of it's robust nature, precision, and ability to be coated with a variety of finishes. The final step was to apply the copper finishing. Tempus 3D reached out to the team at Repliform, which specializes in electroplating 3D printed plastics and other non-conductive materials. Repliform was able to take the 3D printed pieces and turn out a beautiful aged-copper finish that preserved the fine details and highlighted the beauty of the original form. The beautiful end result highlights what can be accomplished with collaboration between results-oriented professionals and leveraging the latest digital manufacturing technology. The team at Tempus 3D, in collaboration and consultation with our customer, our partners at STAC, and our partners at Repliform, was able to deliver a product that is durable, repeatable, and most importantly beautiful for our customer. Tempus 3D specializes in producing robust, affordable industrial plastics with top-of-the-line 3D printing technology for designers and innovators across Canada. With Tempus’ location in the interior of British Columbia it is uniquely capable of serving the BC and Alberta markets with cost-effective overnight shipping and the ability to turn around rush orders in as little as 36 hours. We at Tempus feel this is just the beginning of what manufacturing will look like in the future; it will be more responsive, more custom, and more local allowing innovators across sectors to bring products to market quicker and in a more environmentally friendly way. At Tempus, we are MAKING IT POSSIBLE. Read the full case study at tempus3d.com/copper-plated-eagle-skull-case-study Explore more of Tempus 3D's case studies and articles at https://www.tempus3d.com/news Learn more about HP Multi Jet Fusion 3D printing technology Explore the industrial plastics available from Tempus 3D.

Tempus 3D is an Additive Manufacturing company serving the Canadian market with industrial 3D printing services. Our primary technology is the HP Multi Jet Fusion 5200, which is an industry leader in mass production of affordable, high-quality plastic parts and prototypes. As one of only a few HP qualified 3D printing service bureaus in Canada, Tempus 3D can guarantee consistently high-quality, end-use parts, delivered on-time and on-spec. Our online quote and ordering system allows you to easily compare prices, order in minutes and receive parts in days. The benefits to our clients include: Next-generation manufacturing: Businesses worldwide are using additive manufacturing to save time and money while avoiding the design limitations inherent in traditional manufacturing processes. Accelerate your time to market: With online ordering, quick turnaround times, and the ability to print multiple iterations at once, you can quickly test prototypes in real-world situations and scale to full production with no change to the design and printing process. Avoid costly supply chains: Avoid unnecessary costs and delays due to customs controls, material shortages and overseas shipping. Quality assurance: Our quality guarantee ensures your parts will meet the specifications listed on our website. Tempus 3D is HP certified and has strict quality control procedures to ensure consistently high-quality results. Check out our website at www.tempus3d.com. We are always here to help and answer any questions you may have. You can also check prices or get a custom quote through our online quoting portal.

Spark Laser is a business based in Vancouver, BC that specializes in the design and manufacturing of commercial laser cutting machines. Spark Laser was looking for a local manufacturer that was able to rapidly produce low-volume production runs of prototypes and end-use plastic parts that were robust enough for an industrial environment, and affordable enough to keep their production costs down. With approximately 40 unique plastic parts to manufacture, traditional methods like injection molding would costs thousands of dollars and months to produce, without the flexibility to do on-the-fly design modifications. Spark Laser approached Tempus 3D to find a quicker and more adaptable manufacturing solution. With HP Multi Jet Fusion 3D printing technology, Tempus 3D was able to quickly build multiple iterations of their prototype parts with Nylon PA12, which provides the quality, consistency, and aesthetics they needed. The same 3D printing technology is used to manufacture the end-use parts on an on-demand basis, allowing Spark Laser to seamlessly scale production and bring their product to market more quickly and easily. Tempus 3D continues to support Spark Laser with the production of parts and are both heavily invested in bringing manufacturing back to Canada. As Spark continues to see increasing demand for their products Tempus is there to help them scale and meet their production needs. We at Tempus feel this is just the beginning of what manufacturing will look like in the future and it will be more responsive, more custom, and more local allowing innovators across sectors to bring products to market quicker and in a more environmentally friendly way. Read the full case study https://www.tempus3d.com/spark-laser-case-study Learn more about HP Multi Jet Fusion 3D printing technology https://www.tempus3d.com/hp-multi-jet-fusion Learn more about how Tempus 3D can help you with manufacturing affordable, high-performance industrial plastics https://www.tempus3d.com/

