50. : Rapid prototyping process saves tooling costs; new technology can utilize same metal as finished part.

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50. Rapid prototyping process saves tooling costs; new technology can utilize same metal as finished part.

Author Frank Haflich

Source American Metal Market, Sept 8, 1993 v101 n173 p6(1).

Abstract Allied Signal Engines has developed a new system in conjunction with 3D Systems Inc to produced rapid metal prototypes at greatly reduced tooling costs. The method is called 'QuickCast' and uses a new type of plastic prototype to create a ceramic mold of the engine part. The 'QuickCast' system is suited for small production runs where tooling costs cannot be recovered by amortization.

*Source*s at Allied Signal estimate that the new prototyping process saves $50,000 and up to 10 weeks over conventional processes. XX

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