Phase3D expands Fringe Inspection offering to Japan
The partnership with Taiyo Nippon Sanso Corporation (TNSC) gives Japanese manufacturers and researchers direct access to Phase3D’s AM quality control solutions
Phase3D, a leader in in-situ inspection technology for additive manufacturing, has entered a partnership with Taiyo Nippon Sanso Corporation (TNSC) – expanding the reach of its Fringe Inspection product suite into the Japanese Market. This collaboration brings Japanese manufacturers and researchers direct access to Phase3D’s AM quality control solutions – bolstering their production capabilities and precision.
The partnership with TNSC will provide Japanese customers with comprehensive support for Phase3D’s complete line of inspection products, including Fringe Inspection and the newly launched Fringe Qualification software. With TNSC’s established expertise, Phase3D’s measurement-based solutions will now have a robust distribution and support network throughout Japan.
“This partnership with TNSC represents a significant milestone in our mission to empower the additive manufacturing industry with trusted quality assurance technology,” said Niall O’Dowd, Founder and CEO of Phase3D. “TNSC’s in-depth understanding of advanced manufacturing and commitment to technical excellence make them the perfect partner for bringing our inspection solutions to the Japanese market.”
Key benefits of the partnership include: local sales and technical support throughout Japan; rapid response times for service and maintenance; hands-on training at demonstration facilities; and expanding AM opportunities for existing TNSC customers.
This partnership is particularly beneficial for industries with stringent quality requirements, such as aerospace, medical devices, and defense, where Phase3D’s measurement-based approach offers the documented certainty needed for critical applications. Using structured light fringe projection technology, Phase3D’s Fringe Inspection products generate precise height maps with micron-level accuracy – ensuring trusted and repeatable quality control across production.
“Phase3D’s innovative approach to AM inspection aligns perfectly with our commitment to advanced manufacturing solutions,” said Hirotaka Mangyo, Innovation Division Director of TNSC. “Their metrology-based technology fills a critical need in [the] Japanese market for objective, measurement-based quality assurance in additive manufacturing.”
This expansion with TNSC in Japan is a key milestone in Phase3D’s global growth strategy, with additional partnerships planned in Asia to extend the company’s presence further.
