OEM 3D printing Carbon recently shared some automation, material development, and workflow optimization advancements that could help dental labs achieve more viable dental 3D printing applications.
Its automation solutions constitute the Automatic Operation (AO) Suite which includes Automatic Print Preparation (APP), AO Polishing Cassettes for all M-Series printers, the AO Backpack, and the all-new Parts Retrieval Basket—an accessory for the AO Backpack that allows labs to retrieve printed parts on their schedule without disrupting ongoing prints.
What do they serve for?
The Parts Retrieval Basket is designed for labs running the AO Backpack during staffed shifts, providing the flexibility to access completed prints without pausing production. Available as a separate orderable accessory, this feature reflects Carbon’s ongoing commitment to enhancing lab workflows by listening to customer feedback and continuously improving automation solutions. Since launching last year, the AO Backpack has already processed over 18,000 prints, redefining the scale at which labs can operate daily.
Automatic Print Preparation (APP) streamlines the pre-print workflow by automating essential pre-processing steps such as orientation, supports, and labeling. While APP complements the AO Backpack by reducing manual intervention, it can also be used independently to optimize print preparation, keep the print queue moving, and enhance efficiency in existing lab workflows.
Available for the M2, M3, and M3 Max printer platforms, the AO Polishing Cassette leverages advanced light-scattering technology to polish parts directly during printing. The process helps to produce smoother and clearer prints while reducing manual labor and preserving intricate design details. Compatible with materials such as Dentsply’s Lucitone Digital Print™ and Keystone Keysplint Soft™ Clear, it enhances the production of denture bases and splints.
Introducing Lucentra™
Designed to help orthodontic labs and aligner manufacturers produce clearer final thermoformed aligners, Lucentra™ is a complementary stack of products that includes finely tuned software, a new cassette for the Carbon L1 printer, and the UMA 20 material.
Lucentra is engineered to reduce visible layer lines in thermoformed clear aligners by delivering smoother printed models, improving clarity from the start. Additionally, UMA 20 is specifically designed for producing hollow models and has an extended shelf life compared to previously used aligner model materials.
“Our push for innovation in this space is built on listening to dental labs and truly understanding the challenges they face every day—whether it’s the pressure to optimize efficiency or their commitment to better serve their patients and improve outcomes. By driving automation with our AO Suite, we empower labs to focus their time and expertise on the highest-value tasks that elevate their operations and deliver the greatest impact on patient care,” said Terri Capriolo, Senior Vice President, Oral Health at Carbon.
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