DPR Automatismos , the company of José Antonio Labandeira, was founded in January 2003 with the aim of providing a complete service to clients in the field of automation. It specializes in the integration of solutions for additive manufacturing of metals, and is the official integrator of the Meltio technology, with a focus on the implementation of the Meltio Engine system in robotic systems.
Their expertise is focused on adapting and optimizing this technology for various industrial applications.
Virtually any industry that wants to improve and optimize its processes through automation can become their client. So far, they have implemented projects in sectors such as the automotive industry, the food industry, the chemical industry, construction, the wine industry... and are ready to respond to any challenge. 
Why Meltio's DED technology was key
DPR chose Meltio's laser 3D metal printing solutions for their versatility and the ability to integrate with robotic systems . Laser metal deposition (DED) technology offers excellent value for money, flexibility in material selection and the ability to produce complex parts with high precision.
The possibility of integrating the Meltio Engine system into robotic systems enables research into new applications and optimization of production processes.
In the projects they are developing in collaboration with Meltio and Sicnova, 3D printing is starting to play an important role and its importance is expected to grow, as this technology is rapidly maturing and must be taken into account.
Converting urgent industry needs into engineering innovations
The integration of Meltio technology and the robotic arm replaces traditional processes and transforms industrial production, enabling the production and repair of large and complex parts on site . This significantly reduces downtime and transport costs, and enables designs that were not possible before.
"This means we offer our customers more efficient and cost-effective manufacturing solutions, not only in terms of cost, but also in terms of delivery time."
— Carlos Morgado, robotic 3D metal printing expert, DPR Automatismos
Advanced solutions for robotic 3D metal printing
DPR's collaboration with Meltio goes beyond simple integration. They actively participate in the development of innovative solutions. For example:
- Self-supporting cell - allows greater flexibility and mobility in the production of parts.
- A cell with an inert atmosphere - enables the production of parts from materials sensitive to oxygen, thus expanding the range of applications of Meltio technology.
"One customer urgently needed a spare part but could not find it from any supplier. The delivery time was 8-10 weeks."
The part is printed with an extra 1mm to allow for post-processing. From the moment of delivery of the drawing to the delivery of the work, only 72 hours passed."
— Carlos Morgado
Opening the door to new mold design standards
A new project being carried out by DPR Automatismos involves the design and additive manufacturing of test pieces and inserts for cooling systems in molds and tools, which are crucial in processes such as plastic injection molding and metal casting .
Their main function is to control the temperature of the mold during production, which affects the quality of the product, the efficiency of the process and the durability of the mold.
Thanks to additive manufacturing, they can now make cooling systems that were previously impossible due to complex geometries.
Traditional production of hot stamping inserts required long lead times and high costs due to processing and setup. There was also a lot of material waste and design limitations.
Their forecasts are:
- Reduction of production time by more than 60% , which speeds up production cycles.
- Reduction of production costs thanks to less waste and process optimization.
- Greater flexibility in design , which enables optimization of the hot stamping process.
- They are currently testing whether the lifetime of the inserts will be extended .
Meltio solutions for 3D metal printing
Discover the potential of metal 3D printing with Meltio. Your journey starts here.
- System : Meltio Engine integration for robotic arms
- Sector : Industrial
- Material : Mild steel ER70S-6
- Printing time : 270 hours
Proven performance and scalable capabilities
As integrators of the Meltio Engine system for robotic arms, DPR's main goals in the short and medium term are to expand and optimize the capabilities of this technology to meet the growing demands of the industry.
They believe that these solutions have great potential to transform industrial production and want to continue contributing to their development and commercialization.
They also want to develop customized turnkey solutions for clients with specific needs, adapting Meltio + Robot technology to their processes and quality requirements – according to part dimensions, materials and working conditions.
In short , DPR wants to contribute to the development of additive manufacturing of metals through innovative solutions that drive the transformation of the industry.
Source: https://meltio3d.com/cost-and-time-saving-solutions-through-robotic-metal-3d-printing/