In additive manufacturing, producing complex components is only half the battle. The real challenge often comes after printing: ensuring trapped powder is fully removed and surfaces achieve the high-quality finish that today’s industries demand.
That’s exactly the challenge Anubis 3D Industrial Solutions, based in Ontario, faced when creating advanced end-of-arm tooling for autonomous retail systems. Their existing dry blasting process wasn’t delivering the results they needed. Residual powder remained in channels, finishes were inconsistent, and health and safety concerns added further pressure.
By adopting the Vapormatt Puma wet blasting system, Anubis transformed its process:
• Full powder removal: Wet blasting cleared even the most complex internal channels.
• Higher quality finishes: Surfaces were smooth, consistent, and coating-ready.
• Safer and more cost-effective: Risks associated with airborne powders were eliminated, without the need for costly explosion-proof equipment.
• Improved reliability: Components like robotic surface grippers could perform at their designed capacity with complete confidence.
The result - a new level of certainty in performance, efficiency, and safety - opening the door to more ambitious designs and future-ready components.
Learn more about the applications and advantages of wet blasting for additive manufacturers
