The COMSOL Conference is returning in person this year in Munich, Germany, on October 25–27, 2023. The conference gathers users of modeling and simulation in a forum where they can share valuable insights and learn new modeling skills. Attendees will be able to: Connect with other practitioners in the simulation community Gain inspiration from industry […]

As manufacturers seek more unified operations with greater visibility, many jump at the chance to gather data only to find themselves buried in meaningless and costly information. Renishaw Central aims to capture the right information and reveal hidden machine data that improves process control and quality. The cloud is often revered as a sacred watering […]

By Zach Murphree, Velo3D Copper is one of the “hottest” metals attracting attention in the additive-manufacturing world these days. This is in large part due to its superior thermal conductivity, which is desirable in rocketry and industrial applications, such as electronics, where heat exchange is critical. That capability stems from the copper atom’s single, free […]

Sculpteo unveiled the 8th edition of the “State of 3D Printing” in November 2022 to support companies in sustainability efforts. Now, the 3D printing company offers Re-cycleo, a new recycling program for parts printed with Nylon PA12 and Nylon PA11. The recycled material will be used in the plastics industry and give a second life […]

By Danielle Collins | Business Development Manager — Semiconductor • Bosch Rexroth With computer chip shortages affecting virtually every industry, semiconductor manufacturers are working rapidly to build new fabs and expand existing production lines. This increase in manufacturing capacity creates major opportunities — and challenges — for automation technology suppliers. Consider that the typical chip […]

Many trade and technical schools in the U.S. include certification from the National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS) in their training programs to uphold students to current manufacturing industry standards. To help support the initiative, Renishaw developed a gauging system package to improve the inspection of NIMS parts. Background NIMS is a non-profit organization that…

Researchers from the Institute of Machining Technology at the TU Dortmund University have investigated the abrasive precision machining processes of flat grinding, cylindrical grinding, wet abrasive jet machining (WAJM), and microfinishing of additively manufactured metal components. The results of the study provide interesting insights into both the processing possibilities and the influence of the initial […]

SprutCAM Tech just released an update of SprutCAM X, which integrates ChatGPT technologies based on the OpenAI API to provide an AI virtual assistant and help engineers with CNC machining tasks. The AI wizard is called Éncy (pronounced [ˈɛnsɪ]) and greets the user with the following message: “Hi, I’m Éncy, your SprutCAM X AI assistant. […]

nano3Dprint announced its partnership with Finite Space, a Germany-based project revolutionizing material usage and manufacturing processes in space to enable self-sustainable colonies. The partnership will marry nano3Dprint’s technology and 3D-printing expertise with Finite Space’s goal of building a sustainable lunar economy. Utilizing nano3Dprint’s A2200 3D Multi-material Electronics Printer, Finite Space will produce a moon rover, […]

With the AMUG Conference and Rapid+TCT under our belt, the AM industry has already covered a lot of ground in 2023. So far this year, we’ve seen an uptake in interest across all sectors on how 3D printing technology can boost production, transform business models, and support sustainable manufacturing. Aerospace, defense, and medical are still […]

Ultimaker recently announced the reformation of its brands following the merger of Ultimaker and MakerBot last year. The new brand identity reflects the company’s strategic vision to drive adoption of desktop 3D printing solutions and introduce a new product architecture. Ultimaker’s brand mission is to shape the future of manufacturing and product development, offering customers […]

nano3Dprint introduced its D4200S printer, a groundbreaking advancement in sub-micron additive manufacturing technology. Capable of a 20-nm print resolution, the D4200S is the highest-resolution additive print system available. nano3Dprint is the first to introduce this technology to the additive manufacturing market and aims to expand the range of technology available to researchers and engineers while […]

Siemens is expanding its focus on additive manufacturing (AM) initiatives in the U.S. to help accelerate AM industry transformation through serial additive manufacturing. “We are on the threshold of a new frontier in American industry, where the implementation of additive manufacturing will bring fundamental changes to the landscape, end-to-end, from product to machine to manufacturing. […]

