SLM Solutions, a leading provider of metal-based additive manufacturing technology and systems, has increased the capacity of their North American subsidiary. SLM Solutions NA, Inc. has relocated their 3,000-square-foot office in Novi, Michigan to a … [Read more...] about SLM Solutions expands North American footprint
3D Systems unveils newest design & manufacturing products at EuroMold 2014
3D Systems announced its plans to unveil several new design and manufacturing products and services at EuroMold 2014 in Frankfurt, Germany from November 25-28, 2014, at the Messe Frankfurt. 3DS’ comprehensive design and manufacturing portfolio will … [Read more...] about 3D Systems unveils newest design & manufacturing products at EuroMold 2014
3D printing improves the taste of wine
Famous actor and director Orson Wells may not have tasted any wine before its time during the endorsement phase of his career. Wine connoisseurs, however, know you can improve the taste of some wines by “opening” them--infusing the wine with air. … [Read more...] about 3D printing improves the taste of wine
Remotely control your 3D printer
The capability to print a model without hooking up a computer or laptop to a 3D printer as well as remotely monitoring the print status is high on the wish list of printer administrators and private users alike. Using the 3DPrintBox by German RepRap, … [Read more...] about Remotely control your 3D printer
Hypercar used 3D printing for investment casting of titanium uprights
When World Speed Record Holder Russ Wicks set his sights on producing a supercar like no other, he was determined to incorporate state-of-the-art automotive engineering and applied science materials with the latest advanced technologies available to … [Read more...] about Hypercar used 3D printing for investment casting of titanium uprights
Stratasys will show 11 new 3D printing machines at Euromold 2014
After receiving a slew of press releases from Stratasys Ltd., I would say that the recent HP announcement of entering the market has not fazed Stratasys. In addition to the new machines, the company is also showing new materials. The … [Read more...] about Stratasys will show 11 new 3D printing machines at Euromold 2014
Using 3D printing to develop injection molds for medical devices
Since Worrell began 3D printing injection molds for medical devices, it has slashed lead times by 95% compared to traditional tooling, with costs plummeting 70%. The company, in collaboration with Stratasys Ltd., demonstrates how engineers can … [Read more...] about Using 3D printing to develop injection molds for medical devices
What are the obstacles to greater adoption of 3D printing?
Polls are fun if for no other reason than they confirm what you suspect or maybe even know. London Business Conferences recently conducted a cross-industry poll on what users of 3D printing / additive manufacturing systems considered the biggest … [Read more...] about What are the obstacles to greater adoption of 3D printing?
3D Systems launches Geomagic Sculpt and Touch
3D Systems announced the its new Geomagic Sculpt 3D modeling software with Touch haptic 3D stylus. Geomagic Sculpt erases the boundaries of solid modeling, empowering the freedom of designing complex, curvy and organic shapes. With precise … [Read more...] about 3D Systems launches Geomagic Sculpt and Touch
HP makes good on claim to enter 3D printing market
HP Inc has entered the 3D printing / additive manufacturing market in a big way. Introducing what it calls Blended Reality, HP Inc hopes to “enable expression at the speed of thought.” However, while the as yet unnamed machine is interesting, it … [Read more...] about HP makes good on claim to enter 3D printing market