As additive manufacturing technologies evolve, Make Parts Fast covers all the latest trends and advancements. Here’s a recap of the five most-read articles in 2022. 1. What to look for in service providers to aerospace industry Providing prototyping and production services for demanding industries, such as aerospace and defense, requires a bit more capability and […]
HP showcasing new advancements and applications at Formnext
This week at Formnext, HP is showcasing its new commercial Jet Fusion and Metal Jet 3D printing solutions, new post processing capabilities, expanded Digital Manufacturing Network (DMN), new materials and recycling program, and a variety of industrial production applications. The show marks the first time HP is publicly exhibiting its new HP Jet Fusion 5420W […]
The Additive Manufacturing winners of the 2022 LEAP Awards are …
The votes are in and the winners of the 2022 LEAP Awards (Leadership in Engineering Achievement Program) were announced in a digital ceremony with products across multiple categories, including Additive Manufacturing. Critical to LEAP’s success is the involvement of the engineering community. No one at WTWH Media selected the winners. Instead, the editorial team assembled […]
HP introduces Metal Jet S100 solution for 3D printed metals
Today, at the 2022 International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS), HP Inc. announced the commercial availability of its Metal Jet S100 Solution. This printer is for digitally printing mass quantities of quality parts, helping scale 3D metals to mass production. HP says “the Metal Jet S100 Solution is opening the doors for a digital reinvention of […]
Trends in additive manufacturing in 2022
Additive manufacturing continues to evolve. Here’s a look at how Wayne Davey, Global Head of Sales and Go-to-Market for 3D Printing Solutions, HP Inc., sees the latest developments in this industry. MPF: Over the last few years, various commentators have discussed the need for designers to think differently when designing for additive manufacturing versus machining […]
HP showcases new platform and professional services at Rapid+TCT
This week at RAPID+TCT, HP Inc. (Booth 2021) will join partners and customers to showcase innovative applications and production parts for industries including automotive, consumer, health and wellness, and industrial. The company continues to innovate, invest, and create momentum as customers look to scale Additive Manufacturing (AM) parts production. “Businesses of all sizes, across all […]
HP plans to use 3D printing to help eliminate single-use PET packaging
In its continuing efforts to drive environmental sustainability, HP Inc. announced the acquisition of Choose Packaging, a packaging development company and inventor of the zero-plastic paper bottle. Choose’s patented technology provides an alternative to plastic bottles and can hold a variety of liquid products. Its novel, paper-based bottles are made with naturally occurring and non-toxic […]
HP showcases its digital manufacturing network at Formnext
HP is showcasing new customers, expanded partner programs and ecosystem, and innovative production applications developed with its Multi Jet Fusion and Metal Jet 3D printing platforms. HP is collaborating with L’Oréal, the world’s largest cosmetics company, to scale industrial additive manufacturing and explore new cosmetics packaging and applications. To meet the growing demand for more […]
The Additive Manufacturing winners of the 2021 LEAP Awards are …
The votes are in and the winners of the 2021 LEAP Awards (Leadership in Engineering Achievement Program) were announced in a digital ceremony with products across multiple categories, including Additive Manufacturing. Critical to LEAP’s success is the involvement of the engineering community. No one at WTWH Media selected the winners. Instead, our editorial team did […]
3D printed glasses help Dyslexic children see better
About 11.5 million people in the U.S. and 700 million people worldwide are diagnosed as Dyslexic according to Dyslexia Action (2017) and Dyslexia International (2017). For children, this condition can be frustrating as they navigate through education. 3D printing is offering a solution in the form of glasses marketed by Atol les Opticiens and manufactured […]
The KING Supersport-35 limited edition, fully 3D printed putter with SIK Face Technology, delivers the next level in putter performance
3D printing is not all about aerospace, medical and industrial application. Occasionally, there’s the fun side of 3D printing; like golf. COBRA Golf, a leader in golf club innovation, used 3D Printing technology on its KING Supersport-35 putter. This putter has been under development over the past two years in collaboration with COBRA engineers and […]
HP showcases new platform capabilities
In advance of Formnext Connect, HP announced significant advances in the management and automation of complex 3D printing workflows and large-scale additive manufacturing fleets. HP unveiled a new software solution, the HP Universal Build Manager Powered by Dyndrite, bringing increased productivity and efficiency as well as automation to additive build management for leading 3D printing […]
HP accelerates innovation for positive impact on our changing world
This week, HP Inc. held its first global Innovation Summit, with virtual events in The Americas, EMEA, and Asia. The event brought together customers, partners, and HP executives, to explore how HP’s heritage in innovation is driving everything the company does. From pushing digital transformation to disrupting Industrial, or enabling new innovations coming out of…
