Würth has announced a partnership with Raise3D and Henkel to bring 3D printing to everyday applications. The partnership builds on an existing collaboration between additive manufacturing specialist Würth Additive Group, 3D printing specialist Raise3D and additive resin specialist Henkel.

Würth Additive, Raise3D, and Henkel Loctite’s 3D teams have synchronised their equipment, inventory platform, and materials. This has resulted in tailored and simplified product applications that have been tested by one of the first DIS beta-users, IMS Verbindungstechnik, a specialist in fasteners crafted from plastic, metal, and spring steel.

Raise3D products will be sold through Würth channels and be directly integrated with Digital Inventory Services, using Loctite’s tested resins for automated workflows and easier quality control. This collaboration focuses on enhancing the end user’s customer experience with productive 3D-printed parts in distributed manufacturing. Würth Additive Group, Raise3D, and Henkel are committed to continuously improving and meeting customer needs, and they plan to include more collaborators in the future.

AJ Strandquist, CEO of Würth Additive Group, said: “Raise3D is not just a partner; they are a powerhouse of experience and expertise, prioritising the end user’s experience. Their printers, operating in an internal service bureau and producing hundreds of thousands of parts, demonstrate their understanding of bringing additive applications into production. Their experience has led to the development of some of the most advanced 3D systems on the market. Integrating our Digital Inventory Services (DIS) IoT Edge Device into their equipment and hardware systems opens up a world of possibilities, giving our customers complete control over their production. With Henkel strategically joining this mission as well, we can offer customers more choices with no loss in the ease of use for our automated workflows.” 

Edward Feng, CEO of Raise3D, said: “Würth Additive is the ideal partner as we look into future growth. Their DIS platform enhances the utility of our products and ensures they meet the application’s needs. As a machine manufacturer and solutions provider, I’m well aware of the complexities of 3D printing. The good news is that we can simplify this complexity through a user-friendly experience and controlled workflows. Combining our core competencies, we prioritise putting the customer first and providing exceptional value to AM users.”