Oil and Gas

Additive Manufacturing: Transforming Oil and Gas Custom Manufacturing

The oil and gas industry is embracing additive manufacturing as part of its regular workflow process. Alongside traditional manufacturing methods, additive manufacturing is being utilized in various areas, such as producing custom or small-run components and redesigning existing designs. Rapid prototyping, in particular, is revolutionizing the development of new designs by significantly reducing costs and turnaround times.

In addition to enhancing efficiency and reducing waste in oil and gas processing, certain additive manufacturing processes have the potential to completely revolutionize the production of equipment and machinery components. By leveraging the capabilities of additive manufacturing, the oil and gas industry can unlock new possibilities in terms of design freedom, manufacturing speed, and overall cost-effectiveness. This innovative approach to custom manufacturing is set to shape the future of the oil and gas sector, bringing about improved efficiency, reduced downtime, and enhanced operational performance.

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Perspectives

CUSTOMER

➟ Subsidiary of a Large Petroleum Refinery/Oil Giant.

CHALLENGE

➟ Deterioration of existing enclosures housing critical life-saving sensors and alert systems on offshore oil platforms due to harsh sea air and unpredictable storm weather.

SOLUTION

➟ Gennuine Global’s large frame SLA machines 3D printed the entire main section of the bumper as a single piece. After hand finishing, a silicone mold was created, and 5 copies were cast using High Impact ABS Like Polyurethane material. Bottom skirts were 3D printed at varying heights based on specific truck requirements. Mechanical interlocking features were designed to securely attach the SLS components to the bottom of the cast bumpers.

BENEFITS

➟ Transitioning from the traditional 6-8 week injection molding or CNC machining process, the customizable 3D printed pattern and silicone tool enabled up to 50 casts, delivered within a week. By combining multiple Gennuine Global processes, a purpose-built manufacturing approach was established, incorporating 3D printing, cast urethane, and engineering expertise to deliver seamless end products for functional use in the field.

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