Madeinadd for To.Tem: The Perfect 3D Printing Solutions for Manufacturing Individual Components

In this case study, we will examine how the Additive Manufacturing technologies selected by Madeinadd have provided concrete benefits to a company seeking a strategic partner for the creation of a new component, with the potential for mass production.

This example highlights how 3D printing is becoming increasingly essential in today's production dynamics.

About To.tem

To.Tem is a Turin-based startup founded in 2020. The company aims to make mobility more sustainable and accessible to everyone by designing and engineering electric mobility solutions. 

To.Tem was created by a group of engineers who leveraged their expertise and background in the automotive field. They decided to contribute to the future by developing high-quality micromobility vehicles, strictly Made in Italy.

How the Collaboration with Madeinadd Began

To.Tem, as an innovative startup, needed to produce individual parts for its vehicles in a very short time, given the rapidly changing e-mobility market. They considered additive manufacturing for the production of subcomponents to be assembled with those made using traditional technologies.

Madeinadd, being a young and agile company itself, provided a response that perfectly matched To.Tem's needs, particularly regarding delivery times, manufacturing methods, and flexibility. These factors laid the foundation for an effective partnership between the two companies.

How Madeinadd Uses 3D Printing

Madeinadd acts as a digital tier 1 supplier, overseeing the entire supply chain. Depending on a client's specific needs, Madeinadd identifies the appropriate technology, materials, development, and suppliers, while also ensuring the best design and quality control for the finished product.

In other words, Madeinadd enabled To.Tem to avoid the time and effort involved in searching for suitable outsourcing suppliers by choosing the most appropriate one based on comprehensive 3D printing expertise.

Project Development

To.Tem needed to create a rear light holder for an electric scooter model. Initially, the startup considered traditional technology through injection molding. However, this option was discarded due to the high costs of the necessary equipment and the time required, which was about three weeks from design to actual production, along with the overall high expenses involved.

The Solution Identified by Madeinadd

Madeinadd's expertise led to the identification of a solution using MJF additive technology, specifically HP Multi Jet Fusion (MJF), an industrial 3D printing method on a powder bed. 

This technology allows for the creation of precise and functional objects, including complex geometries that are difficult to achieve with traditional manufacturing processes. With MJF, it is possible to produce multiple components simultaneously, characterized by detailed precision and excellent finish, all in extremely short times.

The Material Used

The material used was polyamide 12 (or nylon 12) - PA12, one of the most sought-after and widely used in the industry. Its main characteristics include good mechanical resistance combined with operational temperatures. In this case, it proved to be very suitable due to its impact and weather resistance, making it ideal for integration into a scooter.

Client's Most Appreciated Aspects

Madeinadd provides its clients with a digital platform to offer the benefits of 3D printing to every production entity. Another added value of Madeinadd is the comprehensive, step-by-step assistance, even through a digital platform.

Madeinadd's approach is to guide the client through the entire process, advising on the best combination of technology and materials for the project's needs, thereby relieving the client from the burden of sourcing individual suppliers.

This approach forms the basis for establishing a long-term relationship.