Ricoh’s All-In 3D Print Offers Comprehensive On-Site 3D Printing Solution
This managed service offering expands Ricoh’s additive manufacturing (AM) capabilities by providing a holistic, single-source way for manufacturers to harness the power of AM, enabling innovation, lowering the cost of product prototyping and bringing ideas to market faster.
Ricoh’s All-In 3D Print is a managed service that provides a holistic, single-source way for manufacturers to harness the power of additive manufacturing. Source: Ricoh USA
Ricoh USA’s All-In 3D Print is a fully managed on-site 3D printing solution designed to streamline the production of 3D printed product prototypes and other additive manufacturing (AM) uses. This complete everything as a service (XaaS) solution for AM includes all the necessary components — such as printing hardware, advanced 3D production software, specialized Ricoh labor and essential supplies — to propel businesses’ manufacturing capabilities forward with the power of rapid prototyping.
The company cites research that indicates 93% of companies using 3D printing consider it a competitive advantage, yet only 41% of manufacturers have indicated lack of talent as a roadblock to adopting 3D printing. The Ricoh All-In 3D Print is designed to significantly accelerate the adoption of AM, particularly for businesses that do not have the time and resources to create and operate an in-house 3D printing lab.
According to the company, this AM solution is managed by highly trained on-site staff and supported remotely by specialists at the Ricoh Center for Additive Manufacturing at North Caroline State University, a 3D printing facility that focuses on AM research and development.
The company is already recognized for its Ricoh 3D for Healthcare solution. Now, the All-In 3D Print broadens the reach of its print expertise and service network to more industries with companies looking to advance their business through AM. Providing superior response times, enhanced customization flexibility and cost efficiencies compared to remote service bureau alternatives, businesses can now leverage the full benefits of 3D print with easy adoption to drive better product advancement and faster time-to-market. By outsourcing 3D printing requirements to Ricoh’s team of experts, businesses are free to allocate their resources more efficiently, thus enhancing overall productivity and innovation.
“With one of the largest service networks in the country, Ricoh All-In 3D Print removes the barriers and headaches that are commonly associated with implementing and managing an on-site 3D printing operation," says Gary Turner, managing director, Ricoh USA Additive Manufacturing. “By handling all aspects of the additive manufacturing process, we allow our clients to focus on their core business activities while we manage their 3D print needs with expert precision. All-In 3D Print not only delivers immediate cost savings but also ensures the highest quality of prototyping, fostering an environment where ideas can flourish.”
Ricoh says it provides integrated digital services as well as print and imaging solutions that are designed to support digital transformation of workplaces, workspaces and optimize business performance.
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