Precision RP Systems Drop-On-Demand Jet Technology (DODJET) Precision RP Systems Solidscape Corporate Overview Founded in 1994 Privately-held Corporation Headquarters - Merrimack, New Hampshire Manufacturing Facility 36,000 sq. ft. Installed Base of 650 Units 10% of Total RP Systems Worldwide Precision RP Systems RP Market Analysis ($) NOTE: These figures include products (RP systems, materials & after market products) and services (production of models & patterns, maintenance contracts, seminars, training, contract research, consulting services and other services.) Source: Wohlers Associates, Inc., 2001 Report Precision RP Systems RP Market Analysis (units) Source: Wohlers Associates, Inc., 2001 Report Precision RP Systems RP Installations Worldwide Source: Wohlers Associates, Inc., 2001 Report Precision RP Systems DODJET Process & Advantages Additive process - layer by layer Dual material construction process Finite control over layer thickness in Z Axis Jetting 6,000-12,000 micro droplets per second Droplets nominally in. in diameter Precision RP Systems Surface Finish Quality DODJET technology delivers 1/10th the stair stepping of competitive processes. Precision RP Systems Slice Thickness Range vs. Application Concept Models Precision Tooling Other RP Systems 15 mil 3 mil PatternMaster System 1.5 mil 0.5 mil mil 0.38 mm mm mm mm mm Concept Model Range Precision Range Tooling Range NOTE: 1 mil = inch Precision RP Systems Achievable Features Most accurate RP technology: in. per inch Soluble support material Superior surface finish: micro inches (RMS) Layer thickness between in. and in. Non-toxic thermoplastic build material Fast melt-out, No ash/residue, negligible thermal expansion Precision RP Systems Focus On Manufacturing Patterns High Precision & Accuracy Ultra-Smooth Surface Finish Parts That Fit Within 12 x 6 x 8.5 in Complex Parts With Intricate Features Elastomeric Molds For Plastic Parts Investment Casting For Metal Parts Tooling Grade Patterns Manufacturing Patterns Addresses Form, Fit & Function Concept Models Addresses Only Form Large, Rough Parts Fast Models, Minimal Detail Precision RP Systems Machine Design Precision RP Systems The Build Process Z Motion Build Table Precision Machining CAD Interface -.STL File -.SLC File -.DXF File Control Software Jet Electronics Controls Dissolvable Supports X-Y Motion Build Substrate Object Model Vectored Jetting (Droplet Size in.) Precision RP Systems Build Platform Precision RP Systems Tanks & Heated Lines Precision RP Systems Jets Precision RP Systems ENLARGED SMOOTH, CRISP EDGES SUPERIOR SURFACE FINISH Jet Traces Edge Jets can simultaneously move in the X and Y directions. This allows the jets to precisely trace curves. Solidscape ModelMaker II Solidscape PatternMaster Vectored Jetting Precision RP Systems Jet Checking Precision RP Systems ENLARGED TESSELLATED EDGES ROUGH SURFACE FINISH Jets Sweep Across Area Multiple jets move in one direction only and fire independently. Z-CORP THERMOJET..... Rastored Jetting Precision RP Systems WITH MACHINING Planer surfacer machines each layer to a precise thickness Variable Layer Thickness Custom Layer Configurations Z-Axis Tolerance Precision Power Failure Recovery Good Surface to Deposition Next Layer.0005.003 Thinner Layers For Resolution Thicker Layers For Speed Precise Layer Machining Precision RP Systems Planer Blade Precision RP Systems Inaccuracies Ripple Throughout the Part Layer Thickness Variation is Seen Throughout the Part Only One Layer Thickness Power Failure Start Over WITHOUT MACHINING Without Layer Machining Precision RP Systems Small Features Remain Intact Orange Support Material Dissolves Away Inside Cavities Complex Internal Cavities Thin Wall, Small Features Less Finish Work Superior Surface Finish Lower Labor Costs Dissolvable Supports. 008 Precision RP Systems Before/After De-waxing Precision RP Systems Damaged Features Leftover Supports Increased Hand Finishing Time Bits of Toxic Material and Dust Bits of Support Structures Manually Breakaway Supports Breakaway Supports Precision RP Systems Graphical User Interface Software Import CAD Geometry Orient/Position/Scale Parts on Platform Assign Layer Configuration Automatic Support Creation Create ModelMaker Instruction File Precision RP Systems Consumables ProtoBuild Plastic model material ProtoSupport Wax support material ProtoBase Models built on ProtoBase ProtoTape Wipes jets BIOACT VSO Dewaxing fluid Precision RP Systems Start-up Kit Precision RP Systems Jet Position Calibration Jet Volume Calibration Routine Maintenance Precision RP Systems Release part from substrate Remove orange support material Support removal Dry part Dissolvable Support Removal Precision RP Systems Part Finishing Precision RP Systems Follow-On Processes Investment Casting RTV Silicone Molds (Soft Tooling) Aluminum Epoxy Prototype Tooling Investment Casting Bridge Tooling Precision RP Systems Investment Casting Process Pattern Assembly Ceramic InvestmentDewaxing Investment PreheatCastingKnockoutCutoff & Finishing Precision RP Systems