Pushing Boundaries: In a strategic move to stay ahead of the technological curve, we are excited to announce the expansion of our capabilities through the utilization of a cutting-edge Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) printing. SLS technology supports the production of complex geometries that were once challenging or impossible to recreate with traditional manufacturing methods. By bringing SLS capabilities in-house, we can expedite design timelines and help our clients ensure a competitive edge. As SLS printing continues to redefine the possibilities of additive manufacturing, we are excited to grow with this technology.

PIE Solutions and SLS Design Advantage: SLS is a revolutionary process that utilizes a high-powered laser to selectively fuse powdered materials layer by layer to create complex production-quality parts. One unique aspect of SLS printing is the ability to print assembled designs. SLS technology does this by leveraging powder support to print parts in proximity to one another. In many builds, this can save assembly time and eliminate assembly errors. One way we use this feature to our advantage is by printing multipart PCB tester setups in an already-assembled configuration. Another advantage of using SLS is its mechanical multi-directional reliability and part consistency, which enable it to produce compliant mechanism parts. We capitalize on this unique feature by printing compliant mechanism parts that utilize part geometry to bend in complex ways to serve a specific function. Below is a list of examples of how PIE Solutions has used SLS technology to date.