The automotive industry has been transformed by the opportunities provided by additive manufacturing, which is also known as industrial 3D printing. As 3D printing technology and materials have evolved and diversified, 3D printing has moved from an optional technology limited to producing simple prototypes to an integral part of the manufacturing process, from initial conceptualization to production of final parts. Applications of Additive Manufacturing in the Automotive Industry Typical applications of additive manufacturing (AM) in the automotive industry include: Design and concept communication 3D printed scale models allow engineers to communicate and demonstrate design concepts for new vehicles or vehicle components. These models are also used for the aerodynamic testing of new models. Rapid prototyping and design validation Vehicle manufacturers are in a continual race to create better products and get them to market faster than their competitors. AM makes this process quicker and more affordable, with its ability to quickly create working prototypes in just a few hours, instead of typical turnarounds of several days or more. Design optimization and weight reduction The additive manufacturing process allows manufacturers to use a variety of strategies to reduce weight and optimize the design of parts, including using lighter materials, eliminating non-structural material, or integrating multiple parts into one. Jigs, fixtures and tooling In the production stage, additive manufacturing is used to rapidly manufacture grips, jigs and fixtures, as well as make molds for parts. This allows manufacturers to streamline the assembly process and produce customized tools at a low cost. Production parts As 3D printing technology and materials improve, an increasing number of manufacturers are producing end-use parts with additive manufacturing. This manfuacturing process offers greater freedom of design and ability to innovate without sacrificing strength or structural integrity when compared to traditional manufacturing. Customized parts Additive manufacturing makes it easy and cost-effective to create unique items or low-volume production runs of custom parts, in a way not previously possible. These are being used to customize new vehicles according to customers' specifications, or retrofit existing vehicles to improve performance or appearance. Replacement parts With the use of CAD, designs for all parts can be kept as a digital copy, making the need to keep inventory obsolete. Even parts that no longer exist can potentially be remade to requirement, or reverse engineered based on digital scans of existing parts. Benefits of Additive Manufacturing in the Automotive Industry Reduced production time Additive manufacturing provides a much faster turnaround time for prototypes and short-run production than traditional manufacturing. Additional time is saved if multiple parts can be integrated into one design, which eliminates the time and cost of assembly. Less wasted material Generally, additive manufacturing produces far less wasted material than traditional manufacturing because the parts are built layer-by-layer, rather than removing unnecessary material from a solid piece or creating unique molds for each part design. Supply chain optimization Automotive manufacturers are eliminating delays due to supply chain issues by manufacturing parts on-site or outsourcing to local 3D printing service bureaus. Reduced energy consumption Additive manufacturing is far less energy-intensive than traditional manufacturing processes. An additional benefit is lower fuel consumption and pollution due to minimized shipping of raw materials and final product, as parts are manufactured closer to home. Reduced inventory As additive manufacturing is used to create replacement parts and tooling, facilities require less inventory space to store the extra parts. This can reduce overhead and save space. Cost savings All of the above factors can result in cost benefits and reductions, especially over time and when compared to traditional manufacturing, yielding a positive return on investment. Supporting Manufacturers with Industrial 3D Printing With Tempus’ location in the interior of British Columbia it is uniquely capable of serving British Columbia and Alberta markets with cost-effective overnight shipping and the ability to turn around rush orders in as little as 36 hours. We at Tempus feel this is just the beginning of what manufacturing will look like in the future; it will be more responsive, more custom, and more local allowing innovators across sectors to bring products to market quicker and in a more environmentally friendly way. At Tempus, we are MAKING IT POSSIBLE.” To learn more about the uses and benefits of additive manufacturing in the automotive industry, read the full article. Learn more about additive manufacturing with Tempus 3D

