Phillips Machine Tools, a prominent provider of manufacturing technology products and services to the private and public sector industries, has come out with an innovative collaboration of Haas Automation's subtractive machine tool technology with Meltio's additive laser head. The Phillips Additive Hybrid is capable of standard machining as well as an additive manufacturing process employing direct energy deposition technology, thanks to a smooth connection between controls.
Phillips Machine Tools India, a 100% subsidiary of Phillips Corporation USA created an innovative and cost effective hybrid additive solution with many great advantages. The ability to use and learn both subtractive and additive technologies on the Haas standard platform is one of the solution's key advantages. Using only one machine, you can 3D print and finish a component.
“As a Haas hybrid integration partner, Meltio is pleased to partner with Phillips Corporation. Hybrid manufacturing combines the advantages of additive and subtractive manufacturing in a single machine, allowing for cost and complexity savings that were previously unavailable,” said Brian Matthews, Meltio's Chief Technology & Innovation Officer.
Parts can be repaired or modified by adding material and machining them to their final shape. For the best design, weight, and strength, use different materials on the same part. Using Wire Laser DED, you can produce high-density parts with good resolution. Phillips applications engineering, service, and training teams are on hand to help. Brian adds, “Meltio values the opportunity to work closely with Phillips to bring this intriguing technology to its broad industrial customer base.”
On the collaboration, Phillips Corporation CEO Alan M Phillips remarked, "We are happy to be partnering with Haas and Meltio to leverage the combined capabilities of cheap subtractive and additive manufacturing." “Interest, applications, and demand for 3D printed parts are increasing throughout the commercial and federal industrial supply chains. The Phillips Additive Hybrid system is ideal for companies looking to enhance their subtractive capabilities while simultaneously entering or expanding their additive manufacturing capabilities – all in one machine.”
Backed by Phillips applications engineering, service and training teams the key advantages of Phillips additive hybrid solution are the ability to use and learn both subtractive and additive technologies on the Haas standard platform. Repair or modify parts by adding material and machining it to final shape. Use different materials on the same part for best design, weight and strength, and produce high density parts with good resolution using Wire Laser DED.
“The Phillips Hybrid combines the ease of use and popularity of a HAAS CNC Mill with additive technology from Meltio, all brought together seamlessly by Phillips in a package that is revolutionary in its simplicity, wide applicability, and affordability,” said Terrence Miranda, Managing Director Philips Machine Tools, India. With this initiative Phillips has successfully integrated the power of both subtractive and additive processes for a revolutionary and affordable solution to producing and repairing parts.