11-25-2014: Renishaw unveiled EVO Project
The first metal 3D Printer designed and built in-house
On November 25, 2014, Renishaw unveiled the EVO Project, its first internally designed and manufactured metal 3D printer. The machine was launched at the EuroMold trade fair in Frankfurt am Main.
Renishaw was founded in 1973 in the United Kingdom, starting its journey with the development of a revolutionary probe for coordinate measuring machines. This innovation quickly earned the company recognition in the field of precision metrology.
In 2011, Renishaw acquired MTT Technologies, a company specializing in metal 3D printers. The merged companies began supplying systems like the AM250 and A5, enabling the production of advanced metal components using laser sintering technology.
The EVO Project was designed for high productivity with minimal operator involvement. The system featured a 500 W laser and a build area of 250 x 250 x 350 mm. A key feature was its automated powder handling system, which included recycling and sieving in a protective atmosphere. This approach aimed to enhance workplace safety and maintain material quality. The machine also featured a large 19-inch touchscreen and an intelligent user interface, making operation more intuitive and efficient.
The EVO Project was not intended to replace the AM250 model but to complement it. It represented a step toward automation and serial production, addressing the needs of large industrial manufacturers.
The EVO Project evolved into the RenAM 500 system, which now forms the core of Renishaw's metal 3D printing offerings. RenAM systems, based on EVO technology, are used in industrial production, offering advanced automation, precision, and user-friendly controls. These systems have solidified Renishaw's position as a leader in additive manufacturing in the United Kingdom.
Source: www.3dprint.com