Quoting engines are fast becoming a key differentiator for additive manufacturing service providers. For example, Xometry, an online service provider, uses proprietary software to instantly connect you to the best manufacturing solution for your … [Read more...] about Obtain 3D printing design quote while working in SolidWorks
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Artec 3D scanners get a color update
As technology evolves, so is Artec 3D. The company has a new method of color rendering for its Artec Eva, Spider and Space Spider 3D scanners that improves the quality of 3D models’ texture. Although a minor change to 3D scanning technology, improved … [Read more...] about Artec 3D scanners get a color update
Nano Dimension completes initial software package
Nano Dimension Ltd., announced the completion of the initial version of its software package, which will be integrated in the company's DragonFly 2020 3D printer. The company’s Dragonfly 3D printer, (currently in development), will use proprietary … [Read more...] about Nano Dimension completes initial software package
Optimization software and 3D printing deliver custom off road bikes
For Robot Bike Company (RBC), the goal is to “create the best bike frames possible.” The challenge will be to build and tailor the bike to an individual’s weight, height, and riding style, all within acceptable delivery timescales and manufacturing … [Read more...] about Optimization software and 3D printing deliver custom off road bikes
Stratasys adds new capabilities to FDM 3D printers
Stratasys Ltd., introduced new enhancements to its Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM®)-based 3D printers. These enhancements optimize select models for the creation of functional product prototypes, production tools and end-use parts. --Easier to … [Read more...] about Stratasys adds new capabilities to FDM 3D printers
Siemens to collaborate with HP Inc. to elevate 3D printing from prototyping to full production
Siemens announced it is collaborating with HP Inc. to develop new solutions to transform additive manufacturing (AM) from a prototyping tool to full production utilization. HP’s Multi Jet Fusion 3D printer will print functional production parts … [Read more...] about Siemens to collaborate with HP Inc. to elevate 3D printing from prototyping to full production
Stratasys launches universal design-to-3D print application–GrabCAD Print
Software that makes it easier to get your CAD design 3D printed has been on the want list of engineers for some time. One issue is that 3D printing tends to be characterized by a significant amount of “model fixing” time. Stratasys Ltd. unveiled a … [Read more...] about Stratasys launches universal design-to-3D print application–GrabCAD Print
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
Local Motors 3D printing cars with Siemens PLM Software
Siemens and Local Motors have formed a partnership to help advance additive manufacturing by optimizing the development of large-scale 3D printed cars. The partnership combines Siemens’ product lifecycle management (PLM) software technology with … [Read more...] about Local Motors 3D printing cars with Siemens PLM Software
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