Case Study: Nippon Katan Corporation achieves faster product development and improved customer communication with 3D Systems' Projet MJP 3600 HD

Nippon Katan Power Delivers Better Customer Communication with Multi Jet Printing

Nippon Katan Corporation, a pioneer in power transmission lines based in Osaka, faced a challenge designing complex, highly durable catenary pole brackets and insulators that must withstand extreme weather while bearing full wire loads. After finite element modeling showed the need for physical prototypes to complete structural analysis and improve customer communication, the company sought a rapid, reliable way to produce parts for review and presentation.

They adopted the Projet MJP 3600 HD multi-jet 3D printer through reseller IGUAZU to produce high-definition prototypes for structure verification, design review and client demonstrations. The printer made part production fast and easy for the whole department, improved customer understanding by letting clients handle tangible parts, and accelerated the product development cycle while delivering the accuracy and precision Nippon Katan required.

Nippon Katan Corporation

Yoshiharu Matsushita

Technical Engineering Department