Gantri's founders aim to change how designers create quality products for the general public through an inspiring 3D printing process.
Using Ultimaker 2 Extended + for prototyping, products are based on traditional techniques, driven by new technologies, saving time and money for a passionate team of designers.
From Model to Market with 3D Printing
Gantri faced a challenge early on. To succeed, they needed to keep costs low and optimize production time without sacrificing the creative process. By delving into the world of 3D printers,
the team eliminated unnecessary tools and inventory, opening new doors for productivity and setting quality standards.
"As a company using 3D printing to produce finished products, we needed to overcome the impact on smoothness and strive for quality."
Lights from Gantri's design team
Gantri's current collection of table lamps offers this flexibly coordinated production method. Their print manufacturing facility houses several Ultimaker 2 Extended + machines, providing stable production. The process of fine-tuning with 3D printing
enables Gantri to accommodate a wider range of designs and materials without sacrificing quality.
An Illuminating System
Their product system combines standardized components (such as lighting fixtures) with 3D-printed parts to manufacture lighting, offering truly unique items for home or office.
While this streamlined design process doesn't lack fundamental production standards.
Gantri's manufacturing team tests its parts through prototyping and performs rigorous quality checks before items are sent to their online store (produced on demand). This ensures the highest quality is maintained and the designer's vision is accurately conveyed.
Assembling Gantri lamp base Gantri team member assembling electronic components
Modern Design Supported by Reliability
When deciding which printer to use for the best business model, the team knew they needed a reliable way to handle all their quality testing and prototyping needs.
Most importantly, they needed to find a machine that could produce smooth prints early on to reduce the number of iterations required during the design phase.
Supporting Gantri's internal optimization, their Ultimaker 2 Extended+ printers are capable of producing near-production quality prints with very little manual post-processing.
The Gantri team says
"Reliability gives us confidence that once a product has gone through the design process, it can be repeatedly printed with virtually no unforeseen issues."
To achieve the highest levels of productivity and efficiency, Gantri's Ultimaker printers operate around the clock under the supervision of their 3D Manufacturing Manager, Thomas Campbell.
This process proves that their current production output exceeds 90%, and the reliability of the Ultimaker line provides peace of mind for printing needs.
Gantri's Ultimaker Print Farm
When it comes to materials, Gantri has established a standard for quality integrity. White Voltivo ExcelFil EVO offers both the printability of PLA and the toughness similar to ABS.
With further material development, they also collaborated with ColorFabb to create their own diffuse light PLA, with the unique property of smoothly diffusing light.
As the first creative platform for premium design products, Gantri is leveraging 3D printing technology to provide full functionality.
Manufacturing with Ultimaker printers reduces the average 18-month product development cycle for designers to about 3 weeks, with pre-designed parts and designer resources available for download.
Finishing product parts on Ultimaker Gantri team member assembling a lamp
This process reduces costs, making their system an important alternative to traditional methods that can cost tens of thousands. Conversely, Gantri profits from selling high-quality design products at a fraction of the cost of luxury designs,
while also connecting creative minds with consumers worldwide.
Rewarding Passionate Creators
Gantri understands that their success largely depends on individual design and the ability to discover unique products.
They believe that entrepreneurial opportunities should not be limited to large enterprises, but should choose to elevate creativity at all levels.
"Our goal is to enable talented designers to be their own bosses, develop businesses around their passion, and be rewarded for their work on our platform."
Gantri team discussing product design
As they look to the future of 3D printed products, they are excited about the possibilities of using new materials and assisting various industries.
The team says: "The new 3D printing market allows us to create huge and exciting experiences."
To accommodate their brand development, they hope to expand the number of Ultimaker printers to achieve a more seamless, automated workflow that aligns with their unique business model.
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Original source:https://ultimaker.com/en/stories/49986-gantri-shedding-light-on-unique-3d-printed-designs