Stratasys, one of the global leaders in polymer 3D printing solutions, has announced the launch of two new software packages. These include GrabCAD Streamline Pro™ and an updated version of GrabCAD Print Pro™ for PolyJet™. Stratasys offers cutting-edge 3D printing solutions for industries ranging from aerospace and automotive to consumer products and healthcare.
Stratasys smart and interconnected 3D printers, polymer materials, software ecosystem, and on-demand parts service provide competitive benefits across all stages of the product value chain. The world’s foremost enterprises look to Stratasys to revolutionise product design, introduce flexibility to manufacturing and supply chains, and enhance patient care.
These software packages aim to extend the capabilities of Stratasys’ GrabCAD software to a broader range of customers. By enhancing workflows, these solutions help increase efficiency and reduce costs for users. The initial release of GrabCAD Print Pro for FDM and SAF has already led to a 30-to-50 percent increase in hardware utilization for some users. These packages enable customers to better manage the front and back-end processes of moving and processing parts, thus allowing for more scalable additive manufacturing operations.
Additionally, they facilitate faster design iterations, reduce reliance on physical prototyping, eliminate the need for expensive tooling and molds, and enable the production of geometrically complex parts that are not feasible with traditional manufacturing methods. The latest software offerings from Stratasys cater to a wide range of industries, such as automotive, aerospace, and healthcare, enabling them to fully utilize Stratasys’ comprehensive solutions in hardware, software, and materials.
Victor Gerdes, Vice President of Software at Stratasys, emphasized the importance of their software in enhancing additive manufacturing workflows, providing users with a centralized platform for data-driven decision-making. These software packages aim to improve throughput, efficiency, and application diversity in manufacturing, promoting the adoption of additive manufacturing through tangible business value and enhanced precision.
Ryan Martin, Senior Director of Research at ABI Research, commented, “Many manufacturers have faced challenges integrating additive manufacturing into their processes. To drive greater adoption, they require enhanced software solutions that offer quality controls, repeatability, and scalability. Software plays a crucial role in advancing additive manufacturing into mainstream manufacturing.”
GrabCAD has launched GrabCAD Streamline Pro, a comprehensive software suite for workgroups that leverages GrabCAD Print™ technology. This innovative suite is designed to streamline the management of a company’s fleet of Stratasys 3D printers from a single platform, connecting people, parts, and printers. It offers secure, centralized workflows for efficient part production, regardless of the number or types of printers used.
One of the key advantages of GrabCAD Streamline Pro is its ability to integrate Stratasys printers and GrabCAD Print with other GrabCAD software partners and a company’s existing business systems. This integration leads to increased efficiency, reduced costs, and automated business processes. The software suite includes advanced dashboards and analytics for AM Managers, providing insights into printer and material utilization.
It also offers real-time monitoring and customizable alerts for shop operators, enabling them to stay informed about printer events. Other features of GrabCAD Streamline Pro include simplified tools for submitting, tracking, and consolidating 3D printing requests, automatic estimation and build preparation to minimize operator effort, and cyber protection capabilities to shield Stratasys printers against network vulnerabilities and cyberattacks.
With its open APIs and flexible platform, GrabCAD Streamline Pro can easily integrate with other business systems, enhancing interoperability and scalability. Overall, GrabCAD Streamline Pro is essential for scaling 3D printing, maximizing productivity, increasing cybersecurity, and optimizing software workflows. Following the successful launch of GrabCAD Print Pro for FDM and SAF, Stratasys is extending the GrabCAD Print Pro package to its PolyJet technology.
Rich Garrity, Chief Industrial Business Officer at Stratasys, added, “Our focus is on making additive manufacturing work for our customers. They seek solutions that offer quality, reliability, scalability, and a clear return on investment. Our software helps make additive manufacturing a feasible option for today’s manufacturers by delivering real business value.”
PolyJet, known for its high-quality finished product, is gaining recognition in manufacturing circles. With GrabCAD Print Pro, manufacturers gain access to advanced capabilities that enable larger-scale additive manufacturing. The software also offers advanced features supporting workflow automation, leading to greater sustainability, consistent part accuracy, and reduced preparation time.
