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Success Story: Assembly Tooling for Flexible Production

Assembly tooling for flexible production.

Diractum

June 28, 20252 minutes

Thanks to additive manufacturing, we completely transformed the way assembly tooling is produced. We reduced lead times from months to just days—while maintaining quality and lowering costs.

Key benefits achieved:

  • Faster response time: days instead of months

  • End-to-end optimization: DFAM (Design for Additive Manufacturing), lower material usage, and improved processes

  • Flexible, parametric design adaptable to multiple configurations

  • Digital inventory management for immediate reprints on demand

This case shows how 3D printing doesn’t just replace traditional methods—it boosts operational efficiency across the entire value chain.