ExOne Debuts Compact S-Print Pro Sand 3D Printer for Smaller Foundries
ExOne has introduced the S-Print Pro, a compact sand 3D printer designed to make production-grade binder jetting accessible to small and mid-sized foundries and pattern shops.
ExOne has launched its new S-Print Pro sand 3D printer, aiming to bring industrial binder jetting capabilities to smaller foundries and pattern shops. The company stated that the machine is designed to support foundries, pattern makers, and print service providers.
The S-Print Pro occupies less than 12 square meters of floor space and is designed to offer the accuracy and repeatability found in ExOne's larger S-Max platform. ExOne is targeting this printer towards smaller foundries and pattern shops that focus on low-volume casting, contract manufacturing, spare part production, custom components, and regional supply chains.
Key features of the S-Print Pro include the CoreBoost printhead generation, operating at a 400 dpi resolution, and StepX in-situ surface smoothing to minimize the stair-stepping effect. The printer has a build volume of 1200 x 750 x 500 mm, can print with layer thicknesses ranging from 0.1 to 1.00 mm, and is capable of completing a full job box within a single shift. User-replaceable printhead modules, a service-friendly design, and a two-canister system are incorporated to minimize downtime and simplify maintenance.
ExOne CEO Eric Bader highlighted that the S-Print Pro is a response to customer demand for an industrial sand printing system that is affordable to acquire, install, and operate. He noted the company's focus on combining engineering, application knowledge, and customer insights to address production challenges and make industrial binder jetting more accessible globally, particularly for the numerous smaller operations that form the backbone of the manufacturing industry.
Deliveries of the S-Print Pro are slated to commence in the second half of 2026, beginning with selected beta partners and early reservation holders.
The S-Print Pro's compact size and affordability democratize industrial sand binder jetting for smaller foundries. This development supports distributed manufacturing and on-demand production of casting molds and cores, crucial for sectors like automotive and aerospace seeking to reduce lead times and inventory, aligning with the broader additive manufacturing push for accessible, decentralized production.
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