Customer at a Glance IBC Technologies was founded more than 25 years ago with the express purpose of improving the world of hydronic heating. IBC currently serves the entire North American market and continues to produce innovative products for residential and commercial heating out of their Vancouver, BC location. The Challenge IBC Technologies was designing a jig that could be used to simplify and accelerate the assembly of fan components to be used in an industrial boiler. They need a manufacturing process that was quick and affordable enough to rapidly design, test, and revise multiple iterations of the jig, then produce the final part with minimal delay. Local manufacturing and sustainability were also an important consideration. Producing jig prototypes with metal and CNC machining would have incurred high costs and long lead times, as well as producing an unacceptable amount of wasted material with this subtractive manufacturing process. They were interested in exploring alternative solutions. Solution IBC required quick lead times and a material robust enough to withstand long-term use with minimal wear-and-tear. The large size of the jig was also a technical barrier to overcome, as many of the more affordable manufacturing processes are limited in the size of part they can produce. IBC turned to Tempus 3D, a local additive manufacturing company, to find a solution. IBC collaborated with Tempus' technical team to determine the best material and manufacturing processes for the jig. Multiple design iterations were produced and tested, including mounting 3D printed plastic parts on aluminum plate. Tempus recommended using Nylon 12 plastic 3D printed with HP Multi Jet Fusion 3D printing technology to produce the prototypes and final jig. The Nylon 12 provided the stiffness, wear resistance and chemical stability to provide years of use with minimal wear and tear, and Multi Jet Fusion 3D printing ensured precise dimensional accuracy, minimal wasted material as well as a large enough build chamber to accommodate the size of the jig. Result IBC was able to save time and money by using industrial 3D printing for the prototyping and manufacturing process, as well as meet their sustainability goals and keep manufacturing close to home. Quick turnaround time: Using HP Multi Jet Fusion (MJF) 3D printing technology allowed multiple prototypes to be quickly built, revised and tested, minimizing the delay between designing the first prototype and utilizing the final product. Cost reduction: Nylon 12 plastic is a very robust and cost-effective material, especially compared to machined metal or other traditional manufacturing. This made it affordable to produce and test multiple functional prototypes to test in real-world conditions before finalizing the design. Single-step manufacturing: Producing the jig in one piece saved manufacturing and assembly costs, as well as ensuring that each design revision and the final product were able to be manufactured and shipped within days of ordering. Sustainability: By working with Tempus 3D, IBC was able to meet it's green manufacturing goals in a number of ways. Using a local a local manufacturer and single material minimized the shipping cost for raw materials and the final product. Also, additive manufacturing using 3D printing technology eliminates the excessive waste traditionally produced by subtractive manufacturing processes, such as CNC machining. To learn how industrial 3D printing is revolutionizing the manufacturing and design industries, read the full case study or visit Tempus 3D's website and 3D printing design guidelines. Learn more about industrial 3D printing with Tempus 3D Visit IBC Technologies Learn more about industrial 3D printing and additive manufacturing with HP Multi Jet Fusion

One of the greatest advantages of 3D printing is that it simplifies the supply chain. By localizing the supply chain, manufacturers have greater control of their production timelines and materials, and they will lower their environmental impact. Tempus 3D is proud to support manufacturers and designers with mass-produce engineering-grade plastic parts. With printing speeds up to 10x faster than comparable technologies, our Multi Jet Fusion technology is a popular choice for the transition between prototyping and mass production of end-use parts. What is a Localized Supply Chain? A localized supply chain means lowering the carbon footprint of the manufacturing process by eliminating convoluted manufacturing assembly lines and transportation of parts and materials. By localizing the Tempus 3D supply chain, we are reducing both the environmental impact and manufacturing risks associated with transportation and complex supply chains. Localizing the supply chain will also mean that by utilizing new technologies, consumers will one day be able to print their parts, fix their products, and create longevity in products. 3D printing has the potential to dramatically decrease the number of products ending up in landfills. Simplifying the Supply Chain The supply chain for part production is more than just materials, it also includes labour and production tools. Traditionally when a designer chose to make changes or innovations to a part or product, it would require dramatic increases in the cost of labour and other production elements such as jigs and molds. These production tools would need to be made or re-made based on the new specs. 3D printing has eliminated these unnecessary and prohibitive costs. Using 3D printing technology designers can now efficiently make digital design changes, and with the push of a button, they can create a functional prototype without the creation of production tools. By simplifying the supply chain, not only can parts be manufactured more efficiently without material delays, but they can not be altered and updated more cost effectively and efficiently. The Advantages of Single Step Manufacturing Using 3D Printing Tempus 3D understands that when you are designing or altering a part or product, it is essential to do so as efficiently as possible. Single-step manufacturing is the solution to this challenge. This manufacturing approach means a producer can eliminate the time consuming and expensive multistep processes used in traditional manufacturing. By using a single step additive manufacturing approach, the ability to create a prototype is drastically simplified, minimizing the investment, time, and risk required to prove a concept, part, or product. The single step manufacturing capability will also eliminate the costs associated with various trades required in traditional manufacturing and post-manufacturing assembly. To learn more about how Tempus 3D can help you to eliminate costly and inefficient supply chain challenges and produce your next part or product utilizing single step manufacturing, contact us today! Learn more about the environmental benefits of 3D printing Additive Manfuacturing options with Tempus 3D

