3D Printing
At Tenet, we operate a dedicated additive manufacturing lab supporting the nuclear and energy sectors with rapid, precise, and cost-effective solutions.
Our facility includes multiple cutting-edge, large-format, multi-material printers with build volumes up to 320 × 320 × 400 mm.
Running 24/7, these systems deliver high-precision components (±0.02 mm accuracy) and enable the production of substantial single-piece parts or sectioned assemblies with rapid turnaround, keeping critical projects on schedule.
Materials: We can print with a wide range of advanced polymers, including (but not limited to): PLA, PETG, ABS, ASA, PA (Nylon), PC (Polycarbonate), TPU (flexible), and CFRP (carbon-fibre reinforced composites), as well as metal, and glass-fibre-reinforced materials for enhanced strength and temperature resistance. (Additional materials and processes available as we continue to grow our capability.)
3D Printing Services
Technical Highlights:
- Precision: ±0.02 mm accuracy with layer resolution down to 0.1 mm
- Throughput: 24/7 operation for rapid turnaround
- Workflow: Full scan-to-print pipeline for digital reproduction of physical parts and seamless CAD integration
- Large Build Volume: Components available up to 320 × 320 × 400 mm with the capability to print 360mm cubed.
Prototyping
Additive manufacturing lets us compress the design cycle, delivering fast, low-cost iterations that save time and money. This approach:
- Shortens design-to-production timelines
- Reduces rework and waste
- Improves quality and achieves right-first-time solutions
Scale Model Demonstration
Our scale models are powerful tools for communication and planning. They:
- Help explain complex systems to non-technical stakeholders
- Support layout, configuration, and HAZOP reviews
- Aid visualisation and training
- Assist in planning and communicating installation or maintenance procedures
Scan-to-print
Using 3D scanning, we can:
- Reproduce obsolete or bespoke components with complex geometry
- Achieve repeatable accuracy to ±0.02 mm
- Deliver parts faster than traditional manufacturing routes
- Reduce downtime and maintain critical infrastructure
