Arcana Seisakujo Releases 'Smart Layout,' Optimization Software for Full-Color 3D Printing Developed from 3D Figure Production Experience

Arcana Seisakujo Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Azumino City, Nagano Prefecture; CEO: Takakazu Furukawa) has started providing 'Smart Layout,' a layout optimization software designed for MIMAKI's full-color 3D printer '3DUJ-2207'.

Smart Layout is a software solution that streamlines 3D printing operations—including layout planning, quotation creation, data validation, and hollowing—while reducing ink consumption and shortening print times.

Development Background

In recent years, the widespread adoption of 3D scanning technology has driven growing demand for services that digitize people and pets into 3D data and produce them as full-color 3D printed figurines.

Arcana Seisakujo has supported numerous customers in creating 3D data and producing 3D figurines through its 'FacTrans for Fullbody' series of full-body 3D scanners.

However, while full-color 3D printing enables high-quality output, it often incurs high ink costs and long print durations. The expenses associated with prototyping and verifying print conditions have become significant challenges.

Additionally, since 3D figurines of people and pets vary in size and shape with each order, efficient layout planning and accurate cost estimation require extensive experience and know-how, resulting in time-consuming quotation and preparation processes.

Smart Layout was developed based on real-world operational insights and expertise. In addition to layout optimization, quotation support, and error-checking functions, it reduces the use of expensive model ink by hollowing out model interiors and replacing them with lower-cost support material.

This enables comprehensive efficiency improvements across the full-color 3D printing workflow, supporting more profitable operations.

Key Features

Automatic Placement Function

- Optimizes model orientation to minimize print height (Z-axis) - Efficiently arranges models within the build area - Helps reduce print time

Hollowing Function

- Hollows out internal model structures to reduce model ink usage - Achieves lower material costs

Quotation Function

- Compares multiple scales simultaneously - Supports individual quotations after layout - Efficiently exports quotation results (CSV output)

Error Checking Function

- Detects errors in STL/OBJ data - Identifies risks that could lead to print failure (Note: Does not include error correction)

Scale Optimization Function

- Batch specifies units upon data import - Batch resizes models

Implementation Benefits

By using Smart Layout, businesses can achieve:

- Reduced layout operation time - Shorter print durations - Lower support ink and material costs - Streamlined quotation processes

These improvements contribute to enhanced profitability in full-color 3D printing operations.

Supported Environment

- Input format: OBJ - Output format: M3C (MIMAKI 3D printer layout file) - Supported models: MIMAKI 3DUJ-2207 (3DUJ-553 to be supported in the future)

Pricing

Subscription Plan

- Monthly fee: ¥3,980 (tax included) - 7-day free trial available

Future Developments

Arcana Seisakujo Co., Ltd. operates under the concept of 'making 3D data more accessible,' offering end-to-end solutions from 3D data acquisition to utilization and output.

Going forward, the company will strengthen integration between Smart Layout and other software with its 'FacTrans' series of full-body 3D scanners, aiming to optimize the entire workflow from data capture to 3D printing and content creation. It will continue developing products for advanced applications such as film and game production, education, R&D, and AI training data generation, expanding the scope of 3D data utilization.

Product Page

https://factrans.arcana-mfg.com/smart-layout/

Contact Information

[For inquiries regarding this release] Arcana Seisakujo Co., Ltd. Address: 1259-1 Shimbaba, Azumino City, Nagano Prefecture 389-0501, Japan Email: info@arcana-mfg.com Web: https://arcana-mfg.com | https://factrans.arcana-mfg.com/