As global citizens we are looking for tangible and real ways to minimize our impact on the planet. 3D printing has the potential to drastically lower the environmental impact of manufacturing. At Tempus 3D we believe we have an important opportunity and responsibility towards the environment around us, as well as to the greater community we live in and collaborate with. How 3D Printing Helps the Environment Tempus 3D is committed to protecting the environment by developing and implementing sustainable manufacturing approaches. Keep reading to learn more about how 3D printing is a sustainable solution for the manufacturing industry across sectors: Jet Fusion 3D Printing Using Jet Fusion 3D printing, Tempus 3D is proud to provide our customers with a manufacturing approach that reduces waste, lowers carbon emissions and footprint, and that supports a circular economy. 3D printing reduces manufacturing waste through a paradigm-shifting additive manufacturing approach. At Tempus 3D we utilize the HP Multi Jet Fusion 5200. This cutting-edge technology has industry-leading material re-usability and has operator training and quality control processes that minimize the chance of parts rejected due to being out of specification. Additive vs Subtractive Manufacturing The traditional approach to manufacturing requires beginning with a large piece of material and cutting away parts until you have your desired outcome. 3D printing builds the part layer by layer, from the ground up. This new approach results in far less waste, reduces environmental impacts and, as a bonus, saves money. Minimizing Supply Chain Tempus 3D is pleased to help our customers lower their carbon footprint by eliminating convoluted manufacturing assembly lines and supply chains. By localizing our supply chain, we are reducing both the environmental impact and manufacturing risks associated with transportation and complex supply chains. Finally, Tempus 3D's industry-leading technology means consumers will be able to print their parts, fix their products, minimize inventory, and create longevity in products. 3D printing has the potential to dramatically decrease the number of products ending up in landfills. To learn more about the potential of 3D printing for your business and how you can help minimize the impact your manufacturing has on the environment, contact us today.

The use of 3D printing in the manufacturing and design industry has seen exceptional growth in recent years. The rapid advancements in the 3D printing process and materials have resulted in the ability to cost-effectively manufacture end-use parts that meet or exceed the quality of parts produced by other manufacturing methods. In fact, 3D printing simplifies manufacturing services, allowing for a simple three-step approach: Design Print Install In contrast, traditional manufacturing methods, such as injection molding or CNC machining, require multiple steps to create a product or part, and are limited in their ability to manufacture parts with complex geometries. Because of these limitations traditional manufacturing processes can be costly, inefficient, and time-consuming, especially for prototyping or short-run manufacturing. 3D Printing Complements Traditional Molding or CNC Machining Approaches The use of industrial 3D printing, or additive manufacturing, has proven to be an excellent complement to traditional manufacturing. 3D printing, coupled with traditional approaches, offers a variety of unique benefits and cost savings being realized by an increasing number of designers and manufacturers in Canada and across the world. The additive manufacturing process of 3D printing allows designers to efficiently deliver an accurate and effective product using a sustainable process that mitigates risks, allows for creativity and freedom in design, and provides an opportunity for truly customizable product manufacturing. 3D Printing is Accessible to You While industrial 3D printing services in Canada are still a small sector of the market, it is becoming increasingly accessible and has proven itself as a viable and effective manufacturing approach. Tempus 3D helps fill the manufacturing gap in Canada with advanced 3D printing technology specifically designed for small-to-medium run manufacturing of end-use parts. Our specialty is HP Multi Jet Fusion 3D printing which is specifically designed to manufacture affordable, high quality end-use plastic parts. By using the online quote feature on our website, all you need to do is upload your files and you can compare prices and order directly online. Tempus 3D can support your next affordable, custom 3D manufacturing design project for high-performance plastic parts, using industry-leading 3D print technology such as HP Multi Jet Fusion. Contact us today to learn more about how we can support your manufacturing needs.

