3D Systems recently announced VSP Connect, a centralized, cloud-based surgical planning portal that integrates automated workflows and artificial intelligence (AI). As the latest addition to the company’s VSP surgical planning solutions, VSP Connect … [Read more...] about VSP Connect links surgical planning to additive manufacturing ecosystem
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Skill shortages stall 3D printing adoption
A recent survey reveals that manufacturing companies are taking a more strategic look at using 3D printing to produce final products. However, the lack of a skilled workforce and the expertise to integrate 3D printing with existing production … [Read more...] about Skill shortages stall 3D printing adoption
Sintavia builds new AM facility for the U.S. Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program
More aerospace and defense facilities are paying attention to additive manufacturing (AM) for its speed and ability to create parts with complex geometries. The U.S. Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program, which supports all nuclear-powered Naval … [Read more...] about Sintavia builds new AM facility for the U.S. Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program
3D printing makes complex parts possible
For decades, components such as impellers, vanes, pumps, and housings have been manufactured using a labor-intensive, lost-wax investment casting process that requires 12 separate steps. This challenging, costly, and time-consuming process requires … [Read more...] about 3D printing makes complex parts possible
The basics of template-based 3D microfabrication
Horizon Microtechnologies specializes in template-based 3D microfabrication — a post-printing process that allows new areas of the industry to benefit from the power, flexibility, agility, and design freedom of micro-AM. In recent years, micro-AM … [Read more...] about The basics of template-based 3D microfabrication
Fabrisonic solves AM build problems with SmartPlate
Fabrisonic, in collaboration with EWI and Luna Innovations, designed and built an instrumented PBF build plate called the SmartPlate. The SmartPlate has embedded sensors and extracts data for real-time or post-processing analysis. The idea for … [Read more...] about Fabrisonic solves AM build problems with SmartPlate
Protolabs launch 3D printing DFM analysis for a faster turnaround
Protolabs has launched Design for Manufacturability analysis for 3D printed parts, offering peace of mind to manufacturers across Europe. It is a significant advancement to the 3D printing offering as it provides added assurance that a part is … [Read more...] about Protolabs launch 3D printing DFM analysis for a faster turnaround
US Navy installs on board the first Phillips Additive Hybrid metal 3D printing solution
Meltio and Phillips Corporation have worked together to install for the first time on a U.S. Navy ship a metal 3D printing solution for the onboard manufacture of spare parts and repairs. The Phillips Additive Hybrid powered by Haas took the laser … [Read more...] about US Navy installs on board the first Phillips Additive Hybrid metal 3D printing solution
Meltio Engine Software Partners ecosystem fosters hybrid and robotic additive manufacturing
Meltio announced its new Meltio Engine Software Partners ecosystem to ensure a set of guaranteed and reliable software solutions for Meltio Engine CNC Integration and Meltio Engine Robot Integration. Comprised of the key software players in the … [Read more...] about Meltio Engine Software Partners ecosystem fosters hybrid and robotic additive manufacturing
Top five additive manufacturing articles in 2022
As additive manufacturing technologies evolve, Make Parts Fast covers all the latest trends and advancements. Here's a recap of the five most-read articles in 2022. 1. What to look for in service providers to aerospace industry Providing … [Read more...] about Top five additive manufacturing articles in 2022
