Aerospace Prototyping
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At 3ERP, we have extensive experience prototyping and manufacturing automotive parts, including for leading automotive companies such as BMW, Bentley, Lamborghini, and Land Rover. We use rapid prototyping techniques to produce high-performance physical prototypes built to pass the most rigorous verification and testing procedures.
Why manufacture
robotics & automation parts
with 3ERP?
robotics & automation parts
with 3ERP?
- ISO certified
3E Rapid Prototyping (3ERP) is an ISO9001-2015 certified manufacturer that can guarantee top quality parts in an industry that demands rigorous consistency and quality control.
- Huge production capacity
We can fulfill orders of virtually any size, from one-off engine part prototypes to full production of injection molded headlamp covers.
- Range of services
Equal parts machine shop and digital manufacturing specialist, we offer a range of manufacturing technologies and services, from CNC machining to 3D printing.
- ISO certified
Our extensive facilities and partner network allows us to fulfill orders quickly, no matter the quantity or complexity.
- Skilled and experienced
We have been manufacturing automotive parts for over a decade and our skilled engineers know how to get the best outcomes from your designs.
- Easy quotation system
Our engineers will review your designs immediately to provide a fast and accurate quotation for the project.
Robotics & automation prototyping and manufacturing with PPS
What kind of
aerospace &
defense parts
can we make?
- Seats
- Turbines
- Brakes
- Air Conditioning Systems
- Lighting System
- Night Vision Device
- Helmets
- Tank Model
- Engines
- Fastening Items such as Screws
- Electrical Parts
- Vacuum Pumps
- Gears
- Transmission Components
- Unmanned Aerial Vehicle
- Fuselages
- Tire Parts
- Radar Systems
- Fuel Pumps
- Wing Support
- Dashboard
- Teaching Aids
- Protective Gear
Difference between
robotics and
automation
The robotics and automation industries are closely linked. Automation is a broader category that describes the use of machines, computers, and other equipment to perform tasks — manual, mathematic, procedural, etc. — that would otherwise need to be carried out by human workers. Robotics, on the other hand, is the use of physical robots to perform physical tasks.
Robotics and automation often go hand in hand, as in industrial manufacturing. In an automotive factory, for example, an assembly line typically consists of hundreds of manufacturing robots performing automated tasks, sometimes with the aid of machine vision. However, automation can exist without robotics (in software automation, for example) and robotics can exist without automation (such as a medical robot controlled by a surgeon).
As a specialist in the prototyping of physical components, 3ERP receives many orders for robotics components. But we can also produce other types of automation parts such as conveyor belt components, automatic control equipment, and logic controller components.
End effectors: How prototyping helps
get from A to B
Aerospace manufacturing
processes
processes
PPS offers wide range of manufacturing processes for aerospace prototypes and production parts.
CNC Machining
By using CNC milling & turning, we can make a wide range of prototypes and production parts
Injection Molding
We offer low-volume prototype moldings and mass production moldings.
3D Printing
We provide 3D printing services using a range of cutting-edge additive manufacturing technologies for metal or plastic parts
Vacuum Casting
Our low-cost vacuum casting services are suitable for prototyping casings, housings, and tubing for complex robotic assemblies
Robotics & automation manufacturing possibilities
In the robotics industry, most robotic systems typically require a rugged, sturdy frame that allows the system to perform a range of useful mechanical motions, such as swiveling, extending, or carrying out a specific task with its end effector. At 3ERP, we can use our range of manufacturing processes and reliable materials to make high-quality metal parts like frames, shoulder joints, and gears.
Many robots — particularly those used in manufacturing — have similar structures when it comes to parts like the arm and shoulder, but the end effector is what makes the robot unique and allows it to perform its chosen function. An end effector or end of arm tooling (EOAT) often requires several complex and intricate components that work together to allow the robot to grip, pick, cut, or do whatever it is tasked with doing.
As well as structural and task-specific parts, 3ERP is equipped to make casings, housings, tubing, and other important components for robotic assemblies. Made from plastic or metal, these important parts can be used to house structural elements, as well as mechanical and electronic components. Prototyping robotic housings can be achieved with low-cost processes 3D printing or urethane casting.
Robotics &
Automation Part
Gallery
For the years we have gathered relevant experience that enables us to handle any aerospace projects. Here’s the gallery of aerospace prototypes and production parts for our worldwide clients.
Automotive manufacturing materials
We offer a huge range of material possibilities with all our manufacturing processes. Some common choices for automotive projects are listed below.
Best technologies
Benefits
Example parts
Steel
CNC machining, rapid tooling
Strong, corrosion-resistant, range of grades
Brake components, engine components
Aluminum
CNC machining, rapid tooling, sheet metal
Machinable, strong, range of grades
Cylinder heads, manifolds, Ductwork, housings, bus ducts
Titanium
CNC machining, SLM 3D printing
Lightweight, temperature-resistant
Engine valves, axle shafts, pipes, nuclear waste storage, pumps, turbines
PA(Nylon)
CNC machining, SLS 3D printing, injection molding
Strong, smooth surface finish
Peripheral engine parts, covers and housings
PMMA
CNC machining, injection molding
Transparent, shatter-resistant
Lighting components
Silicone
Liquid silicone injection molding
Durable, flexible, biocompatible, inert
Seals, cover assemblies, Fluid management devices, respiratory devices
Applicable Finishes For Automotive Industry
3ERP offers wide variety high level surface finishes. We only list some of the common finishing options. There are more finish options for custom parts for Automotive Industry.
Name
Applicable to
Feature
Color
Thickness
Metals & Plastics
Tool marks visible
N/A
N/A
Sanding & Polishing
Metals & Plastics
Brushed & gloss mirror surface
N/A
0.02-0.05mm removed
Sand, Bead Blasted
Metals & Plastics
matt or satin surface
N/A
N/A
Painted
Metals & Plastics
Matt, gloss, texture
colors can be matched as needed
0.05mm to 0.1mm
Powder coat
Metals
Matt, Gloss & Texture
colors can be matched as needed
0.05mm to 0.15mm
Anodized
Aluminum
Tool marks visible, Smooth, Matt & Gloss
colors can be matched as needed
0.002mm to 0.04mm
E-Coating
Metals
Matt & Gloss
Black
0.015mm to 0.035mm
Nickel Plating
Metal
Gloss
Silver
0.004mm to 0.05mm
Chromed
Metals & Plastics
Satin & Gloss
Silver
0.001mm to 0.3mm
Zinc Plating
Metals
Gloss
Silver & Black
0.005mm to 0.2mm
Chromate Conversion Coating
Aluminum
Tool marks visible, Smooth and Matt
Clear/ slight yellow tint
0.25-1 um
Robotics Faqs
Is PPS ISO certified?
Penta Prototyping Service(PPS) is an ISO9001-2015 certified manufacturer that can guarantee top quality parts in an industry that demands rigorous consistency and quality control.
Can I request a sample?
For certain manufacturing processes like injection molding, we can provide a T1 sample for your parts, then further samples if required.
How fast can I get my parts?
We can fulfill orders quickly, but lead times depend on a few factors, such as the manufacturing process, order quantity, and part complexity. CNC machined parts can take as little as five days, 3D printed parts can take as little as three days, while moldings made via rapid tooling can take as little as 5–7 days.
I want to protect my IP — are my designs secure?
3ERP values privacy and security with the utmost seriousness and will happily sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) at your request, giving you peace of mind about your intellectual property.
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