RAPID CITY, S.D. (June 24, 2025) – B9Creations, a global provider of additive manufacturing solutions, and Loctite, Henkel brand renowned for advanced engineering materials, announce the full validation of LOCTITE® 3D 3843 Black on the B9 Core Series 5 Series and 6 Series platforms, including the B9 Core 6 Series MPro, B9 Core 5 Series XL, and B9 Core 550 printers.
LOCTITE® 3D 3843 is a high-performance, semi-flexible resin offering exceptional impact resistance, a matte surface finish, and a moderate Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT) of 63°C –making it ideal for a wide variety of production applications. This material delivers the performance and durability required for:
- Manufacturing aids
- Jigs and fixtures
- Housings and covers
- Insoles
A high-strength alternative to ABS, Delrin, and polypropylene, LOCTITE® 3D 3843 opens new doors for users of B9Creations' industrial platforms seeking production-grade performance with unmatched detail and repeatability.
“This validation combines the best of both worlds – B9Creations’ industrial-grade printing platforms and Loctite’s proven material innovation – enabling users to confidently transition from prototyping to full-scale production,” said Shon Anderson, CEO at B9Creations.
Beyond LOCTITE® 3D 3843: Specialty Materials, Production Expertise, and Built-In QA/QC
The addition of LOCTITE® 3D 3843 expands B9Creations’ growing portfolio of specialty materials tailored to customer-specific applications. Validated offerings already include:
- Technical ceramics
- Bio-inks including hydrogels and collagen
- Flame-retardant photopolymers
- And more emerging chemistries under development
B9Creations is more than a printer provider – it is a manufacturer building for manufacturers. Our robust QA/QC toolset, including automated calibration, part traceability, and integrated material validation workflows, is built to support repeatable, production-grade additive manufacturing at scale.
From high-throughput labs to factory floors, B9Creations partners with organizations to implement additive manufacturing as a true production tool, delivering not only the hardware and materials but the expertise, support, and systems integration required to drive business outcomes.
With more than 60% of its hardware, software, and material solutions tailored to customer applications, B9Creations serves customers in nearly 70 countries worldwide in high-precision industries such aerospace, defense, medical devices, regenerative medicine, tissue engineering, dental, research and education, and luxury goods manufacturing.
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About B9Creations
B9Creations is a global 3D printing solutions provider serving high-precision applications in healthcare, aerospace, manufacturing, research, and more. Known for their plug-and-play industrial 3D printers, intuitive software, and deep materials expertise, B9Creations empowers innovators to bring ideas to life faster and more cost-effectively than ever in nearly 70 countries around the world. For more, visit b9c.com.
About Henkel
With its brands, innovations and technologies, Henkel holds leading market positions worldwide in the industrial and consumer businesses. The business unit Adhesive Technologies is the global leader in the market for adhesives, sealants and functional coatings. With Consumer Brands, the company holds leading positions especially in laundry & home care and hair in many markets and categories around the world. The company's three strongest brands are Loctite, Persil and Schwarzkopf. In fiscal 2024, Henkel reported sales of more than 21.6 billion euros and adjusted operating profit of around 3.1 billion euros. Henkel’s preferred shares are listed in the German stock index DAX. Sustainability has a long tradition at Henkel, and the company has a clear sustainability strategy with specific targets. Henkel was founded in 1876 and today employs a diverse team of about 47,000 people worldwide – united by a strong corporate culture, shared values and a common purpose: "Pioneers at heart for the good of generations.” More information at www.henkel.com. Visit www.LoctiteAM.com for more information on Loctite 3D Printing.