Aluminium Special Products Limited 3D Print Jigs and Fixtures

Aluminium Special Products Limited

Aluminium Special Products Limited, based in Kingswinford in the West Midlands, are an independent expert in aluminium and high performance alloys. Since 1986 ASP have been expanding their capabilities to support demanding applications and offer material procurement, supply and logistics as well as precision in-house machining and assembly.

With strong links to customers in major industries including aerospace, defence, automotive, motorsport, marine, rail and more, they are a capable and experienced company focused on bespoke support for innovative manufacturing.

In this case study see how ASP have quickly adopted 3D printing, and how they have made huge time and cost savings with their Markforged Mark Two 3D printer.

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At a glance:

  • Saved Machining Capacity

  • Significantly Increased Productivity

  • Lead Times Reduced

  • Replaced Costly Metal Jigs

  • Eliminated 5-Axis Outsourcing

  • Freed Up Large VMC

Get in touch with us at Mark3D UK Limited to arrange a live demonstration at your facility, or to request a sample 3D printed part to test yourself!

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