How 3D printing is transforming the production of rubber hose molds for the automotive industry
Cut lead time from weeks to days with high-performance 3D printed molds, enabling fast, flexible, and cost-effective small-batch production.
Create intricate mold designs with complex internal channels and cooling systems that would be impossible to manufacture using traditional methods.
Significantly reduce tooling costs and material waste while maintaining high quality and precision for small to medium production runs.
How a leading automotive manufacturer transformed their production process
A major automotive parts supplier needed to produce complex rubber hose molds with intricate internal geometries while reducing production time and costs. Traditional manufacturing methods were unable to meet these requirements efficiently.
Using INTAMSYS high-temperature 3D printing technology, we developed a custom manufacturing process that allowed for the direct production of functional molds with optimized cooling channels and complex geometries.
The client achieved a 80% reduction in production time, 56% cost savings, and significantly improved product quality with enhanced consistency in the final rubber hoses.
"The 3D printed molds have completely transformed our production process. We've not only reduced costs and time-to-market but also improved the quality and consistency of our rubber hoses. This technology has given us a significant competitive advantage."
