Phase3D, a frontrunner in in-situ inspection technology for additive manufacturing, has formed a partnership with Taiyo Nippon Sanso Corporation (TNSC) – broadening the availability of its Fringe Inspection product line in the Japanese market. This partnership provides Japanese manufacturers and researchers direct access to Phase3D’s additive manufacturing quality control solutions, enhancing their production abilities and accuracy.
“This collaboration with TNSC marks an important achievement in our goal to enhance the additive manufacturing sector with reliable quality assurance technology,” stated Niall O’Dowd, Founder and CEO of Phase3D. “TNSC’s comprehensive knowledge of advanced manufacturing and dedication to technical superiority position them as the ideal partner for introducing our inspection solutions to the Japanese market.”
The collaboration with TNSC will offer Japanese clients extensive assistance for Phase3D’s full range of inspection products, such as Fringe Inspection and the recently introduced Fringe Qualification software. Thanks to TNSC’s established knowledge, Phase3D’s measurement-driven solutions will now benefit from a strong distribution and support network across Japan.
This collaboration is especially advantageous for sectors with strict quality standards, like aerospace, medical devices, and defense, where Phase3D’s measurement-driven methodology provides the documented assurance required for essential applications. Through structured light fringe projection technology, Phase3D's Fringe Inspection solutions create accurate height maps with micron-level precision, guaranteeing reliable and consistent quality control throughout the production process.
The main advantages of the collaboration comprise: regional sales and technical assistance across Japan; quick response times for servicing and upkeep; practical training at demo centers; and broadening AM possibilities for current TNSC clients.
This collaboration with TNSC in Japan marks an important milestone in Phase3D’s strategy for global expansion, with more partnerships anticipated in Asia to broaden the company's reach further.