Investor Presentaiton
Advantages of AM
Decentralized Manufacturing
Traditional Manufacturing
Metroflexx Brake panel
An integrated brake control
system that features a
service brake, emergency
brake, and wheel slide
protection. The pneumatic
base plate acts as a
manifold with many
internal channels to direct
air to other systems in the
transit vehicle.
Measurements:
275x320x39 mm
1. Pneumatic channels are machined into solid aluminum
plates which are then sandwiched together.
2.Assembly requires multiple fasteners and gaskets
which add to assembly time and can be potential
sources for air leaks.
3.Component manufactured in France and shipped for
use in the USA resulting in long lead times.
Additive Manufacturing
1. Design optimization contribution to significant weight
reduction. Weight reduction of 5 kg (from 7kg to 2kg)
2.Additive Manufacturing enables for 32 parts to be
combined in 1
3.Decentralized manufacturing leading to reduction in
lead times by 70%.
Material: AlSi10Mg
(Aluminium)
Machine: SLMⓇ800
Source: SLM
Note: Based on case study with Wabtec Corporation, for more info click here.
Metroflexx
Pneumatic
Base Plate
SLM
SOLUTIONS
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