The Value of Additive Manufacturing — When it Works, Why it Works
The fastest way to lose trust in AM is to apply it indiscriminately. The fastest way to unlock its value is to treat it like what it really is: a precise manufacturing tool with defined strengths, defined trade-offs, and a growing role in modern production systems.
When Clean is the Key to Precision
Micro molded parts are often invisible to the naked eye, measured in millimeters or fractions of millimeters, with features that can be smaller than a human hair. In this context, a single dust particle can disrupt form, fit, or function.
From Heat to Shock: A Materials Playbook for Gigacasting Automation
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Gigacasting automation is the most innovative pathway for creating inexpensive yet structurally sound technologies in some of the most intense industries on the planet.
How Miniaturisation is Reshaping Product Development
Products are shrinking, yet their functionality and complexity are growing exponentially. This shift is rewriting the rules of design, engineering, and manufacturing.
Basics of 3D Printing Simulation: Answering Key Questions
This article provides a comprehensive overview of additive manufacturing simulation, which involves virtually testing and optimizing the 3D printing process.
Indian Aircraft Manufacturing Company Raphe mPhibr Revolutionizes Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Innovation with Dassault Systèmes' 3DEXPERIENCE Platform
Dassault Systèmes' 3DEXPERIENCE platform helped Raphe mPhibr reduce prototype development time from years to three months. The 3DEXPERIENCE platform integrates design, simulation and collaboration, supporting in-house design and manufacturing
DFAM: WHY PURPOSEFUL GEOMETRY MUST REPLACE PASSIVE OPTIMISATION
Rather than embracing the full potential of AM, many engineers merely adapt existing designs or lean heavily on software-driven outputs, confusing automation with optimisation.
Barriers to investing in CNC automation in 2025 - Transforming CNC automation obstacles into pathways for growth
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Here Hakan Aydogdu, CEO at Tezmaksan Robot Technologies delves into these critical obstacles and reveals how innovative technologies and forward-thinking strategies are breaking down barriers, paving the way for a transformative shift in manufacturing.
3D Printing Revolution: How Localized Manufacturing Is Reshaping Global Trade
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In the realm of advanced manufacturing, robotic large-format additive manufacturing (LFAM) is rapidly emerging as a strategic tool for businesses seeking to bypass traditional trade constraints and build more resilient operations.
Renishaw helps Tronosjet Manufacturing achieve FAA certification
Renishaw supplied multiple laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) AM systems, which Tronosjet uses to produce various aircraft components.
Securing Intellectual Property in 3D Printing: A New Era of Protection
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By decentralizing manufacturing and leveraging external service bureaus, companies can deliver products faster and tailor offerings. However, due to both its quick, cost-effective, and precise manufacturing process, 3D printing is a fine target for counterfeiting.
The Evolution of Mass Custom Manufacturing: Why the Industry Needs a High-Velocity Shift
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HVMC is not just faster production but a fundamental reimagining of how custom manufacturing operates. By standardizing and automating processes without sacrificing the ability to tailor products to specific needs, HVMC has the potential to transform the landscape.
The Hidden Cost of Convenience - Why 3D Printing Shouldn't be Left only to an Algorithm
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At first glance, the idea of an entirely self-service 3D printing experience is appealing. Who wouldn't want an instant quote? Who wouldn't prefer the simplicity of a few clicks over a back-and-forth exchange with a human?
WHY PHOTO-CHEMICAL ETCHING IS BECOMING CRITICAL FOR HIGH-PRECISION INDUSTRIES
As industries continue to innovate, the demand for high-precision components grows exponentially. Medical devices require intricate surgical instruments and implants that must meet stringent safety standards.
AI-Powered Additive Manufacturing Transform Production and Supply Chain
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This potent merger of AI and AM fosters innovation by simplifying workflows and allowing for extraordinary design opportunities at lower costs. It signifies a new production age where advanced technology transforms efficiency and innovation.
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Materialise CO-AM Software Platform
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KEB America, Inc.
KEB America is a trusted manufacturer of industrial automation products in North America. We manufacture, assemble, and support our German-engineered suite of controls, drives, motors, brakes, and clutches at an ISO 9001:2015 certified, 150,000-square-foot facility in Shakopee, Minnesota.
