Seating plans taking shape through print

摘要

Faced with the challenges of reducing the time taken to produce prototype components, airline seat specialist Zodiac Seats decided to install a Stratasys Objet500 Connex1 3D printer. Since installing the system the firm has reported a reduction of up to six weeks (up to 92 per cent) when producing prototype parts. This has significantly alleviated pressure on development schedules by not having to wait for external suppliers. The system has proven particularly useful during the design process for first-class, business and premiere economy seating products, which tend to be modified more regularly than standard seat designs.