The new TechStyle Fabric Alignment Station from 3D printing specialist Stratasys is the latest development in the evolution of the company’s 3DFashion technology.

In order to meet the needs of high-end fashion designers it provides a unique workflow route enabling integration with embroidery, laser cutting, embossing, 2D silk printing and many other production methods.

By extending the capabilities of the J850 TechStyle full colour solution, designers can now enjoy unprecedented accuracy by aligning 2D printed patterns with intricate 3D designs within defined garment areas such as pockets and patches, as well as 3D designs on specific sections of a garment created using stitching techniques like embroidery and knitting.

The station aligns patterns and designs with exceptional precision, allowing designers to place the 3D printed elements exactly where they are needed and by automating the alignment process reducing the need for manual adjustments.

As a result, the additive manufacturing fashion solution eliminates the trial-and-error traditionally associated with aligning designs on finished garments, reducing costs, improving production times and minimising material waste.

“Today’s fashion consumers value personalisation, driving demand for customisable and bespoke products,” says Zehavit Reisin, senior vice president of consumer solutions at Stratasys. “This solution is transforming the creative process and production efficiency.”

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