Computer-aided-manufacturing (CAM) software introduced by Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division provides the digital tools needed to prepare 3D-printed components for manufacturing using powder bed fusion (PBF) technologies. Because hybrid manufacturing entails performing both additive and subtractive processes, integrating build-preparation tools within CAM software streamlines workflows per part and offers efficiency improvements when scaling up additive manufacturing […]
Exploring extreme design with 3D printing
The advantages that additive manufacturing offers designers are widely known. Complex geometries can be realized more easily, costs can be saved, and functions can be integrated directly into designs. This integration of functions, however, can be taken further, beyond industrial projects. Architecture offers unusual examples of integrating functions. The Meristem Wall, a project at Lund […]
Improve the accuracy of additive manufacturing part production
Riven, a leader in 3D reality intelligence for digital manufacturing, has developed Warp-Adapted-Model (WAM) capability that enables higher accuracy Additive Manufacturing (AM) part production. WAM uses full-part 3D data from an initial part to identify errors and produces a corrected model in minutes, one that eliminates warp and is up to 10 times more accurate […]
The first ever patient with a fully digital 3D printed prosthetic eye…
If you’re a sci-fi movie fan, the idea of prosthetic eyes that can do amazing things is familiar. Thanks to 3D printing, we are a step closer to such developments. Fraunhofer IGD reports the development of a 3D printed prosthetic eye. Fraunhofer IGD has developed a number of technologies that supersedes the current and entirely […]
TRUMPF and Equispheres collaborate to qualify high-performance aluminum for additive manufacturing
TRUMPF is working with Equispheres Inc. to qualify its aluminum additive manufacturing powders on TRUMPF 3D printers. Equispheres offers three lines of AlSiMg10 powders optimized for laser powder-bed fusion manufacturing systems. TRUMPF reports positive initial results using Equispheres powders and expects to complete the qualification process early next year. “Equispheres’ powders have the potential to […]
Digital Anatomy Creator lets designers push the boundaries of functional medical models
Stratasys Ltd. continues to enhance anatomic modeling solutions for healthcare providers through the introduction of a new software module, Digital Anatomy Creator, for Stratasys Digital Anatomy 3D Printers. The new software allows users to easily manipulate material formations and customize the internal structures of their prints to achieve patient-specific anatomic models that are a direct […]
MakerBot systems achieve GREENGUARD Certification from UL
MakerBot, a Stratasys company, announced that the MakerBot Clean Air System with METHOD X received GREENGUARD Certification from UL, a global safety science leader. GREENGUARD Certification is an internationally recognized product emissions certification and labeling program for manufacturers of low-emitting indoor products, furnishings and materials. Products that have achieved GREENGUARD Certification by UL are scientifically proven […]
An IoT lesson in IT/OT collaboration
By Shubham Garg, Automotive Industry Manager, Rockwell Automation Digital transformation in manufacturing, and the Industry 4.0 implementations that define these transformations, are increasingly critical for post-COVID resilience and competitive advantage overall. Yet for many companies, the benefits lie on the other side of significant implementation challenges. This is especially the case for established global manufacturers,…
Desktop Metal qualifies D2 tool steel for its Production System
Desktop Metal announced it has qualified the use of D2 tool steel for the Production System platform, which leverages patent pending Single Pass Jetting (SPJ) technology. SPJ technology can be used for the production of parts in high-strength, high-temperature applications such as cold work metal forming tools, dies, and punches as well as injection molds […]
Advances in Directed Energy Deposition technology
Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division revealed developments that advance the application of Directed Energy Deposition (DED) technologies to industrial applications. One of those developments involves collaborations with printer manufacturers pro-beam, Sciaky, DM3D, Gefertec and Meltio. DED incorporates several metal 3D printing technologies used to produce parts by melting and fusing material as it is deposited. Applicable […]
Print speeds for metal additive manufacturing are getting faster
Aconity 3D and Equispheres report that breakthrough speeds in aluminum part production have been achieved using the Aconity3D 1-kW MIDI system and Equispheres’ aluminum powder. Aconity3D has been testing Equispheres powder to produce a part of the AconitySCAN, a key component of the Aconity3D line of printers, with the objective to produce the part more […]
The role of 3D scanning in Additive Manufacturing
At the Rapid+TCT conference in September 2021, Greg Groth, the Division Manager at the Exact Metrology’s Brookfield, Wisconsin location, was part of a panel discussion entitled “3D Scanning: Why do it and how.” He discussed Exact Metrology’s capabilities, with an emphasis on CT technology. Groth cited how CT scanning supplements additive technology. Many additive parts […]
What’s new in Verisurf 2022
