toolcraft launches SupportBlaster dry ice metal support removal system
January 28, 2025

toolcraft AG, based in Georgensgmünd, Germany, has developed a new support removal system that uses a dry ice blasting process to remove the support structures from metal additively manufactured components. The new SupportBlaster 320-HA is a semi-automatic solution that, depending on specific requirements, can reduce the machining time per component by around 80%.
The automation provided by the SupportBlaster 320-HA dry ice blasting system not only reduces production times and costs, but can also improve working conditions by minimising physically strenuous work.
Conventional methods, such as using a hammer and chisel, are not just time-consuming and physically demanding, but also increase the risk of damaging the component, explains toolcraft.
“Companies that continue to rely on traditional, manual processes are going to find themselves under pressure in the future. The market is increasingly demanding automated solutions supported by technology,” stated Christoph Hauck, Chief Technology and Sales Officer at toolcraft AG. Hauck believes that the combination of Additive Manufacturing and modern finishing techniques is an important competitive advantage, particularly in high-tech sectors such as aerospace and the semiconductor industry.
The SupportBlaster 320-HA has been developed to reduce bottlenecks in the AM process. In addition to increasing overall productivity and improving quality, it also prioritises the health & safety of employees.
More information on the new SupportBlaster 320-HA is available in this PDF brochure.