Formlabs and Phillips Additive held a demonstration of the new Form 4 3D printer on May 23,
2024, in Gurugram. The event was attended by senior leaders from both Formlabs and Phillips
Additive, along with many modern manufacturers who gathered to experience the Form 4
printer. The event also featured a panel discussion with industry experts possessing vast
experience in the manufacturing sector. Key panelists included Mr. Amit Kapur, Chairman &
Managing Director – Nanobubble India Co, Mr. Arpan Ghosh, Founder and Director of Gamma
Rotors, and Dr. Harish Kumar, Associate Professor at NIT Delhi.
Form 4 sets a new standard for additive manufacturing through Formlab’s proprietary new Low
Force Display™ (LFD) printer engine, an industry-leading enhanced materials library, a new
automated post-processing system, and an intuitive user experience. Depending on the
material, products can be printed at a speed that is at least 2 to 5 times faster than Form 3+,
enabling repetitive prototype production or batch production using mSLA (stereolithography)
technology. With a vertical print speed of up to 100 mm per hour, most products can be
produced within 2 hours and small parts within a few minutes. It is also reliable and economical.
Long-lasting material tanks (over 75,000 layers) and light processing units (over 1 million
layers), 40% lower resin costs, 30% larger print volumes, and 3.5x higher throughput save up to
40% in cost per part. It boasts the industry’s highest print success rate thanks to its precision
heating, force detection, and foreign object detection functions.
Form 4 opens up fresh opportunities across diverse applications, speeding up the iterative
process for design teams, boosting production capacity for manufacturers, and broadening
material options for service bureaus. It serves a wide range of industries including Automotive,
Die & Mold, General Engineering, Medical, Aerospace & Defense.
Phillips Additive, an industry leader in additive technology, provides a wide range of
comprehensive additive solutions encompassing Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM), Selective
Laser Sintering (SLS), Stereolithography (SLA), Directed Energy Deposition (DED), and Hybrid
technologies. These solutions cater to diverse industry needs, from rapid prototyping and
complex geometries to high-strength end-use parts. With the addition of Form 4 to its portfolio,
Phillips Additive can now offer even more advanced capabilities. The Form 4 3D printer, with its
superior speed, precision, and efficiency, complements Phillips Additive’s existing offerings by
providing an industry-leading option for high-quality, rapid production.
Mr. Anuj Budhiraja, Vice President-Phillips Additive (India, Middle East, Malaysia), stated, “Our
collaboration with Formlabs to introduce Form 4 in India is a significant step towards
revolutionizing the manufacturing landscape. We are excited to see the immense potential this
product holds for various industries.”
Mr. Amit Kapur, Chairman & Managing Director – Nanobubble India Co, added, “The launch of the
Form 4 3D printer represents constant advancement in the additive manufacturing technology.
With its speed and precision, the Form 4 sets a new standard for AM industry. Adopting such
advanced technology is essential for maintaining a competitive edge and meeting the evolving
industry demands.”
Mr. Arpan Ghosh, Founder and Director of Gamma Rotors, stated, “The Form 4’s increased
speed and precision will enable users to push the boundaries of what is possible in additive
manufacturing, making it an effective solution for manufacturing companies that rely on high-
quality and efficient production processes.”
Dr. Harish Kumar, Associate Professor at NIT Delhi, added, “The unveiling of the Form 4 3D
printer is a remarkable milestone in additive manufacturing. As an academic institute invested in
the latest technological advancements, I am excited about the potential applications of Form 4
in research and industry.”
Mr. Ramnish Sharma, Country Manager, India, Formlabs said, “Utilizing our wealth of
experience from manufacturing over 130,000 printers and 300 million parts, we are delighted to
introduce Form 4, the premier SLA printer in the Indian market. Formlabs pioneered desktop
SLA 3D printing over a decade ago, setting new standards in accuracy, reliability, ease of use,
and cost-effectiveness. With the latest advancements in the Form 4, we’ve further improved
features and stability, empowering our customers across various industries to elevate their
product creation and development processes.”
Industry leaders have praised the Form 4 3D Printer for its technology and impact on
manufacturing efficiency. The event highlighted the Form 4’s superior speed, precision, and
cost efficiency, setting a new benchmark in the industry. With expert insights, panel discussions,
and live demonstrations, attendees gained a comprehensive understanding of how the Form 4
can revolutionize production processes across various sectors. The addition of Form 4 to
Phillips Additive’s comprehensive suite of solutions further solidifies their commitment to driving
innovation and excellence in manufacturing.
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