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3D Printing for Footwear Mold

3D Printing for Footwear Mold

The footwear industry is undergoing a significant transformation, thanks to the pivotal role played by 3D printing technology. With its advantages of speed, precision, and cost-effectiveness, 3D printing has successfully resolved many challenges faced by traditional shoe mold manufacturing. UnionTech, deeply involved in the shoe industry since 2006, leads the way in shoe mold manufacturing equipment, accounting for 60% of the country's total 3D printing equipment for mold-making. Its extensive presence spans multiple industrial centers worldwide, showcasing its mature technology and extensive experience. UnionTech remains committed to its original mission, driving the shoe manufacturing industry into a new era.


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Applications of 3D Printing in the Footwear Industry


3D Printing Women's Shoes

Gone are the days when the design of women's shoes sacrificed beauty for comfort. The previous "face value first" aesthetic standard has given way to increasing consumer demand for quality. 3D printing technology has emerged as a solution, enabling companies to utilize it for research, development, and creative design of women's shoes. This aligns with the current trend of product and consumption upgrades, ushering in a new era of innovation.


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3D Printed Soft Texture Try-on Shoes


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3D Printed Soft Material Makes the Upper Foot More Comfortable


3D Printing Wooden Models

During the development and design stage, 3D printing technology is invaluable for creating samples and prototypes. It transforms multi-dimensional computer designs into tangible objects, facilitating assessment of whether products meet customer expectations. Furthermore, 3D printing equipment enables the rapid production of samples after the development phase, streamlining the process.



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3D Printed Shoe Sole Wooden Mold


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Angular 3D Printed Details


3D Printing Rapid Molds

The flexibility and speed of 3D printing technology are particularly advantageous in IM EVA mold manufacturing. It effectively reduces mold production costs and minimizes raw material waste. Additionally, design concepts can be transformed into actual products within a short timeframe, resulting in significant time and effort savings.

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3D Printing Operating Principle


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3D Printing Mold Finished Product


3D Printing Texture

The quality of shoes is often reflected in the intricate details of their textures. UnionTech's 3D printing technology focuses on environmental sustainability and creativity, aiming to provide customers with personalized, high-quality designs. The combination of 3D printing and digital chipping technology not only showcases UnionTech's industrial advantage but also represents the future trend of manufacturing.


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3D Printing Digital Texture


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3D Printing Digital Texture Finished Product


3D Printing Creative Design

The application of 3D printing technology in the footwear industry extends beyond traditional shoe design, fostering unlimited creative imagination and providing an enhanced platform for art design.


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3D Printing Creative Design


3D Printing for Consumer Shoemaking

The advantages of 3D printing technology in shoe manufacturing have made it increasingly popular among merchants. Many prominent shoe brands utilize 3D printing to create their shoe styles, striking a balance between quality, aesthetics, and efficiency. 3D printing has become an indispensable backbone of the shoe manufacturing process.


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3D Printed Sole

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3D Printed Upper


UnionTech 3D Printing Technology: Partner Testimonials


Shuguang Liu, General Manager of Fuxin Precision, emphasizes the significant improvement in production efficiency after adopting UnionTech's 3D machine printer. The convenience of using the machine without requiring guards during the night has resulted in next-day delivery of shoe molds, reducing labor costs and overtime work. UnionTech's user-friendly equipment software ensures exceptional stability, precision, and consistency of the shoe molds, minimizing the need for subsequent repairs.



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3D Printer Operation by Fuxin Staff


Haijun Luo, Manager of Huifeng Mold Production Department, recounts the substantial cost reduction and productivity increase achieved through UnionTech's dedicated FL600HD SLA 3D printer for shoe molds. The adoption of UnionTech's shoe mold digitization solution has paved the way for digital manufacturing process innovation.


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UnionTech 3D Printer


Mr. Waled from MAHAMID Shoe Mold Factory expresses their satisfaction with UnionTech's 3D printers, noting the resolution of numerous challenges faced in traditional mold making. Previously relying on hand-carved molds or CNC techniques for over two decades, they have witnessed significant time savings and achieved more intricate engraving. Overall, their shoemaking process has experienced a substantial improvement.


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Mr.Waled with UnionTech 3D printer


3D Printing Case Studies in Footwear Industry


UnionTech’s 3D Printing Solution for Brazilian Shoe Company Dakota

UnionTech's 3D printing solutions have addressed production challenges faced by Brazilian shoe company Dakota. By introducing UnionTech's efficient and intelligent 3D printing equipment, Dakota has substantially enhanced its production efficiency. Previously, it took nearly 10 hours to produce a shoe mold, but now, the equipment can run continuously for 24 hours without requiring personnel supervision. This advancement has increased overall efficiency by approximately 60%. Through this collaboration, Dakota has recognized UnionTech's reliability and expertise in the shoe industry.


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Dakota Purchased UnionTech 3D Printer


UnionTech’s 3D Printing Solution for Shoe Mold Factory MAHAMID in Syria

UnionTech has also assisted MAHAMID, the largest shoe mold manufacturer in Syria, in their manufacturing process. Having relied on hand-carved molds or CNC methods for more than two decades, MAHAMID has found UnionTech's 3D printers to be a solution that not only saves time but also enhances the refinement of the carving effect. In general, their shoemaking process has seen significant improvement.


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3D Printing Shoe Samples


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Mr. Waled of MAHAMID shoe mold factory


UnionTech 3D Printing Innovation Applied to Nike Brand

The innovation of UnionTech's 3D printing technology has been successfully applied in collaboration with Nike. In 2018, Nike partnered with Longfa Shoes, a renowned brand foundry, to introduce UnionTech's 3D printing equipment for shoe sole mold manufacturing. This decision was based on years of previous cooperation between Nike and UnionTech in exploring the application of 3D printing technology in shoe sole molds. By incorporating UnionTech's light-curing 3D printing technology, Nike achieved remarkable results and paved the way for further development.


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3D Printed Shoe Mold


UnionTech combines its proprietary 3D printing technology with the shoe industry's production processes. By assisting various enterprises in achieving efficient and high-quality development, UnionTech continually enhances and refines its own capabilities. The utilization of 3D printing technology has emerged as an indispensable driving force in the future advancement of enterprises, and UnionTech is dedicated to delivering increasingly precise and convenient 3D printing services to a wider range of corporate users. Let the blossoming flower of science and technology enrich a broader realm of applications.

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