3D Printed Parts Manufacturing

1/1 scale mockups for product PR produced in a short period of time 

SOLIZE cooperated with Sanden Corporation in the production of a large-scale mockup. In preparation for their exhibit at CES 2025, one of the world's largest consumer electronics and IT trade shows, SOLIZE made multiple proposals even without detailed specifications, and quickly completed a mockup of an automobile that would catch the eye even in an exhibition hall dominated by consumer electronics.

A mockup of the stationary energy storage system "MEGALORE" was created using a 3D printer

SOLIZE's 3D printed products have been adopted for mockups to be displayed at large-scale exhibitions such as "JAPAN MOBILITY SHOW 2023" and "International Logistics Exhibition 2024."

We cooperated in the design and production of piping for wind tunnel testing models, reducing the lead time to wind tunnel testing by 1/4 and the cost by 1/3

The team learned about 3D printed wind tunnel models at an academic conference, and in order to solve their problem, they made use of SOLIZE's 3D printed prototype production service, which has experience in producing models for wind tunnel experiments at Sensoji Temple and can also design them.

[First case in Japan] Lexus LC500 genuine optional part "Oil cooler duct" manufactured with 3D printer

SOLIZE's HP Jet Fusion 3D printed product has been adopted for the duct of the automatic transmission (AT) oil cooler, which will be installed as an option on the Lexus LC500 from the 2024 model year. This is the first time in Japan that a 3D printed product has been adopted for a genuine optional part by an automobile manufacturer.

SOLIZE's 3D printing final product production adopted for BNR32 defroster grill

SOLIZE has achieved the design and manufacture of replacement parts using 3D printing for the first time in the "NISMO Heritage" initiative by Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. in 2021. This time, as the second installment of the "NISMO Heritage Parts," SOLIZE has produced a 3D printed final product to reproduce the defroster grille to be installed on the dashboard.

High-end headphones are made with a 3D printer, reducing weight and reducing costs

Iida Piano Co., Ltd. has released the new KuraDa brand headphones "KD-Q1" for the first time in six years. SOLIZE's 3D printing final product production service was used to produce most of the body, such as the housing and arms.

JAXA and SOLIZE jointly develop metal 3D printed loop heat pipe ~World's first thermal control device made by integrally molding two different types of porous bodies~

JAXA is a national research and development agency that conducts research and development of domestic rockets, artificial satellites, aircraft, etc. JAXA and SOLIZE are jointly developing the porous body, the heart of the next-generation device "loop heat pipe" that handles the thermal management of satellites and probes in space, using metal 3D printing technology.

Cooperating to create nozzles to prevent chip clogging in machining centers through analysis, design and 3D printing 

In order to ensure that the coolant reaches the desired location, we commissioned SOLIZE to design a nozzle using analytical technology and manufacture the nozzle using a 3D printer, reducing minor stops and breakdowns and improving production efficiency.

Improving the quality of masking jigs used on mass production paint lines with 3D printing technology

As a permanent solution to the paint defects, we adopted SOLIZE's 3D printer-utilizing design (Design for Additive Manufacturing: DfAM) and AM technology implementation support service.

Material: AlSi12
Purpose: Performance evaluation model

• Optimized design ensures there are no internal supports.
• Multiple parts are integrated to shorten delivery times.
• No need to braze pipes and fins.
• The teardrop-shaped cross-sectional shape increases the surface area and improves the surface roughness of the internal flow paths.

Material: Duraform® GF + heat-resistant resin
Delivery time: 1 week or more
Secondary processing: Insert bonding

By studying the engine assembly process in advance, the production line can be started up early. Also, by using heat-resistant transparent materials, visualization testing is possible.

• 17 types of combinations of laser lithography, powder lithography, and 3D printer materials to suit your purpose.
• The largest material variation in the industry
• Delivery possible within one week, including finishing