Thermwood will demonstrate the capabilities of its LSAM technology by LIVE-printing a double-sided RTM mold for an underwater tidal turbine blade each day of the event. This will all happen in the LIVE Demo Area located in Hall 6 at JEC World 2025 in Paris, France on March 4^th-6^th. The mold pairs will be printed on the LSAM AP 510 Additive Printer using advanced carbon fiber reinforced materials, with a different material supplier featured each day (Sabic and Techmer PM). Once printed, these mold pairs will be shipped from the event, machined, and subsequently used to produce actual tidal turbine blades.

Daily Interactive Demonstration

In addition to LIVE printing throughout the day, we will also present an interactive demonstration twice per day that will allow participants to see firsthand how LSAM technology prints and finishes large-scale thermoplastic parts with exceptional precision, speed, and efficiency. Additionally, we will highlight the wide range of material options and design flexibility available, as well as some of the patented features that set LSAM systems apart as the top choice in the industry. Topics covered will be the collaborative projects, ongoing research initiatives and illuminating case studies that help accelerate advancements in comprehensive knowledge and future innovation within the field.

 We will also have our regular booth staffed by our knowledgeable sales team that can help answer any questions you might have (Hall 6 P52).

LSAM Research Laboratory at Purdue ADDITIVE3D Software on Display

Eduardo Barocio, Director of Composites Additive Manufacturing and Simulation (CAMS) Consortium at Purdue University's Composite Manufacturing & Simulation Center will also be on hand to demonstrate their Additive3D software, a powerful tool that not only simulates workflow, but also predicts the printing and as-manufactured performance of parts produced through extrusion deposition additive manufacturing.  

About the LSAM Additive Printer

The LSAM Additive Printer systems are single gantry, moving table configurations and are available in two table sizes, 5’x5’ and 5’x10’. The 5’x10’ table is available in two configurations, 5’ wide with 10’ of front to back motion and 10’ wide with 5’ of front to back motion. Choice of configuration depends on several factors, fitting it existing factory floor space is one factor.

The specially designed, highly rigid tab and slot, structural steel gantry also incorporates a fume extraction system that pulls print fumes through specially designed activated charcoal filters to remove them and “sweeten” the air.

LSAM Additive Printers use the exact same print head mechanism as all the others, including the largest LSAM Systems which means that they produce the same amazing print quality that has made LSAM the leader in large scale additive printing. They also use the same highly advanced Ultra 6 control with all its exclusive, patented print features and capability.

The systems come standard with a single hopper polymer dryer for applications that don’t change print material very often. For installations that print a wider variety of materials, a dual hopper dryer is available as an option.

An enclosure that surrounds the machine is also available. The machine with the full enclosure can also be built to meet European CE standards.

Thermwood is proud to announce the appointment of Mike Iubelt to the Vice President of Sales position. In his new role, Mike will lead the Machining Products Division, overseeing sales and operations to drive growth and innovation within the organization.

Mike brings a wealth of experience to the position, having dedicated over 22 years to Thermwood in various sales and service capacities. His deep understanding of the industry and proven leadership make him uniquely suited to this key role.

Mike lives with his wife and family in Southern Indiana. We wish Mike much success in his new position at Thermwood!

About Thermwood Corporation

Thermwood Corporation, based in the United States, is a multinational, diversified manufacturer of CNC machining centers and additive manufacturing systems. With offices in 11 countries, Thermwood has established itself as the oldest manufacturer of highly flexible 3- and 5-axis CNC routers.

In addition to its expertise in CNC machining, Thermwood is a pioneer and global leader in Large Scale Additive Manufacturing (LSAM) technology. LSAM systems are capable of both 3D printing and trimming on a single platform, enabling the production of thermoplastic composite molds, tooling, patterns, and parts. These state-of-the-art systems rank among the largest and most capable additive manufacturing solutions ever produced, serving industries such as aerospace, marine, automotive, and foundry, as well as military, government, and defense contractors.

Ready to ship: Another Thermwood 𝐌𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐏𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐥 𝟕𝟕 5 Axis 5'x10' CNC router!