There are many types of 3D printing available, but to be able to economically and reliably produce one to tens of thousands of parts in engineering grade material, powder bed technologies are the logical choice. The speed of production, level of detail, affordability, and overall quality of the end product sets this technology apart from all other 3D printing processes. ​ Multi Jet Fusion (MJF) is most closely comparable to Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) technology. Like SLS it works by adding sequential layers of polymer powder into a build chamber, and the most common material for both is Nylon PA12. In contrast to SLS which uses a single point laser, MJF uses a combination of a fusing agent jetted onto the powder surface and a high powered heat source to selectively fuse areas of each layer together to form parts. This means that Multi Jet Fusion produces parts with similar material properties, but at a much higher volume per print. ​ MJF and SLS have similar material properties, but Multi Jet Fusion has several distinct advantages: ​MJF is approximately 10x faster than SLS. MJF is 15-30% less expensive than SLS, with greater cost advantage at higher volumes. MJF parts have superior strength and flexibility compared to SLS MJF has more homogenous mechanical properties compared to SLS, which is weaker along the print axis. MJF can print approximately 1000 gears in 3 hours, compared to 79 gears in 3 hours with SLS or 36 gears in 3 hours with FDM 3D printing technology. Read the full article https://www.tempus3d.com/compare-multi-jet-fusion-to-sls-and-fdm Learn more about HP Multi Jet Fusion https://www.tempus3d.com/hp-multi-jet-fusion Learn more about HP PA12 https://www.tempus3d.com/hp-nylon-pa12

The use of 3D printing in the manufacturing and design industry has seen an exceptional level of growth over the past several years. This is because of the rapid advancements in 3D printing processes and materials, resulting in the ability to cost-effectively manufacture end-use parts that meet or exceed the quality of parts produced by other manufacturing methods. 3D printing simplifies manufacturing services, allowing for a simple three step approach; design, print, install. In contrast, traditional manufacturing process, such as injection molding or CNC machining, require multiple steps to create a product or part, and are limited in their ability to manufacture parts with complex geometries. Because of these limitations traditional manufacturing processes can be costly, inefficient, and time-consuming, especially for prototyping or short-run manufacturing. The use of industrial 3D printing (also known as additive manufacturing) has proven to be an excellent complement to traditional manufacturing, with unique benefits and cost savings being realized by an increasing number of designers and manufacturers in Canada and across the world. The additive manufacturing process of 3D printing allows designers the ability to efficiently deliver an accurate and effective product using a sustainable process that mitigates risks, allows for creativity and freedom in design, and provides an opportunity for truly customizable product manufacturing. While industrial 3D printing services in Canada are still a small sector of the market, it is becoming increasingly accessible and has proven itself as a viable and effective manufacturing approach. Tempus 3D helps fill the manufacturing gap in Canada with advanced 3D printing technology specifically designed for small-to-medium run manufacturing of end-use parts. Our specialty is HP Multi Jet Fusion 3D printing which is specifically designed to manufacture affordable, high-quality end-use plastic parts. Learn more about how Tempus 3D can help you with your manufacturing needs https://www.tempus3d.com/

HP put industrial 3D printing to the test by lifting a 1995 Avalon with a 3D printed chain link produced using HP’s Multi Jet Fusion technology. The chain was printed in under an hour and weighs just 0.25 pounds. Check out this video to see how it performed. Explore Tempus 3D's industrial-strength 3D printing materials Learn more about HP Multi Jet Fusion 3D printing technology Learn more about how Tempus 3D can support you with your protoyping and manfuacturing needs https://www.tempus3d.com/