Van Raam needed to produce custom, durable bike parts without relying on expensive molds and long production times. Traditional injection molding was costly, time-consuming, and restricted their ability to easily experiment with new designs.
Serial parts for bicycles at short lead time and no tooling costs to enable quick design iterations

Summary
Challenge
Solution
Van Raam adopted HP Multi Jet Fusion (MJF) technology with HP 3D HR PA 12 material to print parts that are durable enough to withstand the weight of a bicycle. This enabled them to produce low volumes of custom parts quickly, while eliminating the need for molds.
Value
Using HP MJF technology, Van Raam reduced production costs and lead times, enabling the company to experiment with new designs and parts without waiting for traditional molds. This flexibility helped them scale production and meet on-demand orders efficiently.
Products & Services
- HP MJF Technology
- HP 3D HR PA 12 Material
- Custom Parts for Adaptive Bikes
- Fast, Cost-efficient Prototyping and Production
AM I Navigator Maturity Model
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AM is part of the strategic plan to produce customized and durable bike parts.
Further integration of AM across all product lines.
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AM enables significant design freedom for customized bike parts, improving functionality and aesthetics.
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HP 3D HR PA 12 provides the required strength and durability for bike components while supporting on-demand manufacturing.
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AM accelerates the design and production process, with quick iterations and minimal tooling required.
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AM enables flexible production for small-batch, customized parts, perfect for low-volume orders.
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Manual process.
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AM maintains quality by producing precise and durable bike components that meet functional requirements.
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Regular printer maintenance.
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AM allows for more efficient use of materials, reducing waste compared to traditional methods.
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More focus on workforce training for scaling AM.
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