Introduction

Daily Tous Les Jours, a Montreal-based art and design studio, approached UCrea with an exciting project. They needed a reliable manufacturing partner to produce hundreds of statues for the Pointe-à-Callière museum’s permanent exhibit, “Where Montréal Began.” Our team at UCrea focused on bringing their vision to life, ensuring the statues met museum-quality standards and integrating essential features for display.

Background

Daily Tous Les Jours specializes in crafting immersive and captivating experiences that blend art, design, and collective experience. For this project, they had obtained 3D scans of artists wearing relevant clothing items to create historically accurate figures. When they were commissioned to create statues for the Pointe-à-Callière museum, they sought a partner capable of handling the large-scale production, intricate details, and specific display requirements for this prestigious project. UCrea’s expertise in FDM 3D printing and commitment to excellence made us the perfect fit for their needs.

Challenge

The project presented several key challenges:

  1. Scale: Producing hundreds of statues within a tight deadline required efficient and streamlined manufacturing processes.
  2. Detail: The statues needed to accurately represent historical figures, demanding a high level of detail and precision.
  3. Finishing: Ensuring that each statue was meticulously finished and painted to museum-quality standards was crucial for the exhibit’s success.
  4. Integration: Incorporating heat set inserts and set screws into the models to secure them in place at the museum was essential for a stable and professional display.

Solution

UCrea’s proprietary FDM 3D printing technology and our outstanding services provided a comprehensive solution that addressed each of these challenges, delivering exceptional results for Daily Tous Les Jours and the Pointe-à-Callière museum.

Process

  1. Consultation: We began by understanding the specific requirements and artistic vision of Daily Tous Les Jours. This included discussing their vision for the finish, color, and the integration of set screws for secure display.
  2. Model Preparation: Our design team worked with the provided 3D scans, ensuring historical accuracy and capturing the essence of each figure. We also integrated properly sized holes for heat set inserts so set screws could be inserted into the models to meet the museum’s display requirements.
  3. Prototyping: Using our advanced FDM 3D printing technology, we produced prototypes of the statues for review and approval. This step allowed for any necessary adjustments to be made before full-scale production.
  4. Production: Once the prototypes were approved, we moved into full production. Our custom-built FDM 3D printers efficiently manufactured the statues, ensuring consistent quality and detail. Heat set inserts were precisely aligned in the manufactured holes on each model’s base.
  5. Finishing and Painting: Our skilled finishing team meticulously prepared each statue, applying the final touches and painting them to match the museum’s specifications – uniform, scratch resistant, easy to clean and UV resistant. This step was crucial for bringing the historical figures to life with authenticity and artistry.

Materials and Technology

  • Material: High-quality PLA (Polylactic Acid) filament was chosen for its ability to capture intricate details, provide a durable and long-lasting bond for the paint finish, and ensure consistant print quality at an affordable price point.
  • Technology: UCrea’s proprietary FDM 3D printing technology was employed for its reliability, precision, and ability to produce highly detailed and accurate models at scale. More importantly, FDM prints tend to be more robust then other 3D printing technologies, ensuring the longevity of the exhibit.

Results/Benefits

Our collaboration with Daily Tous Les Jours yielded numerous benefits:

  1. Historical Accuracy: The statues accurately represented Montreal’s historical figures, providing an immersive and educational experience for museum visitors.
  2. Efficient Production: Our streamlined manufacturing process, powered by our custom-built FDM 3D printers, ensured that hundreds of statues were produced on time and to the highest quality standards.
  3. Museum-Quality Finishing: The meticulous finishing and painting work elevated the statues to museum-quality, enhancing the overall aesthetic and impact of the exhibit.
  4. Secure Display: The integration of set screws ensured that the statues were securely displayed, adding to the professionalism and stability of the exhibit.
  5. Cost-Effective Solution: By leveraging our proprietary FDM 3D printing technology, we provided a cost-effective solution that met the project’s budgetary requirements without compromising on quality.

Beau travail, le musée à bien apprécié le résultat final!

Justine, Chargée de projet, Daily Tous Les Jours

Conclusion

Our partnership with Daily Tous Les Jours and the Pointe-à-Callière museum showcases the power of UCrea’s proprietary FDM 3D printing technology to bring history to life. By producing hundreds of high-quality, historically accurate statues, we contributed to an immersive and educational experience that celebrates Montreal’s rich heritage.

What’s next?

Are you looking for a reliable manufacturing partner to bring your artistic vision to life? Contact UCrea today to learn more about our proprietary FDM 3D printing services and how we can help you create stunning, high-quality pieces for your next project. Together, we can turn your ideas into reality.