The Additive Manufacturing Innovation Centre (AMIC) supports industry in meeting the challenges of product design and development, technology adoption, manpower training, applied R&D, etc. in Additive Manufacturing.
Our team of experienced and competent professional Senior Lecturers, Senior Development Engineers and Development Technologists in various technological areas are well-prepared and dedicated to take on the challenge and needs of industry.
Our Services
- Training programmes in Additive Manufacturing/ 3D Printing
- Consultation
- Product Design & Development
- Design for Additive Manufacturing
- Rapid Tooling, Hybrid Tooling & Conformal Cooling Technology
- Rapid Fixturing
- Post Processing and Finishing
- Full Turnkey Solutions
Our Capabilities
Innovative Product Design, Development and Industrial Design
3D Printing/Additive Manufacturing brings virtual designs to real life and changing our consumer market. It allows to customise the product design based on user preference. We have accumulated extensive experience working with industrial partners in consumer and medical product design, simulation, analysis and development. We are able to provide turnkey product development solutions.
Design for Additve Manufacturing
We are able to optimise the products by light weighting, topology optimisation (biomimicry) and transforming lattice structures if required with considerations of fabrication process by 3D printing/Additive Manufacturing. It is used in aerospace, medical and robotic & automation components. It can also be applied in product redesign for functionality with reduction in number of assembly components.
Rapid Tooling, Hybrid Tooling & Conformal Cooling
We have developed and fabricated several rapid tooling inserts for our industrial customer. The rapid tooling inserts are built using the Direct Metal Laser Melting process. Complex conformal cooling channels can be incorporated in the insert for improvement in product quality and shorter moulding cycle time.
Rapid Fixturing
Fast and flexible fabrication of jigs & fixtures could be done using additive manufacturing techniques. Complex fixtures could be designed and fabricated in non-traditional way.
Copper Printing
Copper 3D printing with powder bed fusion technology enables precise, high-density copper printing with enhanced thermal and electrical properties.
Dry Electropolishing
It utilizes dry electropolishing technology to precisely smooth, polish, and deburr metal parts, offering high-quality results faster and more efficiently than traditional methods.
It provides Superior surface finish or Mirror-like finishes and defect free surface finish that outperform traditional polishing.
Unleash the Potential of Additive Manufacturing
Our Additive Manufacturing (AM) capabilities encompass a wide range of technologies, including:
- Rapid Prototyping: Quickly iterate and validate designs with functional prototypes.
- Functional AM: Produce end-use parts with the required mechanical properties.
- Multi-material AM: Combine materials within a single print for parts with varying stiffness, flexibility, or colour.
- Assembly Printing: Eliminate the need for separate components by printing functional assemblies.
For vibrant product development and production, our multi-colour multi-material technology allows you to create plastic parts with:
- Multiple Colours: Enhance aesthetics and branding with a wider colour palette.
- Varied Material Properties: Combine rigid and flexible regions within a single print for features like non-slip grips or living hinges.
- Simplified Assemblies: Reduce complexity by printing multi-functional parts, eliminating the need for separate components.
With Metal 3D Printing, we can unlock new frontiers in manufacturing together. By building complex objects layer-by-layer, this technology enables:
- Cost-Effective Production: Create intricate geometries that are difficult or expensive with traditional methods.
- Design Innovation: Unleash your design creativity with complex features and lattice structures.
Our Facilities
Our facilities include a spread of Additive Manufacturing Processes using various technologies such as Polymer Powder Bed Fusion, HP Multijet Fusion, Material Jetting, Vat Polymerization, Material Extrusion including Continuous Fiber Fabrication, Metal Laser Sintering, Selective Laser Melting, Metal Laser Cusing, etc., supported by post processing equipment such as Dry Electro Polishing, Micro Peening, Heat Treatment, CNC Mill/Turn, Laser Scanning, CMM, CT and Material Testing etc.
Type of AM machines & Material at AMIC
- Vat Photopolymerization: SLA Prox800
- Material Jetting: Objet 500 Connex3
- Powder Bed Fusion: HP5200, M290 (2 machines), Concept Laser M2, SLM280
- Material Extrusion (FDM): Fortus900, Fortus 450, F170, V-Shaper, Markforged FX 10
- Plastic/Polymer Material: PA, Nylon, PC, ABS, PC-ABS, Ultem, digital materials, Carbon Fiber
- Metal Material: S.S, Maraging Steel, Cobalt Chrome, Ti, Al, Inconel, Copper
Stereolithography Apparatus (SLA) Process SLA ProX 800
Process:
Scanning of UV laser beam over the cross section of the model in liquid resin and building up layer by layer.
Material Used:
Accura 60(PC Similar)
Maximum Build size :
650mm x 750mm x 550mm
Application :
- Concept modeling
- Form fit, assembly tests
- Master pattern for vacuum casting
- Models for stress optical checking
- Other applications
Material Jetting Process Objet 500 Connex 3
Process:
Inkjet print heads are used to deposit materials on demand onto a build platform. The material solidifies which allows to build layers on top of each other.
Material Used:
Clear, rubberlike photopolymers, and tough high-performance thermoplastics. Able to combine many colors and material properties into one model.
Maximum Build size :
490mm x 390mm x 200mm
Application :
- Concept modeling
- Form fit, assembly tests
- Functional Prototypes
- Transparent and rubber like model
- Other applications
Direct Metal Laser Melting Processes EOSINT 290 - 2 Units
European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Certified
Process
Scanning of laser beam over the cross section of the model in the metal powder and building up layer by layer.
