Most design decisions are made up-front in the design process. Typically the first 10% of the product development process affects about 80% of the products total cost. These decisions are made during the initial or concept stage of the development process.
Functional 3D models, created on a Dimension, enable the designer and all others on the design team to make better informed design decisions, resulting in fewer design changes, better product designs, lower production costs and lower product costs. Today companies are turning to low cost 3D Printing systems that deliver quality parts, allowing the designer to iterate designs quickly, testing for form, fit and function.
The Dimension product line features four desktop Professional printers, the Dimension BST 768 & 1200 (Breakaway Support Technology) and the Dimension SST 768 & 1200 (Soluble Support Technology). All systems are desktop systems, which operate in an office environment. These networked printers are very easy to install and operate. Utilizing the Dimension Catalyst™ software, designers can simply click "print" and their design is sent to the printer. From this point on the Dimension takes over and prints a functional model from ABS plastic.
