The Future is Already Here with 3D Robotic Printing onto Complex Shapes

Cyan Tec is a world-leading supplier of modular robotic printing machines that are capable of processing 3D shapes.

By using a six-axis robot to collect the component part from a designated load / unload position, the system then automatically transports the profiled product to the various treatment stations.

Firstly, the product needs to be presented to a material preparation station. This station typically includes plasma, flame, or corona treatment equipment depending on the material that is being processed. The part is presented under the preparation head and follows a specific profile to ensure all of the print area is successfully pre-treated.

Next, the robot moves the product to a number of printing stations. The machine can incorporate a full colour printhead setup (white, cyan, magenta, yellow and black) or a single colour. This decision is determined by the customer’s artwork requirements. The robot accurately positions the product underneath the printhead (s) and follows a pre-programmed path to create the image onto the substrate. Pinning lamps are incorporated into the printhead assembly to part-cure the ink during the printing process and prevent any separation.

Once the full artwork has been printed, the robot presents the component to a final UV curing station where the image is completely cured.

Then the final UV curing process is complete, the robot places the part back into a load / unload station, ready to be manually or automatically unloaded from the Cyan Tec machine and moved onto the next operation.

Cyan Tec’s long-standing expertise in the automation industry compliments the company’s unique industrial inkjet print specialisms perfectly, allowing the company to provide its customers with high-quality and groundbreaking solutions.

If you have a requirement for a digital inkjet printing machine, please get in touch with our sales team – sale@thetintmachine.com