Verisurf 2022 is the latest release of the universal measurement software for automated quality inspection and reporting, scanning, reverse engineering, and tool building. This release builds on Verisurf’s advances in performance, including the ability to process millions of measured points per second; fast and easy inspection planning; and open platform compatibility, whether in the quality…
How 3D printed molds reshaped a manual process
Stratasys Ltd., announced that Danish shoe manufacturer ECCO is using Stratasys Origin One 3D printing technology to accelerate product development, allowing conceptual footwear samples to be reviewed early in the development cycle using 3D printed molds and lasts (mechanical forms shaped like a foot) with resin materials from Henkel Loctite. Shoemaking is an incredibly manual […]
3MF Consortium announces Volumetric Design Support
The 3MF Consortium, the organization dedicated to advancing a universal specification for 3D printing, announced its Volumetric Design extension, which addresses the design of an object’s form and enables designers to add new types of elements to their designs and manufacturers to prototype faster and save costs. It’s currently available in 0.5, and today the […]
3D printers keep race cars up and racing
Spire Motorsports, a newcomer in the NASCAR Cup Series, raced onto the scene in 2018. Within a year, the team caused one of the biggest upsets in NASCAR history with its first win at the Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona. Since then, the team has been accelerating its efforts on and off the racetrack. […]
Motion system delivers the speed for the Evolve additive manufacturing system
Additive technology has proven its value in prototyping, yet factors like material quality and unit costs have so far hindered its feasibility for end-use parts. Evolve has succeeded in removing these barriers. The company’s SVP (scalable volume production) platform is equipped with a full B&R system that integrates motion control, process control, safety, and HMI […]
GE Additive’s Amp–cloud-based, process management software
GE Additive debuted its Amp cloud-based, process management software platform. It also announced limited release from mid-November 2021 of the first two modules; Print Model and Simulation & Compensation, for Concept Laser M2 machine users, with wider release planned for the second quarter of 2022. Amp leverages the knowledge of experts at GE Additive, GE […]
Available to all, design software automates multi-zone lattice generation
Carbon announced that it is launching the next generation of its Carbon Design Engine software and making the software licenses available to design teams globally for purchase in early 2022. Carbon Design Engine allows product designers to generate advanced latticed parts quickly and easily from a solid part STL file and output STL files for […]
Stratasys introduces GrabCAD Print Software for the Stratasys H350 3D Printer
Stratasys Ltd. introduced GrabCAD Print for the SAF-powered Stratasys H350 3D printer. The enhanced version of GrabCAD Print, in combination with the H350, gives users the power to scale their additive manufacturing to production levels. Stratasys recently introduced the GrabCAD Additive Manufacturing Platform, which enables two-way connectivity between 3D printers, additive manufacturing and enterprise applications, […]
Stratasys announces new open material options for 3D Printing
Stratasys Ltd. announced it is advancing its manufacturing strategy with an open tier of third-party materials for FDM 3D printers via an annual Open Material License. The company is already providing open material availability on Neo stereolithography 3D printers, as well as the recently announced Stratasys Origin One and Stratasys H350 3D printers. By extending […]
ALM releases carbon neutral polymer materials for additive manufacturing
Advanced Laser Materials (ALM), an EOS company and materials developer for industrial 3D printing, has released a carbon neutral certified polymer materials line, starting with PA 820 MF CN – a mineral-filled bio-circular polyamide 11 material, and PA 802 CF CN – a carbon fiber-filled bio-circular polyamide 11, for high performance and certified as carbon […]
Henkel and Nexa3D sign material development agreement
Henkel and Nexa3D announced the signing of a new material development agreement. This agreement builds upon the companies’ partnership and deepens their joint commitment to advancing the capabilities of additive manufacturing (AM) for volume production. The two companies plan to develop next-generation functional polymers that leverage their combined technologies specifically targeting volume production opportunities in […]
3D Systems showcases new additive systems and materials at FormNext
At FormNext, 3D Systems will announce a host of innovations designed to enhance customer success and catalyze industries. The company is introducing high-throughput 3D printing technologies, a new partnership to provide industry-leading post-processing, improved additive manufacturing software, and a new production-grade photopolymer. By combining these latest innovations along with the expertise of its Application Innovation […]
Meet the RMF500, a large format FFF 3D printer using carbon fiber reinforced material
Raise3D announces the launch of Raise3D RMF500, a 3D printer aimed at small-batch production in the industrial sector. The RMF500 allows Raise3D’s industrial customers to expand their business to precisely and repeatedly fabricate end-use parts made of carbon fiber reinforced material at high speed. The RMF500 has been designed to offer three main features: • […]