 

𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬:

 

• 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡 𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 with heavy-duty metal entrance doors and polycarbonate viewing windows

• 𝐌𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐩𝐲: enclosure top for the machine comprised of clear polycarbonate panels and extrusion supports

• 𝟏𝟗𝐇𝐏 𝟐𝟒,𝟎𝟎𝟎 𝐑𝐏𝐌 𝐕𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐑𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐞𝐫

• 𝐅𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐲𝐥𝐞 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐓𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫

• 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐤 𝐃𝐨𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬 and a full machine canopy enclosure with clear polycarbonate panels

• 𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝟔𝟎" 𝐙 𝐀𝐱𝐢𝐬 (replacing the standard 36" Z Axis)

• 𝟏 𝟏/𝟐" 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐀𝐥𝐮𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐦 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐓𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 with conventional vacuum, valve, and fixture plumbing

• 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡 𝐅𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐕𝐚𝐜𝐮𝐮𝐦 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐃𝐨𝐰𝐧 with dual ports and pneumatic open/close switches

• 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐃𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 with an interlock safety switch and zipper duct for spindle nose dust collection

• 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭/𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐩 𝐏𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐥

• 𝐒𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐞 𝐑𝐏𝐌 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐞 with manual on/off switch

• 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

• 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐅𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐀𝐱𝐢𝐬 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐝

• 𝐆𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐋𝐄𝐃 𝐋𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦

• 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡 𝐓𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐓𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫

• 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐋𝐮𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦

• 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐛

• 𝟓 𝐀𝐱𝐢𝐬 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐇𝐨𝐨𝐝

• 𝐕𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜 𝟑𝐃 𝐋𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

• 𝐅𝐢𝐱𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

• 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐓𝐢𝐩 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠

• 𝐓𝐢𝐩 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

• 𝐒𝐢𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐨 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐭

• 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐰𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐥 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐑𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲

 

𝐀𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐭𝐬:

• 𝐌𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

• 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐞, 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐮𝐦, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐥 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭

• 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 from Thermwood’s Legendary Service and Support

 

This powerful machine is finished up and ready to be shipped to out!

𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐏𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝟕𝟕: https://bit.ly/3zMFrS4

 

 

 

Thermwood Automatic Flycut Routine

Thermwood 3 Axis CNC routers come with a built in fly cut routine that allows you to say goodbye to imperfections and old etchings on your table board and waste board quickly and easily!

 

𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐭𝐬:

 

1. 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐂𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐧-𝐔𝐩: Quickly remove any irregularities from your table board and waste board.

2. 𝐍𝐨 𝐓𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐑𝐞-𝐌𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠: Automatic routine means you can skip remeasuring tool height offsets.

3. 𝐎𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞: Start with a pristine table board and waste board for superior vacuum hold-down every time.

 

Experience seamless operations and elevate your production quality!  

 

More info on our line of powerful and versatile 3 Axis CNC Routers: https://bit.ly/4cK0qmW

Thermwood High Tolerance Tool Length Sensor

Ever wondered what that optional High Tolerance Tool Length Sensor on a Thermwood CNC router does?

 

This nifty tool (spotted here on a Cabinetshop 43 512-10), can automatically measure both the length and diameter of your tools, and update the control system with the precise offset numbers.

 

No more fussing over exact placements! It automatically compensates for the new tool length/diameter, eliminating the need to precisely locate the cutter bit. It provides a highly accurate method of adjusting tool length/diameter for pocketing or profile edges.

 

Ask our CNC experts about this option to help improve your production process!

 

LSAM 5 Axis Trimming Capabilities

🔍 Did you know our cutting-edge LSAM systems can be configured with a separate 5-axis trimming head?

🚀 Like this LSAM 1020 flagship model, for example. It features a dual-gantry setup where one gantry can print while the other trims simultaneously, streamlining your workflow like never before!

 Here’s a quick rundown of our innovative models:

• 𝐋𝐒𝐀𝐌 𝟏𝟎𝟏𝟎: A closed high-wall system with doors on each end, featuring a single control with both print and trim heads on one moving gantry. Efficient and compact!
  
  
•  𝐋𝐒𝐀𝐌 𝟏𝟎𝟐𝟎/𝟏𝟎𝟒𝟎/𝟏𝟓𝟒𝟎: These models also feature a closed high-wall
  configuration with doors on each end, equipped with dual controls and dual gantries for separate print and trim operations. Perfect for maximizing productivity! 
  
  
•  𝐋𝐒𝐀𝐌 𝐌𝐓: Designed with an open configuration, it has a single fixed gantry over a moving table, integrating print and trim functions seamlessly. 
  
  
•  𝐋𝐒𝐀𝐌 𝐀𝐏 𝟓𝟓/𝟓𝟏𝟎: These systems offer an open configuration, with optional enclosures available. They focus on printing only, with a fixed gantry over a moving table, ideal for specialized tasks.  

