SyBridge Technologies has announced the expansion of its additive manufacturing capacities at its site in the Chicago area. The expansion will focus on scaling production lines for the Digital Light Synthesis (DLS) technology developed by longtime partner Carbon Inc. The investment involves more than doubling the existing space and is intended to create the basis for economically viable series production using polymer-based 3D printing processes.
DLS technology is based on a photochemical reaction in which components are built up from a liquid resin in a continuous process through controlled exposure to light. In contrast to conventional additive processes, which print layer by layer, DLS enables a more uniform material structure and better mechanical properties. Carbon claims a repeatability of up to ±40 µm, which makes the technology particularly interesting for the end consumer market.
“We’re thrilled to further strengthen our relationship with Carbon as a preferred North American partner for high-volume DLS applications,” said Byron J. Paul, CEO of SyBridge Technologies. “This investment establishes SyBridge as the largest domestic solution for cost-effective, high-volume DLS production, enabling American companies to localize manufacturing, reduce supply chain risks, eliminate tariff exposure, and lower total production costs.”
SyBridge and Carbon have already been cooperating for eight years, during which, according to the company, around two million components have been manufactured using the DLS platform. With the current expansion, SyBridge is positioning itself as one of the largest providers of DLS series production in North America. The company emphasizes that this is particularly important for US customers looking to restructure their supply chains and bring manufacturing back from overseas.
Philip DeSimone, CEO, Carbon, stated, “SyBridge has been an invaluable partner in advancing the adoption of DLS in North America. This latest expansion reinforces its position as a leader in high-volume additive manufacturing giving our customers globally a North American production partner that can help reduce dependence upon overseas contract manufacturers. SyBridge’s commitment to innovation and efficiency aligns perfectly with Carbon’s vision for the future of manufacturing.”
By combining material flexibility, geometric design freedom and process-reliable reproducibility, SyBridge aims to further unlock the potential of additive manufacturing for industrial applications.
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