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HBD: Advancing Metal 3D Printing with Innovative Solutions

Established in 2007, HBD specializes in LPBF (laser powder bed fusion) technology development and additive machine manufacturing. The company maintains bases in both Guangdong and Shanghai. This year, the company established a new office in Munich, Germany. Additionally, two new factories, each spanning approximately 50,000 square meters, are currently under construction in Shanghai and Zhongshan, with an anticipated completion date in 2024.

New factory buildings are under construction in both Shanghai and Zhongshan

HBD office in Munich, Germany

HBD additive machines are being installed in more than 30 countries and regions globally for industrial use and the installation base is growing rapidly with above 700 units including the HBD 150D and HBD 200D for dental, HBD 350 and HBD 400 for industrial & tooling, HBD 500 and HBD 1000Pro large size machines for marine, automotive and energy industries, etc. HBD is offering partners and users with industry-class metal additive machines and solutions with high quality and excellent service supporting for various vertical industries.

HBD Metal AM System Installations

The HBD metal AM system earns high praise from industry users for its outstanding laser beam quality, optimized gas flow configuration, and consistent forming quality. Particularly, the HBD 1000Pro and HBD 500 have demonstrated significant advantages such as cost savings, shortened production cycles, and reduced component weight. These innovations have successfully addressed various challenges in industry manufacturing, resulting in stable partnerships with numerous prestigious scientific research institutes.

HBD 1000Pro Metal AM System Workshop

HBD 1000Pro 8 Laser Metal AM System Printing Process

In a recent aircraft regenerative cooling combustion chamber 3D printing project, the HBD 1000Pro metal AM system successfully addressed the challenge of internal surface treatment. The combustion chamber outer wall features numerous longitudinally curved rectangular internal passages with a rectangular cross-section dimension of 1mm x 1.5mm. The traditional manufacturing production cycle is approximately 2 months, whereas metal 3D printing has not only reduced manufacturing costs but also significantly shortened the production process and cycle to approximately 10 days. Additionally, it has improved product qualification rates and consistency, markedly reducing reliance on manual skills.

Aircraft Regenerative Cooling Combustion Chamber

In efforts to strengthen their technological expertise and innovative edge, HBD has embarked on extensive collaborations with companies in the Consumer Electronics Industry, focusing on exploring lean production models tailored for scalable additive manufacturing solutions.

One notable collaboration involves the Luban Titanium Alloy Hinge, independently developed by HONOR, with participation from several additive manufacturing companies including HBD. This hinge is a key component of the HONOR Magic V2, playing a pivotal role in achieving a remarkable thickness breakthrough of 9.90mm. By harnessing the benefits of titanium alloy technology, the axle cover within the hinge is made lighter and thinner, resulting in reduced overall thickness and weight of the folding screen.

The luban titanium alloy hinge image (via honor.com)

From laser powder bed fusion technology (LPBF) to laser additive and cutting manufacturing technology (LACM), and beyond to Metal Additive Manufacturing Composite Equipment, HBD persists in refining its metal additive manufacturing solutions. Currently, HBD has established a robust metal Additive Manufacturing ecosystem with multiple key technological advantages.

HBD Metal Additive Manufacturing Technologies

HBD’s commitment goes beyond delivering comprehensive intelligent metal additive manufacturing solutions; the company places equal importance on continuous improvements to its after-sales service system.

Through thorough training and precise operational guidance, clients quickly master HBD additive manufacturing technology, reaping maximum benefits in minimal time. Expert teams provide lifelong technical support, tailoring solutions and collaborating on material and process development to ensure consistent and reliable production.