Velo3D announced a strategic partnership with PhysicsX through Velo3D’s Technical Partner Program. The partnership gives Velo3D customers access to PhysicsX’s artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled physics simulation workflows to hyper-accelerate simulation loops, improve simulation fidelity, and algorithmically explore complex design spaces to unlock new performance levels. It also provides PhysicsX customers with access to the most advanced […]

Today at Rapid+TCT, HP (Booth 4618) announced new automation solutions and expanded materials, software, and services to help customers scale 3D printed parts production. HP has also promoted several of its current Digital Manufacturing Network (DMN) members to its exclusive group of HP Digital Manufacturing Partners (DMP). In addition, Endeavor 3D is adding Metal Jet […]

Formlabs announced at Rapid+TCT the release of its first Flame Retardant Resin (FR Resin) for Form 3 series 3D printers, its new Build Platform 2L with Quick Release Technology for the Form 3L and Form 3BL, and PreForm support for 3MF files. The Flame Retardant Resin is Formlabs’ first UL 94 V-0 certified resin and […]

3D Systems will showcase its additive manufacturing (AM) solutions at Rapid+TCT 2023 that are catalyzing innovation across industries including motorsports, semiconductor equipment, aerospace, and medical device manufacturing. The company’s solutions comprising 3D printing technology, materials, software, and applications expertise are changing the landscape of design, engineering, and manufacturing. At Rapid+TCT 2023, 3D Systems is introducing […]

Essentium launched its groundbreaking new material, Essentium Altitude, the first in its series of filaments designed for outdoor use. This innovative polycarbonate (PC) material is the first 3D printing filament to withstand cold temperatures as low as -60° C without cracking, making it ideal for a wide range of applications that require extreme cold, ultraviolet, […]

AddUp recently established the AddUp Medical Advisory Board to provide AddUp with a non-biased and holistic view of the medical industry as it relates to the development and use of metal 3D printing technologies as a means of serving the medical community. The company is excited to also announce the appointment of three members to […]

Materialise is introducing new features to Magics, its leading data and build preparation software. From product design to part and build preparation to printing, the digital thread connects the entire manufacturing process. To facilitate this, connectivity and traceability are crucial, so the most recent update of Magics prioritizes connections with other software solutions. Magics’ integration […]

Massivit 3D Printing Technologies will unveil its Massivit 10000-G for the first time to the North American additive manufacturing market at Rapid + TCT in Chicago. The system that automates production for composite materials manufacturing is designed to overcome recognized bottlenecks in mold production and to also provide a full range of large-scale custom manufacturing […]

Dyndrite announced that Impossible Objects has chosen Dyndrite ADK software to power its new high-speed composite-based additive manufacturing (CBAM) 25 process. The CBAM 25 process represents a breakthrough in AM end-use part production. It exceeds the durability needs of engineers seeking stronger, lighter parts to replace aluminum and tooling 15x faster than other AM processes. In […]

Jabil recently introduced PLA 3110P, a novel powder based on a renewably sourced biomaterial that offers a bio-based alternative to petrochemical-based powders, such as Nylon-12 (PA 12). Developed in collaboration with NatureWorks, a leading manufacturer of polylactic acid (PLA) biopolymers, the new Jabil PLA 3110P material is made with NatureWorks Ingeo PLA and leverages Jabil’s […]

AM Solutions is exhibiting an array of post-processing technologies at Rapid-TCT 2023, May 2-4 in Chicago. At booth 4646, visitors will see AM Solutions’ unswerving commitment to advancing the use of AM across all industrial sectors, its focus being the promotion of AM as a production technology by providing an array of automated post-processing solutions. […]

Zeda (previously PrinterPrezz/Vertex Manufacturing), a global leader in advanced 3D manufacturing and nanotech solutions for the medical, space, aerospace, and defense industries, announced the addition of its first AddUp FormUp 350 Powder Bed Fusion (PBF) machine. This machine is the first placement of eight FormUp 350 systems to support the growth of Zeda’s newly expanded […]