We offer the broadest range of LFAM systems in the industry, to help you find the perfect solution for your needs and budget. But LSAM systems are more than just 3D printers - they're real production systems, capable of producing industrial fixtures, molds (including high temp), tooling, foundry patterns, prototypes and end products from a wide variety of both low and high temp materials.

𝗔 𝗳𝗲𝘄 𝗟𝗦𝗔𝗠 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀:

• LSAM systems offer three printing orientations - HLP (Horizontal Layer Printing), VLP (Vertical Layer Printing), allowing parts to be printed that are as long as the machine table and ALP (Angle Layer Printing), the ability to print at a 45 degree angle.

• With the fastest print heads in the industry, our LSAM systems can print at speeds from up to 200lbs per hours to over 500 lbs per hour.

• Choose from Print-only or Print-and-Trim combinations with table sizes ranging from 5’x5’ to 15’x40’ and beyond.

• Save both time and money over traditional methods - case study here: https://bit.ly/3zWoWjk

 

𝗦𝗲𝗲 𝘂𝘀 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲:

We will next be printing LIVE at IMTS 2024 in Chicago, IL (booth #433103) starting on September 9th with an LSAM AP 510 - visit us to learn more about LSAM, or you can always contact us directly to arrange a personal demonstration at our corporate headquarters.

 

Learn More About LSAM:

LSAM 1540 Shown

Thermwood is proud to announce that we will be awarding six scholarships to dependents of associates for the Class of 2024. Each recipient will receive a $2,000 renewable scholarship. 

Since the introduction of these renewable scholarships, Thermwood has awarded over $225,000 to students wishing to further their education. 

Samantha Haefling is the daughter of Paul Haefling and Ellen Haefling of Santa Claus, IN. She is a graduate of Heritage Hills High School.

While in high school she was a member of BETA, Pep Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Natural Helpers and St Boniface Catholic Church. Samantha was also a part of the volleyball team.

She plans to major in Business with concentration in Accounting at Indiana University Southeast in the fall.

Kaitlyn Strobel is the daughter of Jeff and Crystal Strobel of Evanston, IN. She is a graduate of Tell City High School.

Kaitlyn has been a member of Key Club, Spanish Club, Pep Club, National Honors Society, Student Council and Class Officer.

She plans to major in Elementary Education at Kentucky Wesleyan in the fall.

Zachary Fuquay is the son of John and Rachel Fuquay of Boonville, IN. He is a graduate of Boonville High School.

Zachary is a 10 year member of 4H and Camp counselor. He also has been part of the football, wrestling and traps teams. While in high school he has been a member of both National Honor Society and FFA.

He plans pursue a major in meteorology at Western Kentucky University this fall.

Skyler Nelson is the son of Ryan and Mary Callahan of Gentryville, IN. He is a graduate of Heritage Hills High School.

He has been a member of Marching band, band and swimming.

He plans to attend Ivy Tech Community College for Psychology.

Katelyn Vaal is the daughter of Scott and Courtney Vaal of Jasper, IN. She is a graduate of Jasper High School.

Katelyn has been a member of the soccer and basketball teams and also the Fellowship of Christian Athletes.

She is undecided on her plans this fall.

Maddi Weir is the daughter of Brandon and Carie Weir of Mount Carmel, IL. She is a graduate of Mount Carmel High School.

Maddi participated in yearbook and softball team.

She is pursuing a major in nursing at Wabash Valley College.

Congratulations Graduates!

Thermwood would like to congratulate all seniors of the Class of 2024 and wish them the very best in their future studies and endeavors! 

We recently held our 2024 Dealer Conference at our headquarters in Dale, IN. The purpose of this annual event is to get all of our domestic and international dealers together in informative sessions to discuss sales strategies and also to present the exciting changes and new products we plan to release in the next year.

CLA Demonstration 

1 CLA Product Manager Jody Wilmes put on a Cut Layer Additive Demonstration for the Dealers

2 The Dealers were able get get hands-on experience quickly building a part with Cut Layer Additive.

3 CLA Product Manager Jody Wilmes gave a demonstration on quickly machining and putting a part together.

4 The finished shape quickly machined through CLA and assembled by Jody and the Dealers.

VP of Engineering, Brian Smiddy during part of his Engineering demonstration.

The Thermwood LFM Series are large bed 3 Axis CNC routers with a moving bridge & stationary table designed for two and three dimensional machining of large composite parts & three dimensional patterns.  

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