The Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) announced the winners of its annual Technical Competition, which was held during the group’s 29th annual conference in Chicago, Illinois. A panel of industry veterans selected Mike Littrell of CIDEAS, … [Read more...] about Additive Manufacturing Users Group names Technical Competition Winners
adidas uses additive manufacturing to deliver custom athletic shoes
I want an additively built shoe. And with the recent developments in additive manufacturing, the day is upon us. Several companies have been exploring the use of additive technology in both the design and production of custom athletic shoes. adidas … [Read more...] about adidas uses additive manufacturing to deliver custom athletic shoes
Grant for additive manufacturing and medical device center given to City Tech
City Tech’s Department of Mechanical Engineering & Industrial Design Technology recently received STEM research grants from the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), totaling more than … [Read more...] about Grant for additive manufacturing and medical device center given to City Tech
Latest recipients of the Additive Manufacturing Users Group DINO awards
The Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) announced the recipients of DINO (Distinguished INnovator Operator) Awards for additive manufacturing expertise and service. The awards were presented at the 29th annual users' group conference in … [Read more...] about Latest recipients of the Additive Manufacturing Users Group DINO awards
Should additive manufacturing be used in place of CNC machining?
The real answer is it depends. There will always be trade-offs with whichever choice you make. In general, with simple parts, either additive or CNC can make it. Here, the decision will often rest on cost—which approach will do it for the least … [Read more...] about Should additive manufacturing be used in place of CNC machining?
Wohlers Report 2017 covers what’s new in additive manufacturing
Wohlers Associates, Inc., widely recognized as a leading consulting firm and authority on additive manufacturing and 3D printing worldwide, announced the publication of the Wohlers Report 2017. This edition marks the 22nd consecutive year of the … [Read more...] about Wohlers Report 2017 covers what’s new in additive manufacturing
Caterpillar Inc.’s plans for additive manufacturing
At the recent AMUG 2017 Conference, Stacey DelVecchio, Additive Manufacturing Product Manager at Caterpillar Inc., gave a presentation on why and how Caterpillar uses 3D printing/additive manufacturing. The company known for big earth moving … [Read more...] about Caterpillar Inc.’s plans for additive manufacturing
Additive Manufacturing Users Group announces new board
The Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) today announced its 2017—2018 board. Elected by AMUG members during the annual business meeting held at the 2017 AMUG Conference in Chicago, Illinois, the board’s primary responsibility will be to build … [Read more...] about Additive Manufacturing Users Group announces new board
EnvisionTEC and 3Shape offer turnkey system to 3D scan and print in-ear devices
EnvisionTEC, a global leader in 3D printers for the in-ear device and monitor market, and 3Shape, a global leader in 3D scanning and CAD/CAM software, launched a turnkey system for scanning, modeling, and printing in-ear devices. At AudiologyNow, … [Read more...] about EnvisionTEC and 3Shape offer turnkey system to 3D scan and print in-ear devices
Karl Lindblom appointed General Manager of Arcam EBM
Arcam EBM, based in Mölndal, Sweden, comprises development, manufacturing, sales and support for Arcam’s EBM systems products. In addition to the Mölndal facility, Arcam EBM has sales and service operations in England, Germany, Italy, USA and China. … [Read more...] about Karl Lindblom appointed General Manager of Arcam EBM