Global HP study finds that digital manufacturing can drive economic growth
Today at its global Innovation Summit, HP and members of its worldwide partner and customer community along with industry experts showcased the power of digital manufacturing to transform industries. Underpinning the event was a new HP study delivering insights on digital manufacturing technologies and trends such as industrial 3D printing. As a leader driving this […]
Intelligent VR headset captures physiological responses for a unique user-centric experience
HP Inc. unveiled the HP Omnicept Solution, an intelligent VR headset and a developer-focused SDK into a single platform, equipping VR software developers with an ecosystem to create personalized, engaging, and adaptive VR experiences for enterprises. The HP Reverb G2 Omnicept Edition VR headset enables real-time human insights that improve training and education outcomes as…
3D printer helps startup convert standard push-pedal bikes to electric bikes
The team at ShareRoller, a New York City-based startup, has a mission—to transform the electric micro-mobility sector by decoupling the powertrain from the platform. The engineers developed a product called “OneMotor,” which allows bicycle owners to convert their standard push-pedal models to electric bikes. This OneMotor power system can also add electric power to kick-scooters, […]
HP introduces Global Partner Program
Today, HP Inc. unveiled HP Amplify, a first-of-its-kind global channel partner program optimized to drive dynamic partner growth and deliver consistent end-customer experiences. Built on a single, integrated structure, HP Amplify provides the insights, capabilities and collaboration tools needed to drive growth as digital transformation and customer purchasing behaviors continue to evolve. The new program…
HP donates BioPrinters to research to accelerate vaccine research to combat COVID-19
HP Inc. announced the deployment of HP D300e BioPrinters, associated supply cassettes, and training, free of charge, to research laboratories in the U.S. and Europe to help accelerate drug and vaccine research to combat COVID-19. “Each of us has a role to play to combat this pandemic, and HP and the HP Foundation have donated…
HP and BASF expand alliance and introduce new additive material
BASF, a leading chemical company, and HP, a leader in industrial 3D printing, announced an expansion of their strategic alliance to advance digital manufacturing. Together, the companies are working with innovators in the auto, consumer, medical, and industrial manufacturing sectors to open new market opportunities, jointly develop new best-in-class applications, and achieve unmatched quality, breakthrough […]
OECHSLER and HP partner to scale 3D printing applications for industry leaders
OECHSLER, an engineering solutions provider and one of the largest parts manufacturers in the additive industry, and HP, a leader in industrial 3D printing solutions, announced a new alliance to help accelerate the mass production of 3D printed parts. The companies are working together across the product lifecycle, from new designs to final parts production, […]
HP introduces Polypropylene material for its Jet Fusion 5200 3D Series
Helping expand the overall market and unlock new applications for customers, HP introduced a first of its kind Polypropylene (PP) material for additive manufacturing. The new HP 3D High Reusability PP, enabled by BASF, is a versatile, durable, and chemically resistant material that has been qualified for HP’s production-grade 3D printing systems. It suits applications […]
How HP is helping partners and customers during COVID-19
HP Inc. announced a variety of relief initiatives aimed at arming its global channel partner community to effectively navigate the operational and financial challenges associated with COVID-19. In addition to providing a variety of financing and leasing options for end customers, the company will offer short-term, market and country-specific incentives for channel partners. Offers will…
HP Inc. and partners mobilize 3D printing to battle COVID-19
HP Inc. and its global digital manufacturing community are mobilizing their 3D printing teams, technology, experience, and production capacity to help deliver critical parts in the effort to battle the COVID-19 pandemic. More than 1000 3D printed parts have already been delivered to local hospitals. HP’s 3D R&D centers in Barcelona, Spain; Corvallis, Oregon; San […]
HP-NTU Corporate Lab showcases R&D innovations
Researchers from HP Inc. and Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) in the HP-NTU Digital Manufacturing Corporate Lab showed digital manufacturing technologies set to make manufacturing and supply chain operations more efficient, cost-effective and sustainable. Among them are intelligent design software tools that automate customization, as well as supply chain models that enable faster time…
What HP has learned about working with 3D printing
Listen as Dave Woodlock, Market Development Manager at HP’s 3D printing group discusses lessons learned when incorporating 3D printing into your business as a product and as a tool. Notes Woodlock, many assume that what holds 3D printing back in terms of greater implementation is material, hardware, and so on. But what HP has found […]