Additive Manufacturing: Transforming Energy and Mobility in the 21st Century
Introduction
Additive manufacturing is redefining how we design and produce, becoming essential for industries focused on sustainability, customization, and efficiency. With advanced technologies and materials like PEEK and Carbon PEEK, Roboze leads this transformation, supporting strategic sectors like energy and mobility in rethinking traditional production models.
How can additive manufacturing impact supply chains and sustainability? Let’s explore its advantages and real-world applications.
Additive Manufacturing: breaking the limits of Traditional Production
Conventional manufacturing, despite its longstanding dominance, has clear limitations: high tooling costs, material waste, and inflexible production timelines. Additive manufacturing overcomes these barriers by offering:
• Design flexibility: Create complex geometries that simplify assemblies and reduce part count.
• Reduced waste: Use material only where it’s needed, lowering costs and environmental impact.
• On-Demand customization: Tailor solutions without additional costs for design changes.
These advantages are especially vital in energy and mobility sectors, where demands for reliability, performance, and sustainability are highest.
Learn how additive manufacturing is reshaping the industrial landscape.
Energy and Mobility: industries in transition
Energy
Additive manufacturing offers diverse applications in the energy sector, from offshore platforms to wind turbines. With advanced materials like PEEK and Carbon PEEK, Roboze delivers:
• Chemical and mechanical resistance: Ideal for harsh environments like offshore or geothermal plants.
• Weight reduction: Lightweight yet strong components improve energy efficiency.
• Localized production: Manufacture components on-site, minimizing supply chain delays.
Example: Cooling turbine blades in Carbon PEEK withstand high temperatures and improve energy efficiency, reducing costs and extending system lifespan.
Mobility
In mobility, additive manufacturing transforms both design and logistics. Electric vehicles, trains, and aircraft benefit from:
• Weight Reduction: Every gram saved translates into lower fuel consumption and a greater range.
• Custom Components: Tailored parts meet local regulations or specific requirements.
• Sustainability: Locally produced components reduce transportation emissions.
Case Study: Roboze partnered with industry leaders to produce tooling for plastic tube bending in ToolingX CF, cutting weight by 80% compared to metal and enhancing manual operations. Read the full case study here.
Sustainability and Just-in-Time Production
Additive manufacturing directly addresses the need for sustainable practices. Through just-in-time production, Roboze helps companies:
• Eliminate waste: Produce only what’s needed, when it’s needed.
• Optimize resources: Reduce inventory and associated costs.
• Minimize environmental impact: Localized production slashes emissions from global transportation.
In energy: On-demand production of critical spares prevents stockpile deterioration and ensures operational continuity.
In mobility: Rapid just-in-time production accelerates time-to-market, offering a competitive edge.
Advanced materials for extreme environments
Traditional additive technologies often fall short in extreme conditions. Roboze addresses these challenges with materials like PEEK, Carbon PEEK, and ULTEM™ AM9085, offering:
• High-Temperature Resistance: Ideal for turbines and engines.
• Chemical Durability: Perfect for corrosive environments.
• Mechanical performance: Ability to withstand high loads without compromising integrity.
These materials not only replace metals but often surpass them, ensuring superior safety and reliability.
Explore Roboze’s full range of advanced materials and their practical applications.
Digitized and resilient Supply Chains
Additive manufacturing is revolutionizing supply chains with tangible benefits:
• Localized Production: Reduce lead times and dependency on international suppliers.
• Rapid Response: Quickly adapt to demand changes or operational emergencies.
• Digitalization: Virtual warehouses with CAD files replace physical stock, enabling on-demand printing.
Example: A rail manufacturer reduced critical spare part lead times by 86% through localized additive manufacturing.
Conclusion: creating value with Roboze
Roboze is more than an additive manufacturing provider—it’s a strategic partner for companies looking to innovate, optimize, and sustain their operations. With advanced materials, just-in-time production, and solutions for extreme environments, Roboze empowers businesses to tackle the challenges of 21st-century industry.
Contact our experts to discover how Roboze can support your transition to more efficient and sustainable production.