A robotically controlled finishing station and powder recovery system, The Guyson PRS, was showcased at the 3D industry’s trade show, TCT, alongside the company’s introductory and mid-range surface finishing stations.

Known for its design and manufacture of blast finishing, spray wash and ultrasonic cleaning equipment, Guyson is now carving a niche in the 3D and additive manufacturing (AM) industry producing blast cabinets to facilitate production of 3D components in the aerospace, medical implant and automotive sectors.

Mark Viner, who was appointed managing director of the Guyson Blast & Wash Division in April, is leading the 10-strong team into the expanding market of additive manufacturing, which he says, is already responsible for 20% of the company’s machine sales.

“The AM market is growing rapidly and we are growing with it. It’s a form of manufacturing that has been developing in the background for the last 20 years but over the last five, we have seen an acceleration in demand for products which facilitate fast, efficient and cost effective additive manufacture,” Viner explained.

“We offer a range of solutions from entry and mid-level manual finishing stations through to the Guyson PRS which uses robotic blasting methodology to reveal components and reclaim the valuable and re-usable powder. While this time and cost saving process is invaluable in any additive manufacturing business, it’s particularly in demand in the aerospace, medical implant and automotive industries where companies want automation to manage volume and ensure product consistency.”

Now in its 80th year, privately-owned family business Guyson International operates from a manufacturing headquarters in North Yorkshire and has an international reputation for design and manufacture of surface finishing equipment including the supply and export of equipment, blast media and parts. The group of companies includes Guyson UK, Guyson Corporation of the USA, Guyson SA and Guyson Sdn. Bhd. with offices in Penang, Malaysia and in Wuxi, Jiangsu Province, China.

Jimmy Thomson, business development manager, added: “British manufacturers have always been adaptable and our future relies on diversification. Growth in the AM industry complements our core, established areas of expertise and we are relishing the challenge of applying eight decades of Guyson manufacturing expertise to this evolving market which is changing the face of production across the globe.”

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