Sporting goods manufacturer Reusch launches a goalkeeper glove featuring a 3D-printed punch zone. Named Attrakt Fusion Carbon® 3D, the glove’s name includes a reference to AM partner Carbon whose technology powers the manufacturing phase.
This limited-edition glove sets new standards in goalkeeper equipment, as Christian Hilber, Product Manager at Reusch Goalkeeping, explains:
“The heart of the glove is clearly the 3D-printed punching zone. The high-tech mesh structure not only looks futuristic, but is also highly elastic, tear-resistant and energy-absorbing. The clear advantage over conventional rubber or latex applications lies in the three-dimensional grid structure, which offers unparalleled rebound and energy return while being very light and extremely flexible.”
The technology behind the punch zone
As a reminder, Carbon®’s patented Digital Light Synthesis™ technology uses light and specialized resins to create smooth, strong, and detailed parts without visible layers. This process allows for more complex structures and ensures high speed and production quality. This makes it a game-changer in performance product development.
“What I think was most challenging during the development,” says Jiaqi Ren, Application Development Engineer at Carbon®, “was working with our assembly partner to convert the injection-molded component to a 3D-printed one. Within a limited thickness, we used Carbon® Design Engine to provide multiple lattice (structural grid) combinations to fine-tune performance. This punch zone component needs to endure continuous flexing throughout the game, so we conducted extensive tests on bonding strength to ensure it meets professional standards.”
Combining grip, control and stability
To further elevate performance, Reusch has paired this innovation with advanced features such as Fusion Grip Latex for all-weather grip, the Evolution Negative Cut for a second-skin fit and ball control, and the AdaptiveFlex Closure System, offering both wrist stability and freedom of movement.
“The backhand panel has traditionally been made with drop plastic latex for decades,” adds Jiaqi Ren. “3D-printed lattice (structural grid) gave the glove a completely new design language — without sacrificing performance. It offers improved energy damping to help protect the back of the hand, and I believe we’ve only scratched the surface of what this technology can bring to goalkeeper gloves.”
The Attrakt Fusion Carbon® 3D is already available worldwide.
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