{"id":12935,"date":"2019-06-25T06:00:39","date_gmt":"2019-06-25T05:00:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.engineernewsnetwork.com\/blog\/?p=12935"},"modified":"2019-06-22T13:02:16","modified_gmt":"2019-06-22T12:02:16","slug":"improve-speed-and-reducing-cost-with-additive-manufacturing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.engineernewsnetwork.com\/blog\/improve-speed-and-reducing-cost-with-additive-manufacturing\/","title":{"rendered":"Improve speed and reducing cost with additive manufacturing"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

After investing in a Renishaw AM 400 additive manufacturing (AM) system<\/a><\/strong>, Frazer-Nash has produced a novel fastener for its customer, Kwikbolt, for use during aircraft assembly.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The new component can be made quicker and at a lower cost when compared to traditional subtractive machining methods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In 2014, Frazer-Nash decided to bring AM capabilities in-house with Renishaw\u2019s AM 250 system. Having worked closely with Renishaw since then, they have now purchased the AM 400, which is currently used to produce metal parts for customers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of Frazer-Nash\u2019s most successful projects is for its customer Kwikbolt, who are working to revolutionise the assembly of aircraft. Kwikbolt is one of only a few businesses in the world to produce a specific temporary fastening device, which is used to align aircraft panels and fuselage during assembly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The new component can be made quicker and at a lower cost when compared to traditional subtractive machining methods<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The component simplifies the manufacturing process and ensures that aerospace companies no longer require a bespoke tool for every panel, helping to reduce costs, improve precision and speed up assembly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To simplify the fastener\u2019s manufacturing process, Frazer-Nash now additively manufactures the fasteners on Renishaw\u2019s AM 400. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

By using AM instead of subtractive machining, the fasteners can be produced with custom geometries at comparatively lower cost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBy using AM, Frazer-Nash is able to produce components cost-effectively in small batch sizes,\u201d explained Stuart Offer, AM Sales Manager at Renishaw. \u201cIn contrast to machining, no custom tooling is required, which results in improvements in speed and a reduction in manufacturing costs, particularly for such a difficult to machine part.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe Kwikbolt project is a true AM success story,\u201d explained Paul Mortlock, Managing Director at Frazer-Nash. \u201cUsing AM means we can easily produce a bespoke component based on each aerospace customer’s requirements. Renishaw’s AM systems have been flawless since we started working together. Frazer-Nash now produces 25,000 AM parts a year and has expanded its range of components.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOver the last five years, we have developed a close partnership with Renishaw,\u201d added Mortlock. \u201cWe originally chose to partner with Renishaw due to its support services and we have found these to be invaluable.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

After investing in a Renishaw AM 400 additive manufacturing (AM) system, Frazer-Nash has produced a novel fastener for its customer, Kwikbolt, for use during aircraft assembly.\u00a0 The new component can be made quicker and at a lower cost when compared to traditional subtractive machining methods. 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