Nearly a Hundred 3D Printers Deployed: Lanzao’s Profound Venture into the Film Prop Industry

Source: UnionTech

"Born extraordinary, my fate is not dictated by the heavens." The unexpected rise of “Black Myth: Wukong” shattered sales records for domestic games, ushering the Chinese gaming industry into the "Triple-A era." This global phenomenon demonstrates that traditional culture is far from stagnant; instead, it thrives when merged with modern technology. Similarly, technological advancements have long transformed the film prop industry. A case in point is the deep collaboration between Beijing Lanzao 3D Technology Co., Ltd. (hereafter Lanzao 3D)（蓝藻三维） and UnionTech, which has successfully driven the digital transformation of the industry.

Blue - green algae, named after cyanobacteria—one of Earth's earliest life forms capable of photosynthesis—symbolizes innovation, primordial vitality, and the spirit of exploration. Established in 2018, Lanzao 3D spans diverse domains, including technology development, artistic creation, and sculpture design. With robust technical capabilities and a significant market presence, the company has carved out niches in escape rooms, large-scale games, and film productions. Their contributions to hit games like “Honor of Kings”, “CrossFire”, and “Fantasy Westward Journey”, as well as blockbuster films such as “The Ghost Blows Out the Light” series, “The Wandering Earth” ,”The Eight Hundred”, “The Battle at Lake Changjin”, and “The First Slam Dunk”, underscore their stellar reputation. Moreover, their investments in immersive escape room projects, such as “Deadlock Ridge”, have evolved from basic puzzles and mechanisms to narrative-driven, role-playing experiences that captivate players.

Lanzao 3D's trailblazing achievements in immersive spatial design and artistic film sculptures owe much to the visionary leadership of its founder, Mr. Wang Linke. His acute market insight and adept application of advanced technologies have elevated the synergy between art and science to new heights. Since its inception, the company has procured nearly 100 industrial-grade SLA 3D printers from UnionTech. The integration of additive manufacturing has revolutionized the production of film props, positioning digital production as the industry’s mainstay.

Traditionally, crafting film props involved time-intensive, intricate processes reliant on manual techniques, often resulting in limited accuracy. Additive manufacturing has disrupted this paradigm, significantly shortening production cycles and conserving valuable resources. Its minimal constraints on complex geometries enhance design flexibility and fidelity. From intricate carvings to precise color replication, the technology delivers unparalleled authenticity and visual impact, redefining industry standards.

The Advantages of Additive Manufacturing Technology  

Intelligence:

Additive manufacturing minimizes human error and automates production. Using a layer-by-layer additive process, this smart manufacturing approach addresses the shortcomings of traditional methods, optimizes costs, and accelerates the transition from production to intelligent manufacturing.

Flexibility:

The ability to produce on demand aligns seamlessly with the film prop industry’s dynamic needs. This technology facilitates rapid, tailored production without constraints on time, quantity, or variety, ensuring high-quality results with unmatched efficiency.

Customization:

By accommodating intricate structures, additive manufacturing injects limitless creative potential into the design process. The technology empowers innovation and adaptability, offering greater freedom for artistic expression.

From traditional craftsmanship to additive manufacturing, technological progress continually redefines possibilities in the film prop industry. Lanzao 3D has keenly anticipated the rewards of technological advancement and utilized them to their fullest, epitomizing the true spirit of innovation.

Under conventional methods, product quality depended heavily on manual skill, introducing variability and uncertainty. In contrast, additive manufacturing transfers quality control to cutting-edge machinery, ensuring consistent results. Leveraging flexible and intelligent systems, Lanzao 3D has achieved groundbreaking improvements in quality, production efficiency, inventory management, and defect rates. A rigorous market study informed their choice to partner with UnionTech, a leading force in industrial-grade 3D printing. Established in 2000, UnionTech boasts decades of technical expertise, offering high-performance equipment such as the Lite800 series—a benchmark in precision SLA 3D printing.

Lite800: A High-Precision Industrial SLA 3D Printer  

Variable Spot Technology:  

The Lite800’s proprietary adjustable spot size optimizes print quality and speed to meet model-specific requirements, achieving outstanding results without compromising precision.

Liquid Level Control Algorithm:  

A groundbreaking algorithm maintains interlayer liquid level precision within 0.01mm, ensuring rapid and stable adjustments for improved efficiency.

Automatic Calibration Technology:  

The Lite800’s exclusive auto-calibration system enhances accuracy by over 100%, doubling print precision and elevating surface quality to industrial standards.

By mastering advanced equipment and cutting-edge techniques, Lanzao 3D has solidified its market leadership and maintained an edge in an ever-evolving landscape.

Breakthrough technologies arise from market demands, and their refinement stems from practical applications. The success of any technological endeavor depends on bold pioneers willing to innovate.

Lanzao 3D’s integration of additive manufacturing mirrors Wukong’s first step on the path to enlightenment, marking the beginning of a transformative journey for the film prop industry. This courage has borne fruit, ushering in a new era of digital and intelligent production.

The Market’s Role in Shaping Innovation

Escape Room Application

Film and Television Prop Application

As industry scale expands, additive manufacturing’s overall costs continue to decline while its applications diversify. The partnership between UnionTech and Lanzao 3D exemplifies not just mutual corporate benefit but also the broader synergy between technology and industry. Though future challenges may lie ahead, the dawn of innovation is already upon us, and the potential for 3D printing to revolutionize manufacturing is boundless.