3D print - Orthopädie-Technik Scharpenberg

Diverse possibilities with 3D printing technology

3D printing is an innovative solution for the fast and precise production of plastic components. Our printers are specifically designed for printing prosthetic and orthotic devices, enabling the clean conversion of design data into physical parts. The use of various filaments allows for flexible material and color selection with tailored mechanical and physical properties.

Thanks to digital planning, a robust component is created from a design in a meticulously planned process where every detail matters.

Our services at a glance

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Rapid component manufacturing

Ideal solution for implementing design ideas, directly from the digital model to the real component

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Flexible material selection

Processing of various polymers with individual mechanical properties, tailored to the intended use

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High precision

Fine details and precise implementation make 3D printing ideal for orthopedics

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Customized solutions

Each component can be precisely tailored to the requirements of the individual customer

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Digitally controlled process

From the 3D model via the slicer to manufacturing, efficiently and reproducibly controllable

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Resource-efficient manufacturing

Material is only used where it is needed, saving raw materials and reducing waste

This is how 3D printing works in detail

Ein Mann mit Oberschenkelprothese und einem Prothesencover nach Maß sitzt auf einer Bank im Sanitätshaus.

Eine 3D gedruckte Fingerorthese in grau.

3D gedrucktes Prothesencover mit Aussparung für ein Luftausstoßventil.

Ein 3D Drucker bei der arbeit, er druckt ein graues zylinderartiges Objekt.

Ein Prothesencover in beige mit schwarzem Muster, das Blüten und einen Schmetterling zeigt.

Before a component is manufactured, it is first planned and a concept developed. The geometry is then created and refined using 2D/3D scanning or 3D CAD. The finished digital component is then converted into a surface model. This is further refined using slicing software to create a layered model, which is then stored in machine code. This layer-by-layer model build-up corresponds to the layer-by-layer generation process by the 3D printer. Depending on the volume, complexity, and material of the component, the printing process itself can take anywhere from a few minutes to several days. After printing, post-processing is carried out before the finished component is installed in its intended application.

Here’s what our customers say

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When my son had a serious sports accident, we were sent from the hospital to Orthopädie Scharpenberg because we needed an orthosis. We were given a very warm welcome, hardly had to wait at all, and the product was explained to us very clearly. We received excellent care in every respect.

Katrin

3D Printing in Action: Practical and Scalable

Ein 3D Drucker arbeitet im Vordergrund, im Hintergrund stehen zwei Personen an einem Tisch.

Our production is designed to handle multiple print jobs in parallel. Especially with time-consuming prints, it’s worthwhile to operate several printers simultaneously. This allows us to efficiently and promptly meet individual customer requirements, even for more complex or multiple components. Thanks to the process’s easy scalability, ideas can not only be implemented but also quickly adapted to new requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can be manufactured with 3D printing?

From functional plastic components and individually adapted orthoses to aesthetic prosthetic covers, 3D printing offers versatile applications. The production of prosthetic sockets is also feasible: In collaboration with leading manufacturers, we rely on innovative approaches to further develop proven processes. This results in lighter, faster, and more efficient care for the customer.

How long does a 3D print take?

The printing time depends on the volume, complexity, and material of the component. It ranges from a few minutes to several days.

What materials are used?

Various polymer-based filaments are used, selected according to mechanical and physical requirements.

Is 3D printing sustainable?

By applying material precisely where needed, the amount of waste can be reduced. Prototyping is carried out using cornstarch-based filaments, making production resource-efficient and environmentally friendly.

Eine Mitarbeiterin vom Orthopädiehaus Scharpenberg am Telefon.

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