MIMAKI becomes founding member of 3D print consortium

MIMAKI Engineering has announced that they become one of the founding members of the ADAPT (Additive and Digital Advanced Production Technologies) consortium launched by the renowned Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), ADAPT is a consortium directed by Professor John Hart, who leads the MIT Laboratory for Manufacturing and Productivity. With the aim of supporting the advancement of the additive manufacturing (AM) industry, ADAPT will promote research and education for next-generation manufacturing technology based upon AM processes, which includes 3D printing.

According to a source, MIMAKI been given the opportunity to install its UV-LED flatbed printer (UJF-7151 plus) and 3D printer (3DUJ-553) at MIT to support AM-related classes and research. Working towards ADAPT’s vision for the amalgamation and evolution of AM technology and digital production, Mimaki will continue to contribute to ADAPT activities through its inkjet technology and mass customization printing solutions. Additionally, Mimaki will utilize the feedback gained through ADAPT activities to help with future product development.