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UnionTech to show metal, large SLA and elastomer DLP systems at Formnext

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UnionTech will exhibit three printers from three process families at Formnext 2026 in Frankfurt (17 to 20 November, Hall 12.0, Booth E11): a four-laser metal system, a large-format SLA machine and an elastomer DLP printer. The company also confirmed a larger elastomer system, the CUTE800, is in development, and it has opened a facility in Stuttgart to support European customers.

Key facts
  • Formnext 2026: 17 to 20 November, Frankfurt, Hall 12.0, Booth E11
  • MUEES430 PRO: four-laser SLM system with 500 W lasers
  • RSPro800 2.0 SLA builds up to 800 x 800 x 550 mm
  • CUTE800 elastomer DLP system still in development

Context SLM (selective laser melting) is a metal powder bed process in which lasers fully melt thin powder layers into dense parts; DLP cures a whole resin layer at once with a projected image.

Which three systems is UnionTech bringing?

The MUEES430 PRO, launched earlier this year, is a metal SLM printer with four 500 W fibre lasers, fast scanning optics and recoating in both directions. UnionTech targets parts with internal channels, such as flow components and conformal-cooled mould inserts, which it says can be built as one piece, with AI-based monitoring for traceability.

The RSPro800 2.0 is an SLA system with a build volume of 800 x 800 x 550 mm. It is aimed at large, thin-walled or transparent parts that otherwise have to be split, bonded and refinished. Intended uses are rapid tooling, automotive verification models and investment casting patterns.

What is the elastomer line-up and what comes next?

The CUTE380 is a mid-format DLP printer (384 x 216 x 400 mm) for single-component elastomer resins, aimed at footwear, soft robotics and medical protective equipment. Its top-down projection reduces support needs, and a swappable resin tank speeds up material changes.

The CUTE800 is still in development. Its platform is 819 x 432 x 400 mm with an 8K light engine and 100 um pixels. UnionTech says one build could hold up to 12 pairs of adult sports shoes, and optional automated part removal and resin refilling should allow round-the-clock operation. Further details are to follow.

What is happening at the booth and in Stuttgart?

On 17 November, technical talks run at the booth from 13:30, covering the MUEES430 PRO, monolithic SLA printing beyond one metre and meter-class elastomer DLP, followed by customer sessions at 15:00 and 15:30. UnionTech supplies its own materials, preparation software and service alongside the hardware. Executive Vice President Harry Wang calls Europe central to its growth and points to the new Stuttgart site with showroom, application centre and service capability.

What it means

For small and mid-sized European manufacturers, a single supplier across metal, SLA and elastomer can simplify vendor management, but the announcement gives no prices, throughput or qualification data, so the business case cannot yet be judged. The CUTE800 is not yet available, so elastomer production planning should not depend on it. A local Stuttgart service base may shorten support times; buyers should ask for application references and monitoring data before relying on traceability claims.

Frequently asked questions

What will UnionTech show at Formnext 2026?

The MUEES430 PRO metal SLM printer, the RSPro800 2.0 large-format SLA printer and the CUTE380 elastomer DLP printer, at Hall 12.0, Booth E11.

Is the CUTE800 available?

No. UnionTech says the CUTE800 ultra-large elastomer DLP system is still in development, with more details expected later.

Has UnionTech expanded in Europe?

Yes. It has a new Stuttgart facility with a showroom, application centre and service capabilities.

Read the original reports
  1. 3D Printing Industry, 9 Nov 2026