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3D Printing for Footwear Mold

3D Printing for Footwear Mold

The footwear industry is currently undergoing a profound transformation, primarily due to the pivotal role played by 3D printing technology. Capitalizing on the advantages of speed, precision, and cost-effectiveness, 3D printing has effectively addressed numerous challenges encountered in traditional shoe mold manufacturing. Since 2006, UnionTech has been deeply entrenched in the shoe industry, emerging as a frontrunner in shoe mold manufacturing equipment. It commanded a 60% market share in the country's total 3D printing equipment for mold-making. With a widespread presence across various industrial centers globally, UnionTech showcased its mature technology and extensive experience. True to its original mission, UnionTech will continue to propel the shoe manufacturing industry into a new era.


Applications of 3D Printing in the Footwear Industry

3D Printing Women's Shoes

The era of prioritizing beauty over comfort in the design of women's shoes has evolved. The former aesthetic standard has yielded to growing consumer demands for both style and comfort. 3D printing technology has become a transformative solution, allowing companies to leverage it in the research, development, and creative design of women's shoes. This aligns seamlessly with the prevailing trend of product and consumption upgrades, ushering in a new era of innovation in the footwear industry.


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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

In the development and design stage, 3D printing technology has proven to been invaluable for creating samples and prototypes. It translates multi-dimensional computer designs into tangible objects, facilitating the assessment of whether products meet customer expectations. Furthermore, 3D printing equipment enables the rapid production of samples after the development phase, streamlining the overall 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 discernible in the intricate details of their textures. UnionTech's 3D printing technology prioritizes environmental sustainability and creativity, striving to offer customers personalized, high-quality designs. The amalgamation of 3D printing and digital chipping technology not only underscores UnionTech's industrial advantage but also signifies the future trend in 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 transcends traditional shoe design, fostering boundless 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 garnered increasing popularity among merchants. Many prominent shoe brands now leverage 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, underscored the substantial improvement in production efficiency following the adoption of UnionTech's 3D machine printer. The convenience of using the machine without the need for overnight monitoring has enabled next-day delivery of shoe molds, effectively reducing labor costs and overtime work. UnionTech's user-friendly equipment software ensured exceptional stability, precision, and consistency of the shoe molds, minimizing the necessity for subsequent repairs.



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3D Printer Operation by Fuxin Staff


Haijun Luo, Manager of Huifeng Mold Production Department, highlighted the significant 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 innovation in the digital manufacturing process.


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UnionTech 3D Printer


Mr. Waled from MAHAMID Shoe Mold Factory expressed satisfaction with UnionTech's 3D printers, highlighting the resolution of numerous challenges faced in traditional mold making. After 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 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 successfully tackled production challenges at the Brazilian shoe company, Dakota. The integration of UnionTech's efficient and intelligent 3D printing equipment has led to a significant boost in Dakota's production efficiency. Previously, the production of a shoe mold took nearly 10 hours. However, with the new equipment, it can now run continuously for 24 hours without the need for personnel supervision. This advancement has resulted in an approximate 60% increase in overall efficiency. 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

UnionTech's 3D printing technology innovation has found successful application in collaboration with Nike. In 2018, Nike entered into a partnership with Longfa Shoes, a renowned brand foundry, to integrate UnionTech's 3D printing equipment into the manufacturing of shoe sole molds. This strategic decision stemmed from years of prior collaboration between Nike and UnionTech, dedicated to exploring the application of 3D printing technology in shoe sole molds. Through the incorporation of UnionTech's 3D printing technology, Nike achieved remarkable results, marking a significant milestone and paving the way for further advancements in the field.


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3D Printed Shoe Mold


UnionTech combines its proprietary 3D printing technology with the shoe industry's production processes. By collaborating with various enterprises, UnionTech not only aids in achieving efficient and high-quality development but also consistently improves and refines its own capabilities. The application of 3D printing technology stands as an indispensable force propelling future advancements in enterprises. UnionTech remains committed to delivering increasingly precise and convenient 3D printing services to a broader spectrum of corporate users. May the flourishing flower of science and technology enrich an expansive realm of applications.

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