Company Sees Culture Shift, Cost Savings Using 3D Printing

A company is using 3D printing to manufacture a part that was previously made of stainless steel and cost about $100; it now costs only $1 to make out of carbon fiber. In addition to the cost benefits associated with 3D printing, the company has also seen a culture change by integrating new technology into its manufacturing process that positions the organization for gains on its journey to Industry 4.0. The 3D printer is placed near the engineering area to get employees curious about what else they can create using 3D printing, shifting the way they think about production and their business.