HP Debuts Innovations and Collaborations

HP Inc. has unveiled innovations in polymer and metal 3D printing, as well as strategic collaborations related to additive manufacturing across industries.

HP’s latest offerings in polymer 3D printing focus on scalable, cost-effective, sustainable solutions for every stage of production.

The new advancements provide significant cost reductions for parts manufacturing through new cost strategies and product offering that optimize material use, operational efficiency, and production yield, the company reports.

HP has also introduced HP 3D HR PA 12 FR enabled by Evonik, a new halogen-free, flame-retardant material for 3D printing. This material is reportedly 50% reusable. Produced using renewable energy, it reflects HP’s commitment to sustainability, delivering economic, environmental, and responsible manufacturing benefits, the company notes. Available in early 2025, this new material reflects HP’s broader goal of making industrial-grade 3D printing more accessible and affordable.

Enhancing Workflows 

HP announced the HP 3D Build Optimizer, an automated tool designed to re-nest parts, reduce build costs and maintain part quality, according to HP. It is slated for launch in 2025. 

“As an early customer, Forecast 3D expects a 20% savings in total build costs with the HP Build Optimizer's unique nesting rules for MJF,” says Ken Burns, vice president of Commercial at Forecast 3D. “In addition to these total build cost savings, we anticipate a 21% improvement in printer utilization with the HP Build Optimizer's ability to increase packing density and parts per build.”

In collaboration with Autodesk, HP also introduced the Autodesk Fusion bundle, an integrated CAD/CAM and 3D Build Prep solution integrated with HP’s Multi Jet Fusion (MJF) and Metal Jet technologies. A single-year license of Autodesk Fusion will be included with every new purchase of a MJF or Metal Jet printer.

In addition, Magics integrates HP Lattice Library giving customers access to HP 3D's latest latticing rules to expand applications for MJF.

Also, through a new collaboration with Fabrex, HP customers can access an AI-powered platform that supports build preparation, order management, and tracking, according to HP.

Expanding Metal 3D Printing Capabilities 

HP announces th HP Metal Jet S100 platform for metal binder jetting, which is expected to be available in 2025. In parallel, HP is collaborating with Volkmann and Sinterzone, which are developing their own configurations for the HP S100 platform.

HP’s collaboration with ArcelorMittal demonstrates how HP Metal Jet S100 technology is advancing 3D printing across industrial sectors like automotive. By combining HP’s additive manufacturing expertise with ArcelorMittal’s sustainable steel innovations, this partnership aims to reduce production costs, expand material options, and drive broader adoption of 3D-printed steel in key industries, according to HP.

HP is also collaborating with Eaton to support testing and validation of advancements in its Metal Jet 3D printing solution. Key innovations include nitrogen-enhanced sintering, which improves the mechanical properties of 316L metal parts, and the S100 Powder Processing Solution, which reduces cost and improves yield in binderjet processes, according to hP.

Announcing a new HP Metal Jet Adoption Center 

In collaboration with AMES, located in Barcelona, HP is collaborating to launch a new HP Metal Jet Adoption Center. This facility will combine HP’s advanced 3D printing technology with AMES’ metallurgical expertise to facilitate the transition from prototyping to full-scale metal production. The center will offer a range of services, application development, and process optimization, supporting European customers in their production goals.

Something Added to the Footwear Industry

Something Added will convert the D-factory into the first additive manufacturing hub for footwear production with HP's technology. This collaboration aims to offer innovations around hardware, materials, and more affordable manufacturing solutions. It will enable large-scale adoption.

Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company’s website.