Raqtan is the largest kitchen project company in Saudi Arabia, specializing in the manufacturing of food and kitchen equipment. Known for their commitment to integrating cutting-edge technologies into their production processes.

Raqtan sought out Namthaja in 2019 to expedite their product development cycle. 

The Challenge

The Challenge  Previously, Al Raqtan relied on importing parts for their products, a process that was both time-consuming and labour-intensive. High storage costs and the financial strain of maintaining large inventories further complicated their operations. 

Namthaja leveraged its engineering expertise and additive manufacturing capabilities to transform Raqtan’s production line. By manufacturing parts directly within their factory lab,

Cost Reduction

Time Efficiency

Operational Flexibility

we enabled:

  • Cost Reduction: Minimizing expenses by reducing the need for external suppliers. 
  • Time Efficiency: Accelerating the time to market for new products. 
  • Operational Flexibility: Providing the ability to modify and improve product designs swiftly.

Key Innovations

Digital Inventory

  • Replaced traditional storage with a digital inventory system.

  • Allowed for on-demand printing of parts, reducing tied-up capital and improving cash flow.

3D Printing Integration

  • Enabled the production of high-quality final products with enhanced design flexibility.

  • Implemented the 3D Printing HUB & Digital Inventory to further streamline operations and reduce lead times.

Impact & Result

The incorporation of 3D printing technology has yielded significant benefits for Al Raqtan:

  • Reliability and Functionality: Our 3D printed products have proven their effectiveness, leading to the decision to embed 3D printers into the production line.
  • Innovation Discovery: Our engineers identified additional parts suitable for 3D printing, addressing previously overlooked challenges..

Drain Pipe

The client fabricated the part using metal pipe by cutting in multiple sections, welding them together and then polishing it.

Material: PA12

Technology:
SLS

Before & After Images of the Product Development

Challenge: Time consuming and labor-intensive job.

Solution:

  • Successfully reverse-engineered a unique thread not available in standard libraries. 
  • Optimized design by consolidating the pipe, thread, and mounting plate into a single part.
  • Implemented SLS 3D printing to manufacture and integrate complex components while reducing manufacturing assembly steps significantly.
  • Enhanced structural integrity and functionality of the drainpipe part and achieving double the required temperature resistance.
  • Simpler manufacturing process that is efficient & reliable.

Rod Connector

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Material: Metal Alsi10Mg
Technology:
SLM

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