Additive manufacturing is getting interesting. HP announces a plastic laser sintering system for between $130,000 and $155,000. Then, Prodways, a subsidiary of Groupe Gorgé, presents its industrial laser-sintering printer, the ProMaker P1000 … [Read more...] about Prodways introduces SLS printer for less than €100,000
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Optomec shows its hybrid CNC/additive manufacturing system
Optomec showcased its production grade additive manufacturing systems at the RAPID conference in Orlando, Florida. One included an affordable hybrid CNC system that combines Optomec LENS technology for 3D printed metals with subtractive milling … [Read more...] about Optomec shows its hybrid CNC/additive manufacturing system
Additive Industries introduces its first industrial 3D metal printing system at RAPID
At RAPID 2016, Additive Industries shows its industrial 3D metal printing system, MetalFAB1. This is the first time across the Atlantic and the official launch for the US market. Additive Industries claims its MetalFAB1 system offers … [Read more...] about Additive Industries introduces its first industrial 3D metal printing system at RAPID
Arcam introduces two new additive manufacturing machines
Arcam has introduced two new additive manufacturing machines. The Arcam Q10plus is the new generation EBM machine specifically for cost efficient production of orthopedic implants. The size of the build area allows optimal stacking of the most common … [Read more...] about Arcam introduces two new additive manufacturing machines
Optomec and Delcam push the boundaries of 3D printing electronics
Optomec and Delcam have entered into a global sales partnership whereby Optomec will sell and support Delcam products in conjunction with sales of its Aerosol Jet systems for 3D printed electronics. Optomec is a leading global supplier of … [Read more...] about Optomec and Delcam push the boundaries of 3D printing electronics
The 8 ways 3D printing is changing manufacturing forever
People debate whether 3D printing / additive manufacturing will really have an impact on design and manufacturing. Hod Lipson, professor at Columbia University, recently gave a presentation on why 3D printing will definitely disrupt what we know of … [Read more...] about The 8 ways 3D printing is changing manufacturing forever
IRISS ensures quality build for metal additive manufacturing
In metal additive manufacturing, more companies are offering a way to see inside the build of a part for quality control. The latest company to offer such a feature is Sciaky, Inc., a subsidiary of Phillips Service Industries, Inc. (PSI) and a … [Read more...] about IRISS ensures quality build for metal additive manufacturing
3D printing a better car
Manufacturers must integrate an increasing number of concepts and energy storage systems into vehicle structures. Future vehicle bodies will be lighter, which will require more flexible design. As the number of vehicle varieties increases, designers … [Read more...] about 3D printing a better car
Additive manufacturing—after the hype
How has the all the hype around 3D printing /additive manufacturing (3DP/AM) prototyping and manufacturing endeavors affected you? If you follow the Gartner hype curve, we are probably now in the trough of disillusionment. Some startups are no … [Read more...] about Additive manufacturing—after the hype
AMUG 2016—a unique opportunity to learn and connect
Most conferences and shows about 3D printing / additive manufacturing (3DP/AM) focus on giving vendors an opportunity to reach potential customers. The Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) Education & Training Conference is different. It … [Read more...] about AMUG 2016—a unique opportunity to learn and connect
