Making it easier for machine operators and maintenance personnel to monitor and control machine components, Mitsubishi Electric Automation introduces handheld models for its GOT2000 Series, a human machine interface (HMI) that optimizes operator control and monitoring of device and line status. The GT25 Handy GOT, a portable interface offered in both 5.7-inch and 6.5-inch models,…
How are 3D printers being used in hospitals?
The medical industry has become a big user of 3D printing/additive manufacturing. In hospitals, 3D printers serve a number of applications. Anatomical modeling. When it comes to planning a surgery, most surgeons previously relied on 2D imaging to examine patient anatomy. Now, with 3D printing, surgeons can use precise replicas of patient anatomy and plan […]
AM software suite analyzes, repairs and prepares 3D models
Technology around additive manufacturing is developing rapidly. To meet the increased demands of additive manufacturing, CoreTechnologie developed the 4D_Additive Manufacturing Software Suite. The unique feature of 4D_Additive is that CAD data of all current systems such as Catia, NX, Solidworks, Creo, STEP or JT is read by precise native interfaces and processed as exact B-Rep […]
Vention expands digital manufacturing platform for machine design
Vention, a next-generation digital manufacturing platform for custom factory equipment, announced the release of its second major platform upgrade since its founding in 2016. It also announced the completion of a $17M CAD Series A financing round led by Bain Capital Ventures. Vention will accelerate the development of its cloud-based MachineBuilder 3D software and expand…
Pro 3D printer for industrial applications
FELIXprinters, Amsterdam, Netherlands, recently expanded its 3D printer portfolio with the Pro 3 system, which comes loaded with automated and intelligent features to maximize productivity and efficiency. The Pro 3 incorporates automated motorized calibration; a quick-swap print-head; fast rotation of print-heads in the dual head configuration (less than 10 seconds); and a dedicated flexplate. The […]
Economical spring testing system
The L.S. Starrett Co. a leading global manufacturer of precision hand tool gages, a broad range of force testing, metrology equipment, and more, announced the introduction of a basic, affordable Spring testing system for compression and extension springs. The Starrett S1 Spring Testing Systems were developed for high volume production testing for users seeking more…
CC-Link IE Field Basic Certification is no cost when CLPA Partner completes the Conformance testing
John Wozniak, P.E., CLPA-Americas Manager CC-Link IE Field Basic can now be certified by the partner at no cost. By completing the CC-Link IE Field Basic CLPA Conformance testing, the CLPA partner can certify any CC-Link IE Field Basic product at no cost; the partner is only required to complete the CLPA certified testing and…
Formlabs introduces Elastic Resin: a soft, resilient 3D printing material
Formlabs announces Elastic Resin, the latest addition to its library of Engineering Resins for the Form 2 desktop stereolithography 3D printer. Producing quality elastic materials was once only possible for expensive industrial equipment. That’s changed with 3D printers, such as the Form 2 and advances like Resin Tank LT, which make it possible to produce […]
What are the major additive manufacturing technologies?
The additive manufacturing industry is continually evolving, as new ways to make things arrive frequently. The technologies that have been around the longest, though, are stereolithography, PolyJet, Fused Deposition Modeling, laser sintering in various forms, Digital Light Processing, and Electron Beam Melting. Here’s a look at the key aspects of each of these technologies. Stereolithography […]
Safe portal solutions
SICK announces the launch of its Safe Portal Solutions, which ensure flexible, efficient safeguarding for automated material transfer stations. Operating with up to four simultaneous protective fields, two vertically installed safety laser scanners detect people gaining unauthorized access of any kind. At the same time, they allow objects with defined contours to continue passing through…
Slash 2 3D printer offers build speeds to 1200 mm/hr
At the CES 2019 conference, California based UNIZ Technology unveiled the newest of its line of fast, high precision 3D printers—The Slash 2. This stereolithography 3D printer has a build size of 192 mm x 120 mm build size and 49 um resolution. The Slash 2 offers a specially designed 8.9” LCD screen. According to […]
How metal additive manufacturing can increase production of orthopaedic implants
Metal additive manufacturing (AM) processes such as laser powder bed fusion (PBF) provide real advantages when it comes to the production of orthopaedic implants. PBF can produce both solid and porous geometries in the same process, saving time and materials, while creating complex structures that can simulate the mesh-like porous properties of bone, as well […]
How 3D printing can completely change the concept of the supply crib
One of the challenges faced by many companies is sourcing machine spare parts. Such parts can be costly because they are often small-batch orders that a customer requires quickly and often unexpectedly. These types of parts are not prioritized in traditional manufacturing shops. And prices are often high because prints do not exist or are […]
Can 3D printing reinvent the prosthetics industry?
