Directed Manufacturing, Inc. (DMI), Pflugerville, TX, is a leading 3D printing, rapid manufacturing company that produces plastic and metal parts, components, and assemblies. It recently purchased a Renishaw AM 250. Noted Alex, Fima, president of … [Read more...] about Another choice for 3D printing in metal laser sintering: Renishaw
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Another desktop 3D printer; this one for stereolithography
Why can't someone make a low cost, high performance, desktop 3D printer for a reasonable cost? That's the question of 2012 and a number of entrepreneurs and start-ups are working on an answer. The latest possible answer to this question comes from … [Read more...] about Another desktop 3D printer; this one for stereolithography
International EuroMold Conference Focuses on Metal Parts from 3D printing
DEMAT GmbH (Frankfurt, Germany) and Wohlers Associates, Inc. have announced the 14th Annual International Wohlers Conference to be held at EuroMold 2012 in Frankfurt, Germany. This year's conference, titled Advances in Metal Additive Manufacturing, … [Read more...] about International EuroMold Conference Focuses on Metal Parts from 3D printing
More 3D printing in metals—Ex One introduces the M-Flex 3D Printing System
The Ex One Company (ExOne), North Huntingdon, Pa., is another 3d printing, additive manufacturing company for the industrial sector. It introduced its newest state-of-the-art 3D printer at the recent 2012 International Machine Technology Show in … [Read more...] about More 3D printing in metals—Ex One introduces the M-Flex 3D Printing System
3D printer changes mold making shop into full service provider
Bassler/Williamsport Pattern Works employs an ever-changing mix of 3D product designers, graphic artists, master patternmakers and modelers. The company creates CAD designs, molds, patterns and functional parts for a variety of products, from … [Read more...] about 3D printer changes mold making shop into full service provider
The right 3D print process for art and technology
One sculptor has learned technology so well that he’s able to put it to use for his sculptures, selecting the right process for the right piece. by Terry Persun, Technology Journalist William F. Duffy is a professional sculptor known for his … [Read more...] about The right 3D print process for art and technology
Will 3D printing truly be disruptive? Not necessarily
If you’ve read the blogs and comments made by many who follow this industry, you are familiar with the claim that professional grade 3D printers will replace traditional manufacturing technology (CNC-based milling, machining, stamping, and so on), in … [Read more...] about Will 3D printing truly be disruptive? Not necessarily
ProJet 5000 3D printer offers large format precision and speed
The ProJet™ 5000 large format professional 3D printer, from 3D Systems Corp, (NYSE:DDD) offers a 2X print speed increase and the highest print resolution available in its class. It is equipped with advanced print-head technology, delivering high … [Read more...] about ProJet 5000 3D printer offers large format precision and speed
Constructing a Cubesat using additive manufacturing
The use of Windform® XT and additive manufacturing (AM)/3D printing (3DP) technology demonstrates the fast adaptability and freedom of design possible in nearly any field. For the developers of the RAMPART Cube Sat, the use of this material and … [Read more...] about Constructing a Cubesat using additive manufacturing
When you need a wing replacement, click 3D print, and then fly
Aurora Flight Sciences’ 3D wing, designed by Aurora and built with additive manufacturing technology developed by Stratasys Inc., was showcased at the recent announcement of the new National Additive Manufacturing Innovation Institute (NAMII) in … [Read more...] about When you need a wing replacement, click 3D print, and then fly