FORTUS 3D Production Systems

FORTUS 3D Production Systems

Save Time Making Jigs, Fixtures & Production Parts

FORTUS 3D Production Machines

Fortus 3D Production Systems can produce the most accurate, durable and functional assembly tools and production parts using high-performance thermoplastics. And it offers the largest build size and maximum throughput.

Only Fortus FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling) technology offers advanced production grade thermoplastic materials and state-of-the-art hardware and software. By offering the most sophisticated technology, the largest build envelope and maximum throughput of any additive fabrication system, Fortus offers unprecedented versatility and capability.

Parts produced with a Fortus 3D production system are 30-300% stronger than Stratasys parts produced with 3D printers, even when using the same materials. The advanced technology of Fortus makes the mechanical properties of the part the most accurate, stable, and durable.

Parts for Manufacturing Tools (Direct Digital Manufacturing)

Manufacturing tools, such as jigs, fixtures, drill guides, and check gauges can be quickly and cost-effectively produced with Fortus additive fabrication systems — a process called direct digital manufacturing (or rapid manufacturing). This process eliminates machining or tooling, shaving months and tens of thousands of dollars off scheduling

Parts for End-Use

Instead of machining parts or cutting a tool for molding, direct digital manufacturing (DDM) can be a cost-effective and simpler alternative. Now the production process can start as soon as the part’s CAD file is sent to an additive fabrication machine without the cost and time associated with tooling or machining.

Advanced Applications

Fortus 3D Production System’s advanced hardware, improved output, robust materials, large capacity and sophisticated software, enables you to build parts that stand up to demanding requirements and conditions. Fortus application engineers have developed unique applications for parts manufactured by Fortus systems. Techniques range from as simple as painting to more complex applications such as RTV Molding, Molded Paper Pulp and Sand Casting and many more.

 

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Applications

  • Low volume production
  • Complex part design that is not possible using traditional manufacturing
  • Near-term design changes are possible
  • High start-up investment
  • Need for production to begin before tooling is ready (bridge tooling or bridge-to-manufacturing)

Benefits

  • Just-in-Time manufacturing (JIT) – components can be made on demand reducing inventory requirements
  • No waiting for machining or tooling
  • Reduce manufacturing time of assembly tools 50-85%
  • Shave months from your product development process, reducing time-to-market and improving profitability
  • Complete first article production in hours rather than days
  • Eliminate tooling in short-run production, reducing pre-production costs up to 90%
  • Design complex geometries with no tooling constrains
  • Create durable parts suitable for finished goods or manufacturing tools
  • On the fly design changes and enhancements can be made during production cycles
  • Customers realize ROI after just a few jobs

Fortus Technology Brochure FortusTM

3D Production Systems are part of the more than 11,000 Stratasys FDM additive fabrication (AF) systems installed around the world. Stratasys is not only the worldwide leader in additive fabrication systems, it also invented the industry’s leading AF technology: FDM® Fused Deposition Modeling.

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FORTUS Systems & Materials Overview Brochure

Find the machine that suits your needs and browse the variety of materials that Stratasys has to offer.

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FORTUS 250mc Leaflet

Get the reliability and flexibility of a professional-grade 3D production system at an affordable price.

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FORTUS 360mc Leaflet

Developed for demanding applications and high-accuracy.

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FORTUS 400mc Leaflet

Flexible, fast, predictable, and simple to operate. Manufacture Real Parts™ in a wide range of thermoplastics.

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FORTUS 900mc Leaflet

Designed and built for size, throughput, precision and repeatability.

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FORTUS Finishing Stations

The Fortus Smoothing Station™ and Burnishing Station™ utilize semi-automated processes that improve the surface fi nish of Fortus thermoplastic parts to near injection molded quality finish without the time and cost associated with traditional manual fi nishing techniques.

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FORTUS Finishing Touch Smoothing Station

The Finishing Touch Smoothing Station uses a semi-automated process to improve the surface finish of FDM arts to near injection-molded quality without the labor and cost associated with traditional manufacturing.

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