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The Evolution of Additive Manufacturing: How Automation Redefines Post-Processing Standards

In 2024, post processing metal parts is still a bottleneck in the AM process chain because it is still very often a manual, labor-intensive, messy (filthy, actually) and sometimes risky task.

Expanding US-based Additive Manufacturing Services

Fictiv’s robust digital supply chain infrastructure is growing every day. We have a highly vetted network of US-based additive manufacturing partners like Jabil Additive that enable customers to get the highest quality 3D printed parts delivered quickly

Companies Collaborate to Build Giant Guitar Installation in Liverpool

Diamond Precision Engineering was tasked with making a giant guitar to mark the 80th birthday of Sir Paul McCartney.

Why 3D Metal Printing Is Key to the Future of Aerospace Engineering

The aerospace industry constantly pushes the boundaries of what's possible, and the demand for advanced manufacturing techniques has never been more critical. This pursuit of innovation has led to a significant shift toward 3D metal printing.

Additive at Scale Uses Essentium Technology to Create an Asset Tracking Solution in 60 Days

Using the Essentium High Speed Extrusion (HSE™) 180 ST 3D Printing Platform and Essentium PCTG-Z, Additive at Scale partnered with Blues Wireless to design and manufacture 100 pilot units for an asset tracking solution for a multinational chemical company in just 60 days.

Precision Tools Hot Off the Press at Paul Horn

Tübingen-based precision tools manufacturer Paul Horn GmbH is testing the boundaries of additive manufacturing. Behind this venture is a push to gain the competitive edge and offer customers the best possible solutions.

Unleashing the Potential: Quality Validation in Additive Manufacturing

As the adoption of AM grows across sectors ranging from aerospace to medical devices, one critical challenge remains: ensuring the quality and reliability of 3D printed components.

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THE RISE OF AUTOMATION IN METAL AM POST-PROCESSING - TRANSFORMING THE INDUSTRY WITH PRECISION AND EFFICIENCY

We delve into how automation in metal AM post processing is setting a new industry standard, and how companies like Rivelin Robotics are leading this change with their Netshape® Robots to unlock new productivity and efficiency gains.

NANO DIMENSION'S TERA 250vx ENHANCES ACCUMOLD'S MICRO INJECTION MOLDING SERVICE

Today, Micro-Additive Manufacturing (Micro-AM) solution like the Tera 250vx from Nano Dimension can additively manufacture or 3D print micro parts and components only previously possible through the use of micro injection molding.

The Future of Computer Aided Manufacturing & Fabrication

Playing a key role in ensuring that automation is incorporated into the fabrication process helps to keep things moving along as quickly and efficiently as possible for manufacturing businesses around the world.

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Innovating the New Manufacturing: APSX-PIM and Nexa3D Join Forces to Propel Freeform Injection Molding (FIM) to New Heights

FIM represents a paradigm shift in product development, allowing for the creation of complex geometries and intricate designs that were previously unattainable through traditional manufacturing methods.

UltiMaker Releases Enhanced Features, Improved User Experience, and New ASA and Carbon Fiber Materials for Method XL

Latest updates in the Cura 5.7 beta release allow the Method X and Method XL 3D printers to access all the workflow benefits that Cura and Digital Factory provide

Innovative 3D Printed Orthoses in Windform GT to Shine at SuperPower Design Exhibition

On display from March 24th to August 25th at the CID in Grand-Hornu, Belgium. The devices in Windform GT 3D printed by CRP Technology for MHOX offer unmatched performance and comfort through advanced material, manufacturing process and generative design

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