Material used:
Stainless Steel, Maraging Steel (MS1), Aluminium (AlSi10Mg), Titanium (Ti64), Inconel 718, Copper
Maximum Build Size:
250mm x 250mm x 325mm
Application:
- Rapid Tooling Insert with Conformal Cooling
- Metal components
- Hybrid prototypes
- Other applications
Concept Laser M2
Process
Scanning of laser beam over the cross section of the model in the metal powder and building up layer by layer.
Material used:
Stainless Steel, Maraging Steel (MS1), Aluminium (AlSi10Mg), Titanium (Ti64)
Maximum Build Size:
250mm x 250mm x 280mm
Application:
- Rapid Tooling Insert with Conformal Cooling
- Metal components
- Hybrid prototypes
- Other applications
SLM 280 (under American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) Certification)
Process
Scanning of laser beam over the cross section of the model in the metal powder and building up layer by layer.
Material used:
Stainless Steel 316L, Maraging Steel (MS1), Aluminium (AlSi10Mg), Titanium (Ti64)
Maximum Build Size:
280mm x 280mm x 365mm
Application:
- Metal components
- Hybrid prototypes
- Aerospace, automotive and marine
- Other applications
Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) Processes Stratasys Fortus 900mc
Process:
The extrusion head heats the filament and ‘draw’ section of the part on the build platform. Model is built upwards in layer.
Material Used:
ABS, PC, PC-ABS, Ultem
Maximum Build Size:
900mm x 600mm x 900mm
Application:
- Conceptual model
- Fit, form and functional applications
- Investment casting
- Other applications
Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) Process Stratasys Fortus 450mc
Process
The extrusion head heats the filament and ‘draw’ section of the part on the build platform. Model is built upwards in layer.
Material Used:
ABS, PC, PC-ABS, Ultem
Maximum Build Size:
400mm x 350mm x 400mm
Application:
- Conceptual model
- Fit, form and functional applications
- Functional prototypes
- Other applications
Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) Process Stratasys Fortus F170
Process:
The extrusion head heats the filament and ‘draw’ section of the part on the build platform. Model is built upwards in layer.
Material Used:
ABS
Maximum Build Size:
254mm X 254mm X 254mm
Application:
- Conceptual model
- Fit, form and functional applications
- Functional prototypes
- Other applications
Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) Process VSHAPER PRO
Process:
The extrusion head heats the filament and ‘draw’ section of the part on the build platform. Model is built upwards in layer.
Material Used:
PEEK, PLA, ABS
Maximum Build Size:
270mm x 270mm x 200mm
Application:
- Able to fabricate precision parts using PEEK which is highly resistant to heat and chemicals with detailed mechanical features
Multi Jet Fusion Process HP Jet Fusion 5200
Process:
Powder-based technology utilising IR energy to fuse powder with light-absorbing ink and detailing agent.
Material Used:
Polyamide (PA 12)
Maximum Build Size:
380mm x 284mm x 380 mm
Application:
- Conceptual model
- Fit, form and functional applications
- Functional prototypes
- Other applications
Continuous Fiber Fabrication Markforged FX10
Process
The Markforged FX10 uses a Continuous Filament Fabrication (CFF) process, which combines the deposition of layers of thermoplastic filament with reinforcement filaments such as carbon fiber. The printer's dual extrusion system allows it to print both the base material (such as Onyx) and the reinforcing material simultaneously.
Material used:
OnyxTM, Onyx FRTM Onyx ESDTM
Maximum Build Size:
375 mm x 300 mm x 300 mm
Application:
- Tooling & Manufacturing Fixtures
- End-Use Parts
- Functional Prototypes
- Aerospace Components
- Replacement Parts
Dry Electropolishing DLyte 100PRO
Process:
The DLyte 100PRO is a cutting-edge compact surface finishing machine designed for industrial applications. It utilizes dry electropolishing technology to precisely smooth, polish, and deburr metal parts, offering high-quality results faster and more efficiently than traditional methods.
Material used:
Stainless Steel, Cobalt-Chrome, Titanium, Nickel-based alloys & Tool steel.
Maximum Part Size:
The maximum part size depends on the machine’s chamber size, which is 180 mm (Diameter) x 80 mm (Height). However, it is mainly used for polishing parts smaller than 100 mm (Diameter) x 50 mm (Height).
Applications:
- Automotive
- Semiconductor
- Medical & Dental components
- Aerospace components
- Precision Components
Other Services
Additive Manufacturing Innovation Centre can be the gateway to other services within NYP. We are able to provide one-stop solution to the industries. We can link our customer to services such as Finite Element Analysis, Mould Flow Analysis, Reverse Engineering and many other services.
| Course Name | Course Information link |
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[NYP-CE1142] Digital world of 3D printing (2 days) | Course details |
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[NYP-CE1305] Hands-On 3D Printing & Modelling (1 Day) | Course details |
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[NYP-CE1380] Deep Dive into 3D Printing (Classroom, Synchronous e-Learning) Jointly conducted with Materialise. (2 days) | Course details |
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[NYP-CE1502] Digital Manufacturing: 3D Printing Applications (Classroom, Synchronous e-Learning) Jointly conducted with Materialise (2 days) | Course details |
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[NYP-CE1504] Anatomical Modelling and Engineering in Medical 3D Printing Jointly conducted with Materialise (2 days) | Course details |
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[NYP-CE231009] Introduction in the 3D Printing in the Maritime Industry (Classroom) Jointly conducted with American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) (1 Day) | Course details |
Contact us
Mr Desmond Tan
Centre Director
- Tel: 6550 0674
- Email: desmond_tan@nyp.edu.sg
Mr Zaw Hlwan Moe
Master Specialist (Additive Manufacturing)
- Tel: 6550 0667
- Email: hlwan_moe_zaw@nyp.edu.sg