GE announced that Alexander Schmitz has been appointed as CEO of GE Additive, effective January 16, 2023. Based in Munich, Germany, Schmitz will report to GE Additive’s current chief executive, Riccardo Procacci, who takes on an expanded leadership … [Read more...] about GE Additive appoints Alexander Schmitz as CEO
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Shell and GE Additive show joint design and engineering project at Formnext
During Formnext 2022, Shell International B.V. and GE Additive unveiled the results of a joint design and engineering project – an additively manufactured oxygen hydrogen micromixer. This complex, non-functional, demonstration part, was printed in … [Read more...] about Shell and GE Additive show joint design and engineering project at Formnext
GE Additive introduces Binder Jet Line and the Series 3
GE Additive released more details about its Binder Jet Line and the Series 3 printer. With production deliveries expected to begin in the second half of 2023, the release of the system follows a four-year phase of customer discovery, collaboration … [Read more...] about GE Additive introduces Binder Jet Line and the Series 3
Large, lower weight metal 3D printed parts for aerospace
The EU’s European Green Deal sets out the need to reduce transport emissions by 90% by 2050, compared to 1990 levels, with the aviation sector playing its part. Policy actions and industry efforts since 2005 have led to greater fuel efficiency per … [Read more...] about Large, lower weight metal 3D printed parts for aerospace
GE Additive and Orchid sign agreement to drive scalable metal 3D printing innovation in large joint orthopedic implants
At RAPID + TCT, GE Additive and Orchid Orthopedic Solutions (Orchid) – a global leader in the manufacture of orthopedic implants and instruments – announced they have signed a definitive agreement to continue driving the adoption of additive … [Read more...] about GE Additive and Orchid sign agreement to drive scalable metal 3D printing innovation in large joint orthopedic implants
BEAMIT invests in M Line system for large metal additive parts for aerospace and defense
BEAMIT Group (BEAMIT), partly owned by SANDVIK, has invested in a GE Additive Concept Laser M Line system to meet growing demand from its aerospace and defense customers for both large format metal 3D-printed components and assistance in … [Read more...] about BEAMIT invests in M Line system for large metal additive parts for aerospace and defense
With 3D printing, can a part ever be obsolete?
The US Air Force (USAF) and GE recently entered the third phase of its ‘Pacer Edge’ pathfinder. Phase III has focused on 3D printing for four parts that are currently obsolete: a bellcrank, gearbox seat, anti-icing valve body, and a cross shaft arm. … [Read more...] about With 3D printing, can a part ever be obsolete?
GE Aviation Singapore first to offer metal additive for engine component repair
As metal additive technology continues to gain momentum in the design and industrial production of new aerospace components, GE Aviation’s Loyang facility is the first maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facility worldwide that has been approved … [Read more...] about GE Aviation Singapore first to offer metal additive for engine component repair
Western Sydney and GE Additive for partnership to advance metal additive manufacturing
Workers in Western Sydney will learn to produce the next wave of space technology and high-tech componentry as part of the first industry-led short courses rolled out under the NSW Government’s $37 million New Education and Training Model … [Read more...] about Western Sydney and GE Additive for partnership to advance metal additive manufacturing
AP&C inks new agreement with Airbus to provide Titanium powders
AP&C – a GE Additive company, announced it has signed a new agreement with Airbus to provide Titanium powders (Ti-6AI-4V) for use in metal additive manufacturing applications. The multiyear agreement deepens AP&C’s working relationship with … [Read more...] about AP&C inks new agreement with Airbus to provide Titanium powders