Prodways Aerospace division offers a range of additive manufacturing products for the aerospace sector. Recently, Prodways Group announced the signing of a major partnership agreement with Nexteam Group. Nexteam Group, based in Marmande (France), … [Read more...] about Prodways signs strategic partnership agreement with Nexteam Group
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3D printing: 3 stats everyone should know?
Be cautious when you simplify. You can make a concept or an idea so simple that you lose context. For example, a recent blog by Motley Fool indicates that three stats will tell you what you need to know about investing in a 3D printer … [Read more...] about 3D printing: 3 stats everyone should know?
How to set up 3D printing for failure in 3 steps
All too frequently, bloggers and pundits make inaccurate claims about 3D printing (3DP) and Additive Manufacturing (AM) systems capabilities. You could easily make the case that over enthusiastic punditry is partly to blame for 3DSystems recent … [Read more...] about How to set up 3D printing for failure in 3 steps
Special pricing on desktop 3D printers and milling machines
When asked, many potential users of desktop 3D printers and milling machines say cost is a big factor in the purchase decision. So, for all of you who are looking for a price break, check out the limited-time 3D product promotion from Roland DGA. … [Read more...] about Special pricing on desktop 3D printers and milling machines
Additive manufacturing moves beyond the “cool” phase
The next trend you’ll find with Additive Manufacturing (AM), also known as 3D printing, is the growth of additive services. Part of this growth is driven by customer need, part by the frequent acquisitions made by the larger vendors. Customer need … [Read more...] about Additive manufacturing moves beyond the “cool” phase
How additive technology will affect manufacturing
For 16 years, ExOne has focused its efforts on developing additive machines for use in manufacturing. ExOne President Dave Burns explores this shift of 3D printing into additive manufacturing and how it will affect design engineers. Leslie … [Read more...] about How additive technology will affect manufacturing
A primer on rapid prototyping
Digital Manufacturing is probably a new term for many. In Brian Underdahl’s book, Proto Labs Special Edition Digital Manufacturing for Dummies, the author combines CNC machining, injection molding and 3D printing into this overall umbrella … [Read more...] about A primer on rapid prototyping
Manufacturer acquires six new 3D printers
As a fabrication and manufacturing company, Midwest Composite Technologies is continually increasing its capabilities through the use of the latest technologies. Due to the company’s growth, it recently purchased six FDM systems—three Fortus 400mc … [Read more...] about Manufacturer acquires six new 3D printers
PTI offers the hybrid Lumex Avance-25 for additive manufacturing needs
One concern a number of engineers have about additive manufacturing and 3D printing is the finishing process. How can this process be made simpler and easier? In the last year or two, a couple of hybrid machines that combine additive manufacturing … [Read more...] about PTI offers the hybrid Lumex Avance-25 for additive manufacturing needs
Iterative design and additive manufacturing
The engineering team listens closely to roar of the race car engines, straining to hear any anomalies or unexpected sounds. After the race is over, parts are removed and examined. What worked? What didn't? What can we do to make it … [Read more...] about Iterative design and additive manufacturing
