PTC (NASDAQ: PTC) and 3D Systems Corporation (NYSE: DDD) announced that 3D Systems has selected and plans to embed the ThingWorx Platform into its 3D printers, enabling intelligent monitoring and remote service and maintenance. This move will … [Read more...] about 3D Systems moving into smart, connected 3D printers
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Feeding two cats simultaneously: designing a feeder using 3D printing
By Jacob Bakovsky, Application Engineer Late last year, in my spare time, I began developing an automated feeding device geared to help pet owners (me included) save time and eliminate the hassle of twice-daily feedings. For the manual method … [Read more...] about Feeding two cats simultaneously: designing a feeder using 3D printing
RenAM 500M additive system handles serialized production
Designed and engineered for serialized production, the Renishaw RenAM 500M additive manufacturing system builds complex metallic components directly from CAD using metal powder bed fusion technology. The RenAM 500M is first in a family of products … [Read more...] about RenAM 500M additive system handles serialized production
FATHOM partners with Desktop Metal
FATHOM, an advanced manufacturer with an expertise in 3D printing and additive manufacturing, announced it has signed a partner agreement with Desktop Metal and will adopt the technologies as part of its in-house advanced manufacturing solutions and … [Read more...] about FATHOM partners with Desktop Metal
Software optimizes CAD data for 3D printing
EOS, a leading technology provider for industrial 3D printing of metals and polymers, introduced EOSPRINT 2.0, the newest version of its additive manufacturing CAM environment. Together with data preparation software like Siemens NX, or Magics, … [Read more...] about Software optimizes CAD data for 3D printing
Sintavia plans a 55,000 square foot advanced manufacturing facility
Sintavia, LLC, a provider of precision metal additive manufacturing, plans to build a 55,000 square foot advanced manufacturing facility in nearby Hollywood, Florida. The new plant will also serve as the company’s headquarters, and quadruple … [Read more...] about Sintavia plans a 55,000 square foot advanced manufacturing facility
Exact Metrology named Midwest dealer for EnvisionTEC 3d printers
Exact Metrology is now a dealer for EnvisionTEC for the greater Midwest area. EnvisionTEC is a Detroit-based manufacturer of 3D printers and materials. EnvisionTEC supplies machinery and materials to a variety of industries, including automotive, … [Read more...] about Exact Metrology named Midwest dealer for EnvisionTEC 3d printers
3D printing enables IoT applications
Optomec, a leading global supplier of production grade additive manufacturing systems for 3D printed electronics (Aerosol Jet) and 3D printed metals (LENS), has been working with its customer General Electric on what they claim is a groundbreaking … [Read more...] about 3D printing enables IoT applications
3D printing investment casting patterns at lower cost
3D Hubs is bringing low cost metal parts to market. Using Polymaker's PolyCast, a new material for FDM printed patterns and a global network of foundries, 3D Hubs will offer cast metal parts at a cost that is up to 5x less expensive than existing … [Read more...] about 3D printing investment casting patterns at lower cost
SABIC introduces new materials at RAPID + TCT
SABIC is a global leader in thermoplastic technology. At the recent RAPID + TCT Show, the company focused on how its line of materials can help advance additive manufacturing applications, ranging from prototyping to full-scale production. Here’s … [Read more...] about SABIC introduces new materials at RAPID + TCT