Additive manufacturing (AM) machines and 3D printers have a reputation for being slower than users desire when it comes to building a part. Speed depends on part design, material, and the selected additive build process. However, with the recent … [Read more...] about Here they come—faster additive manufacturing systems
Engineers 3D print a titanium football replica
Before the NC State football Spring game on Sunday, April 11, engineers at the Edward P. Fitts Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISE) presented NC State Chancellor Randy Woodson with a 3d printed titanium football replica. The … [Read more...] about Engineers 3D print a titanium football replica
How many companies produce industrial-grade additive manufacturing machines?
Fun facts from Wohlers Report 2015: --The market for additive manufacturing, consisting of all AM products and services worldwide, grew at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 35.2% to $4.1 billion in 2014. --The industry now has 49 … [Read more...] about How many companies produce industrial-grade additive manufacturing machines?
Creaform opens U.S. office
Creaform, a worldwide leader in portable 3D measurement solutions and 3D engineering services, announced the opening of its US-based corporation and offices in Costa Mesa, California. The opening of this new office is the result of the growing demand … [Read more...] about Creaform opens U.S. office
Are 3D printing companies shifting their focus?
An interesting development is emerging with the major 3D printing manufacturers. In addition to making 3D printing and additive manufacturing machines, manufacturers are adding to and expanding their ability to make your part for you. Now, 3D … [Read more...] about Are 3D printing companies shifting their focus?
New bioplastic compound for 3D printing
Teknor Apex Company announced new compounds to its Terraloy high-impact, high-heat polylactic acid (PLA) range of products. These compounds offer enhanced properties and tight tolerance control in 3D printing, while permitting oven drying of filament … [Read more...] about New bioplastic compound for 3D printing
MecSoft releases VisualCAM 2015 for Geomagic
MecSoft Corporation, a developer of CAD/CAM software, announced the availability of VisualCAM 2015 for Geomagic, a major version release for MecSoft’s integrated CAM solution for Geomagic Design from 3D Systems Corporation. VisualCAM 2015 for … [Read more...] about MecSoft releases VisualCAM 2015 for Geomagic
Low-Alloy steel for Metal Injection Molding
Product designers and engineers can now get injection-molded low-alloy steel prototypes and low-volume production parts at rapid manufacturer Proto Labs, Inc. The company has added two nickel steel materials (Catamold FN02 and FN0205) and a … [Read more...] about Low-Alloy steel for Metal Injection Molding
Optical liquid silicone rubber introduced at Proto Labs
Injection-molded optical LSR shines new light into product development possibilities Rapid prototyping and low-volume manufacturer Proto Labs, Inc. has added optical-grade liquid silicone rubber (LSR) to its existing lineup of moldable plastic, … [Read more...] about Optical liquid silicone rubber introduced at Proto Labs
What’s new in metal additive manufacturing standards
Standards for metal material and additive manufacturing machines and process are under continuous development, with ASTM and ASTM International spearheading them. Carl Dekker, President of Met-L-Flo Inc., is also Chair of the ASTM F42 committee at … [Read more...] about What’s new in metal additive manufacturing standards