Brilliant Factory aims to have 3D 3D printed locomotive components in stock by A decade , after launching a pilot 250 printing scheme through its GE Transportation digital platform. This analyses production line data to find ways to improve efficiencies, such as 3D printing. Broken parts can be fixed on-site using 3D printing, while additive manufacturing can be introduced, which means only the minimum material necessary for the component is used, cutting wastage. A decade since launch, the company’s Evolution Series of Diesel-Electric locomotives recently surpassed the 10,000th order milestone. The technology could also help with essential reconfiguration of the assembly line to meet changes in demand.
Brilliant Factory aims to have 3D 3D printed locomotive components in stock by A decade , after launching a pilot 250 printing scheme through its GE Transportation digital platform. This analyses production line data to find ways to improve efficiencies, such as 3D printing. Broken parts can be fixed on-site using 3D printing, while additive manufacturing can be introduced, which means only the minimum material necessary for the component is used, cutting wastage. The technology could also help with essential reconfiguration of the assembly line to meet changes in demand.