The PrintSky project | Press Release
Blagnac, September 15, 2022, PrintSky, a French joint venture between Sogeclair and AddUp created in 2019 and specialized in developing and manufacturing complex metal 3D printing components, has been selected by Collins Aerospace to participate in its research program for a new generation of flight actuation.
Supported by the French Civil Aviation Authority (DGAC) as part of the France Relance initiative, this program focuses on developing new technologies for a more sustainable aviation by 2030.
PrintSky will bring to this project its expertise in design, manufacturing and qualification of additive manufacturing parts in the aerospace industry.
An electromechanical actuation is a complex system integrating various components (sensors, engine, electronic cards, etc…). The structure of these actuation systems, designed and manufactured by PrintSky, is meant to ensure several functions: to resist mechanical loads, to dissipate the heat emitted by the components or to be tight and insensible to electromagnetic disturbances. Given the complexity and criticality of this structure, it is an interesting subject for additive manufacturing. “Thanks to our technologies, we can optimize the structure of the actuation system and integrate multi-physical functions such as a heater and other peripheral parts” explains Nicolas Correge, Sogeclair New Technologies Manager and PrintSky Manager.
PrintSky is especially proud that it relies on 3D printing technologies developed and manufactured in France by AddUp. Thanks to this disruptive process it is possible to produce complex geometrical parts that are less bulky, lighter and made of durable materials. “PrintSky offers a multifunctional solution for new generation equipment such as heat exchangers and electromechanical components so as to contribute to the transformation of the aeronautics industry and meet decarbonation challenges” adds Nicolas Correge.
About Sogeclair
Supplier of innovative, high added-value solutions for safer and more efficient mobility, SOGECLAIR brings its skills in high-quality engineering and production to a broad range of cutting-edge sectors, notably aeronautics, space, vehicle, rail and defense. Supporting its customers and partners from the design and simulation stages through to the end of the product’s lifetime, all along the production chain through to entry into service, the collaborators are working worldwide to offer a high-quality, proximity service to all its customers.
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Contacts: Philippe ROBARDEY, President & CEO / Olivier PEDRON, Chief Operating Officer / +33(0)5 61 71 70 33
Press contact: Louise-Marie Thabard / SOGECLAIR Communication / louise-marie.thabard@sogeclair.com / +336 75 95 12 20
A propos de AddUp
Depuis sa création en 2016, par le fruit d’un accord de collaboration signé par Fives et Michelin en septembre 2015, AddUp a développé une compétence unique en matière de fabrication additive métallique. La société a investi dans la conception de machines d’impression 3D métal dans les deux technologies complémentaires les plus dominantes du marché. AddUp est un expert en fusion sur lit de poudre (PBF), idéal pour la fabrication de pièces en conception très complexe et performances améliorées notamment avec l’utilisation de poudre fine, et en DED (Directed Energy Deposition) très pertinent pour la réparation de pièces et ajouter une fonction. AddUp exploite un parc de près de 40 machines réparties sur ses sites de Cébazat, Strasbourg et Salon de Provence en France. Cela permet à AddUp d’accélérer la maîtrise du procédé d’un point de vue industriel et ainsi d’améliorer la conception et les performances de ses machines. Enfin, AddUp est organisé pour accompagner les clients tout au long de leur parcours que ce soit dans les phases de découverte, de preuve de concept, de production de pièces ou d’intégration de technologie dans leurs ateliers. www.addupsolutions.com
