Spending Tens of Millions to Purchase 13 LiM Laser Metal 3D Printers, Tianjin Penghui Aircraft Manufacturing Advances Its Upgrade

“Tianjin Penghui Aircraft Manufacturing Co., Ltd.(天津鹏辉航空器制造有限公司), a high-tech enterprise specializing in the manufacturing of aircraft and mechanical components, metal additive manufacturing, and metal surface treatment (including spraying), primarily serves customers in fields like aerospace by offering services such as intelligent equipment design and development, specialized surface treatments for parts, precision machining, additive manufacturing, structural welding, and coating. Embracing the large-scale application of additive manufacturing, Penghui Company has decided to adopt metal 3D printing technology to expand its business scope and accelerate its transformation and upgrade.

*Penghui Company’s Additive Manufacturing Workshop

After thorough research and evaluation, Penghui Company ultimately chose LiM Laser(镭明激光) and acquired one LiM-X400, one LiM-X650, seven LiM-X650H, and four LiM-X800H series devices. These machines can print metal components as large as 800mm×800mm×1660mm, worth tens of millions of CNY, meeting diverse application needs.

Seeking Transformation and Layout in Metal 3D Printing

As a company originally engaged in traditional machining, Penghui has actively sought transformation, exploring new paths for development by turning its focus to additive manufacturing and laying the groundwork for metal 3D printing to extend its industrial chain.

According to Penghui’s General Manager, An Yu, they were exposed to 3D printing technology as early as 2012, but its advantages were not prominent at the time. By 2023, with customer demand emerging, Penghui was ready to invest and introduced cutting-edge metal 3D printing technology, initially purchasing three LiM Laser LiM-X series devices to take on metal 3D printing projects.

*Penghui’s Acquisition of LiM-X400/650/650H Series Equipment

For General Manager An, selecting a reliable partner is crucial for smooth business operations. LiM Laser’s metal 3D printing equipment offers superior performance and stable quality, and the company’s extensive production experience and service capabilities help Penghui overcome various technical challenges.

Expanding the Market and Developing the Team

The purchase of the first three medium and large-sized machines serves not only to handle existing metal 3D printing business but also to cultivate the market and expand its reach. Additionally, it aims to foster professional talent and strengthen the team.

Currently, Penghui primarily provides aerospace customers with integrated solutions, including product design, process optimization, printing services, and post-processing, delivering high-quality parts that help establish Penghui as a trustworthy enterprise.

Quality Service and Win-Win Cooperation

As an advanced player in the metal 3D printing industry, LiM Laser has an extensive customer base and rich industry experience. Its professional, timely technical support and after-sales service ensure that Penghui can quickly master the production capabilities of the equipment, guaranteeing the stable and reliable quality of the aerospace parts it produces.

*LiM Laser LiM-X Series Equipment Printing Example

Using the LiM-X400 series, Penghui successfully printed 16 components in a single run, laying the foundation for mass production in the aerospace sector.

Building a Lights-Out Factory and Scaling Applications

Looking to the future, General Manager An Yu indicated that Penghui will continue focusing on 3D printing services in the aerospace sector, with plans to scale its equipment to over 50 units, creating a “lights-out factory” where intelligent robots play a primary role, with minimal human intervention, evolving into a more standardized and advanced smart manufacturing enterprise.

*LiM Laser LiM-X400M Production Line “Lights-Out Factory” Concept

As the collaboration deepens, LiM Laser will continue to carefully consider customer needs, balancing product quality with manufacturing efficiency. By leveraging its technical strengths and manufacturing expertise, LiM Laser will persistently seek improvements and refinements, joining Penghui in writing a new chapter in the metal 3D printing industry, exploring new horizons for future growth.