Stratasys Ltd, a leader in 3D printing, has released the results of a study commissioned by the Additive Manufacturer Green Trade Association (AMGTA). The focus was on the environmental benefits of the additive manufacturing process in the fashion industry.
The study, titled “Comparative Analysis: 3D Material Jetting vs. Traditional Methods for Designer Luxury Goods,” was conducted in collaboration with DYLOAN Bond Factory, a Pattern Group company. It examined the transition from traditional manufacturing methods to the advanced additive manufacturing process for producing 16,000 logo applications for 8,000 pairs of luxury designer shoes. The innovative Stratasys J850 Fashion TechStyle printer was used for the printing process.
Key findings of the study include:
- A 24.8% reduction in CO2e emissions compared to conventional processes.
Savings of nearly one metric ton of CO2e in the production of 16,000 printed logos. - A 49.9% reduction in supply chain material consumption.
The J850 TechStyle process uses no water, potentially saving over 300,000 liters of water. - Electrical energy consumption decreases by over 64% through additive manufacturing.
The study was conducted by Reeves Insight and reviewed by ACAM Aachen Center for Additive Manufacturing GmbH.
“Producing sustainably is becoming increasingly crucial for designers in the world of luxury, and this is particularly relevant for Dyloan Bond Factory a Pattern Group Company as well,” said Loreto Di Rienzo, R&D Director at the Pattern Group. “Stratasys’ innovation in 3D printing with the TechStyle™ technology enables us to offer revolutionary capabilities by reducing waste, minimizing reliance on natural resources and optimizing the environmental impact of our entire supply chain.”
Di Rienzo related to the AMGTA Lifecycle research, saying, “As revealed in the report on ‘Comparative Analysis: 3D Material Jetting vs Traditional Methods for Designer Luxury Goods’ in which Stratasys and Dyloan Bond Factory collaborated, we can affirm and demonstrate that additive technology truly improves our environmental impact while expanding design freedom without compromising the quality of the end result.”
The study results will be presented at FormNext in Frankfurt, Germany, Nov. 7-10, 2023. Sherri Monroe, Executive Director of AMGTA, will present the study’s findings.
Sherri Monroe, Executive Director of the AMGTA commented, “We are pleased to issue the third body of research in a series of papers designed to reveal the environmental benefits of additive manufacturing adoption. We are committed to advancing the research and publication required to better understand the sustainable value of AM technologies as part of the manufacturing cycle for broad business cases. The Stratasys-Dyloan Bond Factory Fashion LifeCycle Analysis (LCA), assessing print-to-textile, is our first polymer undertaking. It delivers important data that supports the value of AM to impact one of the most polluting industries in the world.”
“Our Mindful Manufacturing™ approach is a commitment to our customers,” said Dr. Yoav Zeif, CEO at Stratasys. “By embracing sustainable practices and innovative AM technologies, we’re working to reduce global carbon footprints – our own and our users. This study showcases how the adoption of our advanced AM offering empowers customers to deliver manufacturing solutions that improve their impact on the environment and at the same time deliver competitive advantage through innovation in production for design.”
This report underscores Stratasys’ commitment to creating a more sustainable and efficient future through 3D printing.
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