Additive manufacturing opens up completely new possibilities for the design of housings in rolling bearing technology. Unlike traditional manufacturing processes such as milling or casting, which are often limited by geometric constraints and high tooling costs, 3D printing allows for maximum design freedom. Complex structures, lightweight constructions and functionally integrated housings can be realised without additional processing effort.

Additive manufacturing offers clear advantages, especially for prototypes, installation space studies or individual special solutions: it reduces throughput times, enables quick adjustments and saves material through targeted build-up instead of machining. Depending on the application, metals such as aluminium or stainless steel can be used for high mechanical loads, as well as high-performance plastics with and without fibre reinforcement for weight-optimised or chemical-resistant applications.

This makes additive manufacturing an efficient and economical alternative to traditional manufacturing processes – whether due to complex component geometries, high customisation requirements or the desire for resource-efficient production.