Clarkson College in Omaha, Nebraska, and 3D Systems partnered to establish an on-campus 3D Printing and Training Center of Excellence. This cutting-edge facility represents a significant leap forward in healthcare innovation, education, and patient … [Read more...] about Clarkson College’s new 3D printing center reshapes healthcare in Omaha
Additive Manufacturing
3D printing’s future is limitless, if we embrace open materials
By Nirup Nagabandi, Ph.D., Vice President of Materials and Process Engineering, Essentium Imagine you're an apparel manufacturer. You need machines to make your clothes. But the machines you can buy will only make clothes out of fabrics sold by … [Read more...] about 3D printing’s future is limitless, if we embrace open materials
7 tips to reduce injection molding costs
Injection molding is the preferred method for mass-producing precision plastic parts. However, its upfront costs can be hefty. It’s worthwhile to tweak the production process to decrease both the complexity and the project expense. The primary cost … [Read more...] about 7 tips to reduce injection molding costs
Two aerospace students used metal AM to build the Reaper turbopump
Hard work and good help can pay off, as two young engineers have learned. Mixing undergraduate curiosity and real-world engagement together, Zachary Lesan and Patrick Watson, two students from the Colorado University (CU) Boulder Aerospace … [Read more...] about Two aerospace students used metal AM to build the Reaper turbopump
How an orthodontist-turned-manufacturer scaled with Formlabs
In the rapidly growing clear aligner market, Madrid-based SecretAligner has differentiated itself as a leading high-quality producer. Since Dr. Pablo Kehyaian founded the company in 2019, it has experienced immense growth, which also required the … [Read more...] about How an orthodontist-turned-manufacturer scaled with Formlabs
Carbon-filled composites optimize Formula SAE racing performance
The versatility and mechanical properties of the functional components made in Windform materials are well recognized by specialists and insiders. One of the latest examples comes from the world of Formula SAE. “Like every year, the industry … [Read more...] about Carbon-filled composites optimize Formula SAE racing performance
Calculate the carbon footprint of additively manufactured parts
Additive manufacturing is often considered a more sustainable method for its material efficiency, reduced energy consumption, localized production, and design optimization potential. Though the benefits sound great and make sense, more organizations … [Read more...] about Calculate the carbon footprint of additively manufactured parts
AMGTA life-cycle analysis confirms that binder jetting reduces GHG emissions
The Additive Manufacturer Green Trade Association (AMGTA) announced the preliminary results of a life-cycle analysis study titled “Comparative Life-Cycle Assessment: Comparison of Casting vs Binder Jetting for an Industrial Part.” The study, … [Read more...] about AMGTA life-cycle analysis confirms that binder jetting reduces GHG emissions
Optomec shares its digital manufacturing vision for the future
According to a report by the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM), manufacturers are accelerating the pace of investments in advanced and emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence, automation, and data analytics. The report … [Read more...] about Optomec shares its digital manufacturing vision for the future
How is 3D printing used in 2023? Here’s what’s changing
Jabil conducted another global survey of additive manufacturing decision-makers, and the findings reinforce the steady ascent of 3D printing technologies and additive materials into production environments. Since 2017, Jabil has conducted this … [Read more...] about How is 3D printing used in 2023? Here’s what’s changing