Parangon uses LOM technology to cut product development times

Abstract

Examines the benefits that a small French engineering design company is experiencing after investing in a Laminated Object Manufacturing [LOM] rapid prototyping machine. It constructs models from layers of paper which are cut to shape by a CO2 laser and glued together by a heated roller. The LOM machines works directly from design data developed by a CAD/CAM system. Gives advantages and disadvantages of the system and looks at possible future developments for the LOM machine, including the handling of new materials such as plastic films.

Citation

Kochan, A. (1994), "Parangon uses LOM technology to cut product development times", Assembly Automation, Vol. 14 No. 2, pp. 32-34. https://doi.org/10.1108/EUM0000000004207