DeskArtes will attend the Formnext 2026 exhibition at stand F101 (Halle 12.0). Welcome to see the the new and improved features of our software!

DeskArtes will release version 16.1 of 3Data Expert at Formnext 2026. The new release includes several advanced capabilities, including an improved 3D nesting function and the completely new Build Engine for metal LPBF systems. With 3Data Expert 16.1, users can reliably prepare 3D models for metal, SLA, and DLP systems.

The new Build Engine includes multiple hatching strategies and vertical zones with variable slicing thickness. Hatching patterns such as stripe, checkerboard, and offset help produce consistent, high-quality parts for end-user manufacturing. For example, the stripe and checkerboard patterns use short laser vectors to prevent excessive heat accumulation, which can cause part warpage. Overall, DeskArtes Build Engine helps optimize part density, minimize thermal stress, and balance build speed in metal manufacturing processes.

The Build Engine features a simple dialog with Analyse and Build commands. The Analyse command checks and divides the slicing area into various Z spans, assigning slice thickness according to the 3D model’s surface angle and assigns correct laser speed, power, and hatching-distance settings for each Z span. Build Engine uses straightforward list controls for each parameter, supported by clear text and image-based guidance throughout the operation.

New 3D Locator and AM Expert products at EIT Digital OEDIPUS Smart Industry Event in Paris

DeskArtes Managing Director Ismo Mäkelä was presenting new 3D Locator and AM Expert products at EIT Digital OEDIPUS Smart Industry Event in Paris, 28th of Nov. 2019, together with Dr. Sergei Chekurov, Aalto University. The event was organized in the premises of CEA, Paris-Sacaly.

3D Locator and AM Expert development was funded with EIT Digital OEDIPUS program, Activity IDs 16455-A1904 and 116455-A1903

How to improve car component logistics and assembly?

DeskArtes 3D Locator software is a tool for improved car component logistics and assembly line operations. 3D Locators enable more efficient component packing (up to 70% less air) for oversea transportation as well as more efficient assembly line operations at the plant with robots, grippers and automatically guided vehicles. The video shows the grey contoured 3D Locator plates in action at CRF test plant in Melfi, allowing accurate picking and positioning of car parts. 3D Locator software and process was developed in co-operation with CRF, Aalto University and DeskArtes during the years 2018 – 2019 as part of EIT Digital OEDIPUS project framework. DeskArtes will release the 3D Locator software module at Formnext 2019 exhibition. Please visit us for a demonstration at booth 11.0 A44.

3D Locator development was funded with EIT Digital OEDIPUS program, Activity ID 16455-A1904

How to select a suitable AM process for your part?

DeskArtes AM Expert module allows searching for professional AM systems automatically based on the user defined criteria. The wizard-like tool asks for the necessary parameters (size, material, tensile strength, ...) and automatically produces a list of AM systems capable of manufacturing your part. The tool is useful for engineers, designers and manufacturing as well as sales and management personnel when navigating through the quickly changing AM landscape. Please have a look at the attached video and visit us at Formnext show 19.-22. November in Frankfurt (booth 11.0 A44).

AM Expert development was funded with EIT Digital OEDIPUS program, Activity ID 116455-A1903

Many thanks to the Project Worker Team from SIEMENS. Together with Uni Aalto and SIEMENS we ran a joint EU funded project to support additive manufacturing by a suitable decision system. This decision system was implemented on base of the knowledge graph library of the Project Worker. For us it was very beneficial, that we could easily integrate the resulting system into our own 3D Data Processing software. For this use case there was no need to setup on the Project Worker Runtime. Already the implementation and integration of this decision system showed us the power and flexibility of the Project Worker Platform. For more information, please contact DeskArtes managing director Ismo Mäkelä.

DeskArtes partner in I AM RRI project (EU) has developed a unique and advanced patient specific implant manufacturing process, please see the video link below. For more information, please contact DeskArtes managing director Ismo Mäkelä or Ignas Gudas at Ortho Baltic directly.
Link to the Youtube video