Synera Integrates Materialise Magics SDK for Autonomous Additive Manufacturing
Synera, a German software engineering firm, has teamed up with Belgium-based 3D printing leader Materialise to connect Synera’s AI platform with Materialise’s Magics SDK. This integration empowers Synera users who have access to Magics SDK to deploy additive manufacturing (AM) agents that autonomously manage design-to-print workflows.
By automating these tasks, users can increase production throughput, reduce manual labor, and lower operational costs—streamlining the entire additive manufacturing process.
What Magics SDK Brings to the Table
Materialise Magics is a widely adopted software solution for managing AM data and build preparation. Its automated workflows for part and build prep are trusted by AM facilities globally. The Magics SDK, introduced in 2024, extends these capabilities by allowing external platforms like Synera to integrate powerful build preparation algorithms.
- Automatic and manual file error repair
- Part orientation optimization
- Support structure generation and customization
- Slicing for printing
These features help engineers prepare complex 3D models with higher accuracy, reducing the risk of failed builds and improving overall part quality.
Synera’s AI Platform Enhances Engineering Automation
Synera’s platform enables engineering teams to build and deploy AI agents that act like engineering experts. These agents support teams by autonomously handling product development tasks. The platform includes an intuitive visual editor, allowing users to automate workflows of varying complexity, including complete AM processes.
Thanks to the integration with Magics SDK, Synera can now offer fully automated AM workflows, combining multi-agent AI systems with Magics’ build preparation tools.
Capabilities of the Magics SDK Connector in Synera
The initial connector delivers a suite of functionalities directly accessible within Synera:
- Automated file repair and preparation
- Generation and customization of support structures
- Advanced file editing and modification
This integration enables end-to-end automation for additive manufacturing, reducing build failures and ensuring models are print-ready. When combined with other AM tools available in the Synera marketplace—such as nesting, build process simulation, and 3D printing machine software—users can oversee the entire AM workflow from design through production.
Industry Perspectives
Andrew Sartorelli, Partner and Product Management Lead at Synera, highlights the value of this collaboration: “Our customers already use Synera to automate repetitive engineering tasks and optimize complex designs with minimal human input. Adding Materialise’s build preparation expertise allows users to create comprehensive AM workflows that reduce build failures and standardize processes.”
Gilles Claeys, Partnership Manager at Materialise, adds: “Through the Magics SDK, we’re sharing decades of AM knowledge to help manufacturers automate and scale their operations. The Synera integration tightens the link between design and build preparation, giving designers immediate feedback on manufacturability within a single environment.”
Johannes Kolb, Engineer at BMW AG, shares his experience: “File repair is one of the most time-consuming but critical tasks in additive manufacturing. Integrating Materialise’s capabilities into Synera means we can set up automated build preparation workflows tailored to our needs. This saves hours of manual work and ensures consistent quality across projects.”
Conclusion
This partnership between Synera and Materialise marks a practical step forward for product development teams aiming to automate additive manufacturing workflows. By connecting AI-driven agents with proven build preparation software, it’s now possible to reduce manual efforts, minimize errors, and accelerate production cycles efficiently.
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