Solukon SPR-Pathfinder® software helps clean complex parts in record time

What is SPR-Pathfinder®, and how does it work?
To help effectively remove excess powder from complex internal structures, the software uses a build job’s CAD file to calculate the optimal motion sequence for the machine to use. With this ideal path calculated, the powder is able to flow out completely.

- SPR-Pathfinder® uses a part’s digital twin to optimise post-processing.
- Calculations are based on a flow simulation that analyses this digital twin.
- The motion sequence is then read by the Solukon system, which in turn runs the programmed paths.

The result? Expert cleaning of even the most complex parts, all in record time and all without any human programming.

“In contrast to conventional manufacturing processes, 3D printing uses the part’s digital twin. To date, however, this was only utilised during the printing itself. With SPR-Pathfinder®, the part’s digital twin can now also be used during depowdering. This is how we ensure that the potential of the digital twin can be used to the fullest in post-processing as well,” says Andreas Hartmann, CEO/CTO of Solukon.