On March 19, 2025, TCT Asia—one of the world's leading additive manufacturing events—successfully concluded in Shanghai. INTAMSYS, as a full-process intelligent manufacturing solutions provider, showcased its "Speed & Cost Efficiency Strategy" to demonstrate how 3D printing is reshaping manufacturing logic. With a record-breaking 31,352 attendees (31% YoY growth) and a 140% surge in international buyers, the event underscored the increasing global recognition of China's 3D printing advancements.
Industry Insights: A Transformational Shift in Additive Manufacturing
This year’s TCT Asia highlighted key trends defining the future of industrial 3D printing:
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Expanding Applications: Beyond aerospace, automotive, and electronics, industries such as food & beverage packaging and cosmetic design are adopting additive manufacturing.
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Paradigm Shift in Production: INTAMSYS introduced its “Direct End-Use Manufacturing & Flexible Mass Production” approach, moving 3D printing beyond prototyping toward direct manufacturing.
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Accelerated Globalization: Industrial FFF is emerging as a strategic solution for overcoming the trade-off between customization and economies of scale.
Defining the Future: Smart Factories & Advanced Materials
1. Industrial-Grade Print Farms: From Scaling Challenges to Unlimited Production Capacity
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Lights-Out Manufacturing: Fully automated clusters enable 24/7 production, delivering complex parts in just 72 hours, with a 300% efficiency boost.
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End-to-End Service: A complete workflow from design optimization, material selection, printing, to post-processing, meeting the growing demand for customized end-use parts in aerospace and automotive industries.
2. 25+ High-Performance Materials: Unlocking Industry-Wide Applications
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High-Temperature Materials:
PEI 1010 (heat resistance: 215°C) & PEI 9085 (CAAC aerospace-certified) optimize automotive molds and aerospace parts.
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Lightweight Solutions:
PPA-CF reduces weight by 40%, delivering high-strength, low-energy solutions for humanoid robots and automotive inspection tools.
3. The INTAMSYS Fleet: Scalable Manufacturing Solutions
At TCT Asia, INTAMSYS unveiled its industrial 3D printer lineup, optimized for speed, performance, and compatibility. The showcased models received overwhelming praise for their reliability and efficiency:
FUNMAT PRO 310 NEO:
- New high-speed controller reduces print time by 50%, achieving daily output of 500-1000g.
- 100°C heated chamber + 350°C independent dual extruders ensure warp-free printing of PC, PC-ABS, PC-FR, and other engineering materials.
FUNMAT PRO 610HT:
- 500°C nozzle, 300°C chamber, supporting PEI, PEEK, and PEEK-CF.
- 610×508×508mm build volume, ideal for custom end-use parts and low-volume production.
FUNMAT PRO 410:
- 305×305×406mm build volume, supporting PEEK, PPS, PA-CF, PC, and ABS.
- The go-to cost-effective choice for automotive and general manufacturing.
Live Applications: From Concept to Scalable Production
INTAMSYS’ six key case studies at TCT Asia 2025 sparked widespread industry discussions:
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High-Density Tungsten Alloy Components: FFF-printed tungsten alloy parts for nuclear energy and medical radiation shielding.
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PEI 9085 Aircraft Instrument Glove Box: No-mold manufacturing + reverse engineering reduced production time to just one week. CAAC-certified for aviation safety compliance.
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1.6m Automotive Luggage Compartment Gauge: 3D-printed PPA-CF structure ensures ±2mm precision. 40% weight reduction and flexible fixture solutions enhance assembly efficiency.
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PPA-CF Humanoid Robot Shell: 70% lighter than aluminum, 40% cost reduction. No tooling required, enabling rapid design iterations.
The conclusion of TCT Asia 2025 marks a new chapter for INTAMSYS. Moving forward, we remain committed to advancing industrial-grade FFF 3D printing, enabling global manufacturers to achieve faster production cycles and cost reductions from R&D to mass production.
About INTAMSYS
INTAMSYS specializes in industrial 3D printing solutions, focusing on high-performance FFF technology for engineering applications. With headquarters in China and offices in Germany and the United States, INTAMSYS serves global industries with cutting-edge FUNMAT™ 3D printers and advanced material solutions.
Learn More at www.intamsys.com
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