6K Additive, a division of 6K, a producer of sustainable advanced materials for additive manufacturing and energy storage, announced the commercial availability of refractory metal powders for additive manufacturing. Materials such as tungsten, … [Read more...] about 6K Additive launches refractory metal powders for additive manufacturing
Additive Manufacturing
Developing a binder jetting printer for offshore wind turbines
GE, Fraunhofer IGCV, and voxeljet AG announced a research partnership to develop "the world’s largest 3D printer for offshore wind applications" to streamline the production of key components of GE’s Haliade-X offshore wind turbine. The Advance … [Read more...] about Developing a binder jetting printer for offshore wind turbines
Kennametal announces new tungsten carbide grade additive material for oil and gas applications
Kennametal Inc. announced the launch of KAR85-AM-K, its most corrosion resistant tungsten carbide grade for metal additive manufacturing. It is available exclusively in combination with Kennametal’s binder jet 3D printing capabilities to produce … [Read more...] about Kennametal announces new tungsten carbide grade additive material for oil and gas applications
3D printing parts for the Lunar Rover
MakerBot, a Stratasys company, announced that Lockheed Martin has extended its use of MakerBot 3D printers to produce parts and designs for its upcoming space projects. MakerBot 3D printers have been in use for about five years and have provided … [Read more...] about 3D printing parts for the Lunar Rover
SPEE3D and Australian Army team up for tough 3D metal printing trial
The Australian Army is rapidly developing their metal manufacturing capability with SPEE3D’s award-winning metal 3D printing technology. The Australian Army announced a $1.24 million investment in a pilot of SPEE3D technology in February 2020 with a … [Read more...] about SPEE3D and Australian Army team up for tough 3D metal printing trial
Henkel and Nexa3D team up to additively manufacture a connected stethoscope for tele-medicine
Nexa3D announced that it partnered with functional polymers leader Henkel to produce the additively manufactured connected SKOP stethoscope for WeMed. Based on biomimicry design and produced on the NXE400 3D printer using Henkel materials, the WeMed … [Read more...] about Henkel and Nexa3D team up to additively manufacture a connected stethoscope for tele-medicine
Essentium launches high-performance material and independent dual extruders 3d printer
Essentium, Inc. announced the introduction of Essentium PEKK, made with Arkema 6002 Kepstan resin. This ultra-polymer offers high heat and chemical resistance and mechanical strength to meet the performance requirements of aerospace and industrial … [Read more...] about Essentium launches high-performance material and independent dual extruders 3d printer
Stratasys showcases systems for the entire product value chain at the RAPID + TCT Conference
For additive manufacturing to take its place alongside other forms of part production, it will need to integrate with PLM, MES, and other production tracking systems. At the RAPID + TCT Show, Stratasys Ltd. will highlight solutions for advancing … [Read more...] about Stratasys showcases systems for the entire product value chain at the RAPID + TCT Conference
ExOne launches broad portfolio of industrial-grade 3D printed tooling systems
The ExOne Company launches a broad portfolio of industrial-grade 3D printed tooling — offering new solutions for plastic injection molding or forming, laying up composites, casting metals, and more. A leader in selling binder jet 3D printers for … [Read more...] about ExOne launches broad portfolio of industrial-grade 3D printed tooling systems
Blue industrial lasers make it easier to work with reflective metals in additive manufacturing
The blue laser is a relatively new entrant into the additive manufacturing arena, and, as such, work has just begun to determine the optimum process parameters. By Jean-Michel Pelaprat, Founder & Chief Marketing and Scientific Officer, Mark … [Read more...] about Blue industrial lasers make it easier to work with reflective metals in additive manufacturing