“The traditional process for creating and fitting a leg prosthetic is long, complex, and uncomfortable for the patient,” says ProsFit Co-Founder and CTO Christopher Hutchison. “It involves taking a plaster cast, creating a mold, and casting resin around it. Often this involves several visits to the prosthetist and results in multiple fittings to get a […]
Panel fastening draw latch with updated finish for long-term performance
Southco, Inc., a global leader in engineered access solutions, has refreshed its successful R2 Panel Fastening Draw Latch series with an updated version that combines a reliable, industrial grade finish with strength and durability. Refreshed with galvanized steel, Southco’s new R2 Panel Fastening Draw Latch delivers a consistent appearance over time while maintaining the product’s…
Completed merger strengthens Prodways Group in the medical industry
Prodways Group, an expert in industrial 3D printing, announced the finalization of the acquisition of 100% of the share capital of Surdifuse and l’Embout Français. This move makes the company the French leader in custom ear tips for hearing aids. Surdifuse-L’Embout Français is a major player in the manufacturing of custom ear tips, for which […]
What are some new applications for 3D printing?
Menno Ellis, senior vice president, Strategy & Vertical Markets, 3D Systems, offers insight into upcoming and current 3D printing applications. The advances in the medical/life sciences space represent a major evolution that will continue to unfold and change the lives of many in front of our very eyes. In addition, continued evolution of printer-material combinations […]
New additive technologies compete with traditional manufacturing
Additive manufacturing continues to explore out-of-the-box thinking for ways to make three-dimensional parts fast. Vendors of additive manufacturing technology continue to introduce new ways to build three-dimensional parts. The main driver behind this continuing evolution is to build parts faster to compete more with traditional manufacturing technologies. Here’s a look at some of the more […]
Automotive greases for ball and constant velocity joints improve driving performance
Klüber Lubrication introduces Klübersynth J 87-20002 KR, a high-performance automotive grease for ball joints, and Klüberlub HE 71-281, a low-friction grease designed for constant-velocity (CV) joints. Klüberlub HE 71-281 Friction in an automobile’s CV joints can lower efficiency as well as cause excessive heat, vibration, and noise. The special low-friction additives in Klüberlub HE 71-281…
Additive manufacturing service for oil and gas, major infrastructure markets
Aurora Labs Limited announced an agreement with WorleyParsons Services Pty Ltd. to form a 50/50 incorporated joint venture, to be named AdditiveNow. AdditiveNow will provide complete additive manufacturing services primarily for oil & gas, mining and major infrastructure clients. AdditiveNow will have a service offering that will include: –Consultation: Assisting clients with additive manufacturing plans […]
What will change for 3D printing in 2019?
In 2018, users of additive manufacturing technology saw a number of new ways to build parts layer-by-layer as vendors continued to explore how fast the technology could go. Expect such explorations to continue in 2019. In addition, large manufacturers in aerospace and automotive continue to include additive technology in their product development and production efforts. […]
What is the most significant, recent development in materials for additive manufacturing?
Frank Marangell, president of USA at BigRep GmbH, recently gave us his thoughts on the state of the additive manufacturing industry. Here’s his view on what has been and continues to happen in additive materials. We’re seeing more movement in materials that meet application specific needs. Customers need to solve some particular application. So, […]
C3D Vision 2019 helps designers visualize geometric data
C3D Labs, Moscow, Russia, released C3D Vision 2019 visualization module, a part of C3D Toolkit for developers of engineering software. C3D Vision operates with polygonal models and is responsible for drawing visual scenes in 3D applications. The 2019 release is integrated more closely with the C3D Modeler geometric kernel. To automatically generate scene graphs based […]
High efficiency and rugged dc power supplies
These PSH series high-efficiency power supplies and PSX series rugged IP67 rated power supplies are part of the RHINO DC power supplies lineup. RHINO high efficiency PSH series 12, 24 and 48 Vdc power supplies offer best-in-class efficiencies up to 94.5%, temperature performance range of -25°C to 70°C and agency approvals for extreme conditions. The…
CAD and Analysis: Integration and Beyond
CAD and analysis programs need to work together. Regardless of how the geometry gets to the analysis program, the important thing is it gets there easily and can be quickly analyzed. That smooth transfer and analysis are how companies are cutting product lifecycle time and increasing profits. Jean Thilmany, Senior Editor You’ve created your CAD […]