Typical Process Tolerances: .003" to 1/4" .004" to 1/2" .005" per inch to 3" .003" for each add inch. Surface Finish: RMS Minimum Draft: None Normal Minimum Section Thickness:.030" (Small Areas).060" (Larger Areas) Investment Casting Process Precision RP Systems Investment Casting of Metal Parts Master Patterns go to investment foundry for setup, treeing and shelling for investment 1.5 days The material used for casting was Beryllium Copper (20c) Master Pattern completed on the PatternMaster in 7.33 hrs Precision RP Systems Follow-On Processes Investment Casting RTV Silicone Molds (Soft Tooling) Aluminum Epoxy Prototype Tooling Investment Casting Bridge Tooling Precision RP Systems Silicone Mold Process Pour Silicone Close Mold Create Parting LineAdd Gating Vacuum Cast Remove Gating Split MoldRemove Master Pattern Cast UrethaneRemove Part Create Master Pattern Precision RP Systems Precise Master Patterns Master Patterns were completed on the Solidscape PatternMaster in 9.25 hrs per set The prototyping system was configured to create core and cavity master patterns using build parameters specifying a.0015 inch layer thickness All rapid tooling processes start with Accurate Master Patterns Precision RP Systems Rapid Tooling RTV Silicone (Soft Tooling) Silicone material poured into frame with parts suspended to form rigid rubber mold Completed mold set and cured for use in 6.00 hours Urethane parts created from the RTV silicone molds are good for a variety of applications Master Patterns were completed on the PatternMaster in 9.25 hrs Precision RP Systems Follow-On Processes Investment Casting RTV Silicone Molds (Soft Tooling) Aluminum Epoxy Prototype Tooling Investment Casting Bridge Tooling Precision RP Systems Rapid Tooling Aluminum-Epoxy Silicone material poured into frame with parts suspended to form rigid rubber mold Completed mold set and cured for use in 6.00 hours Pour MCPs EP-250 Aluminum-Epoxy material and cure hours Master Patterns were completed on the PatternMaster in 9.25 hrs Precision RP Systems Follow-On Processes Investment Casting RTV Silicone Molds (Soft Tooling) Aluminum Epoxy Prototype Tooling Investment Casting Bridge Tooling Precision RP Systems Rapid Tooling Investment Casting 20c Alloy Cast-ready patterns go to investment foundry for setup, treeing and shelling for investment 2 days Finished parts are machined for final tolerance as inserts into a M.U.D. frame for injection molding 4.00 hours The material invested was Beryllium Copper (20c), many other alloys such as Tool Steels and Stainless Steels available Master Patterns were completed on the PatternMaster in 9.25 hrs Precision RP Systems Rapid Tooling Samples Precision RP Systems Rapid Tooling Applications Time vs. Performance Benefit ApplicationTime ToApproximateUtility/Shots CompletionCost Master Pattern9.25 hrs.$ Rapid Tooling RTV Silicone Molds1 day$ Up to12 Rapid Tooling Aluminum-Epoxy2 days$ ~500 Rapid Tooling Investment Cast 20c Alloy3 days$ ~25,000 Precision RP Systems Industrial Applications Medical Instruments Consumer Products Electrical Components Industrial Design Studios & RP Services Automotive Parts & Accessories Aerospace Components Recreation Toys Sporting Goods Model Hobbyists Precision RP Systems Medical Devices Precision RP Systems Electrical Components Precision RP Systems Consumer Electronics Precision RP Systems Sporting Goods Precision RP Systems Toys-Toys-Toys Precision RP Systems Scale Models Precision RP Systems Sunglasses Precision RP Systems Jewelry, Medals, Emblems, Plaques, Buttons & Coins Precision RP Systems Representative ModelMaker II & PatternMaster Pricing Machine Purchase Price: $67,000 - $77,000 Typically 5 year lease, $1.00 buy-out Monthly payment of $1,350-$1,600 $7,000 annual service contract after first year and includes build & support jet coverage. Miscellaneous support equipment is available from several sources and runs about $1, total. (List supplied) Material Cost: ProtoBuild in lb. bottles $98.50 to $88.50/bottle, ProtoSupport in lb. bottles $78.50 to $70.65/bottle depending on quantity Approximately $250/month 85% machine utilization Average industrial part is $8.19/cu. in. (Build and Support material) Precision RP Systems Technical Support One year service contract included with purchase. Service Contract includes Build & Support jet replacement. Technical support via toll-free number or on-site field service technician support as required Introductory training by Solidscape at time of installation Advanced 2.5 day training for one person at Solidscape corporate headquarters included. (Does not include travel expenses.) Precision RP Systems Worlds most accurate technology Superior surface finish Excellent castability Dissolvable support structure--no post processing Outstanding feature detail Summary Precision RP Systems Dissolvable Support Material Precision RP Systems Feature Detail Precision RP Systems Superior Surface Finish Precision RP Systems Contact Information Pat Stanley Central Region Sales Manager Solidscape Inc Chastek Way Minnetonka, MN tel fax