Visual First, is using FDM Nylon 12CF carbon-filled thermoplastic to replace metal machine parts for its customer, The Chocolate Factory. The ability to 3D print machinery replacement parts on-demand has significantly reduced machine downtime, … [Read more...] about FDM Nylon 12CF with 35% chopped carbon-fiber can replace metal parts
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How HP Inc. sees the transformation of manufacturing with 3D printing
In a recent webinar with Design World at WTWH Media, presenter Dr. Stephen Rudisill, R&D scientist with HP Inc. 3D materials, discussed HP’s decision to enter the 3D printing industry and some of the ideas HP is considering to potentially … [Read more...] about How HP Inc. sees the transformation of manufacturing with 3D printing
Watch 3D printers making 3D printers at CES 2018
When RepRap and MakerBot initiated the desktop 3D printing industry, one of the more attention grabbing capabilities was the ability of these systems to replicate themselves. If you’ve never seen such a demonstration, now is your chance at CES … [Read more...] about Watch 3D printers making 3D printers at CES 2018
What engineers wanted to know about additive manufacturing in 2017
It’s the end of 2017. Retrospection is in vogue at this time. So, in case you were wondering what stories interested your fellow colleagues; we have a list. These were the most read stories on Make Parts Fast during 2017. A few trends pop out from … [Read more...] about What engineers wanted to know about additive manufacturing in 2017
European aerospace and defense industry leader buys a DragonFly Pro 2020 3D printer
Nano Dimension Ltd., a leading additive electronics provider announced that a leading European aerospace and defense supplier has purchased the company’s DragonFly 2020 Pro 3D Printer for professional electronics manufacturing. The international tier … [Read more...] about European aerospace and defense industry leader buys a DragonFly Pro 2020 3D printer
Carbon announces $200 million in funding to Accelerate a New World of Global Digital 3D Manufacturing
Carbon (www.carbon3d.com), a Silicon Valley-based digital 3D Manufacturing company, announced the first closing in a total raise of $200 million in Series D funding. Delivering a true, scalable digital 3D manufacturing platform for polymeric … [Read more...] about Carbon announces $200 million in funding to Accelerate a New World of Global Digital 3D Manufacturing
How HP Inc. slashes design cycle time
The goal--make parts fast. The challenge, make prototype parts fast with custom materials. This was the goal of engineers at HP Inc.’s New Product Innovation Team based in Corvallis, Oregon. HP Inc. controls the largest share (approximately 36%) … [Read more...] about How HP Inc. slashes design cycle time
Army partners with Marine Corps on 3-D printed drones
Army researchers are working with the Marines to develop 3-D printed drones as materials science, aviation technology and software development merge to deliver new capabilities. "Several years ago when we were collaborating with our academic … [Read more...] about Army partners with Marine Corps on 3-D printed drones
Desktop Metal ships to first pioneer customers
Desktop Metal has begun shipping its metal 3D printer to early pioneer customers as part of the Studio System rollout. Participating in Desktop Metal’s Pioneers Program, Google’s Advanced Technology and Products (ATAP) group is the first pioneer … [Read more...] about Desktop Metal ships to first pioneer customers
Why 3D printed lattices could replace foam
Polyurethane foam chemistry is used in many applications across industry verticals such as automotive, packaging, construction, electronics, bedding, and furniture. But innovations in foam’s comfort, performance, and safety have been evolutionary at … [Read more...] about Why 3D printed lattices could replace foam