Metal
Freeform: Binder Jetting Does Not Change the Basics of Manufacturing
Rather than adapting production methodologies to additive manufacturing, this Pennsylvania contract manufacturer adapts AM to production methodologies. In general, this starts with conversation.
Peter Zelinski
Editor-in-Chief, Additive Manufacturing
Velo3D’s Flow Developer Enhancement Simplifies Parameter Development Process
The Developer enhancement in Velo3D’s Flow print preparation software gives users the freedom to migrate their own 3D printing parameters, even if developed on other brand machines, to a Velo3D Sapphire system where they can take advantage of machine-to-machine repeatability for series production.
Read MoreVideo: Ergonomics and Economics of Really Big Laser Powder Bed Fusion
The DMP Factory 500 solution currently operating at CIMP-3D offers a look at the equipment and steps necessary to 3D print metal parts at large scale.
Read MoreNikon Lasermeister Metal DED 3D Printer and Scanner Developed for Industrial Applications, Turbine Blade Repair
This technology gives manufacturers the ability to build onto existing parts with high precision and utilize a variety of materials, reducing lead times and minimizing postprocessing requirements.
Read MoreSintavia Plans $25 Million Expansion in Hollywood, Florida
The investments in facilities and equipment will power company’s growth over the coming years, including being able able to meet the demand from the programs it supports for the U.S. Department of Defense.
Read MoreHow Machining Makes AM Successful for Innovative 3D Manufacturing
Connections between metal 3D printing and CNC machining serve the Indiana manufacturer in many ways. One connection is customer conversations that resemble a machining job shop. Here is a look at a small company that has advanced quickly to become a thriving additive manufacturing part producer.
Read MoreMeltio M600 Wire-Laser System Reduces Material Waste, Lead Times While Increasing Manufacturing Flexibility
The Meltio M600 can seamlessly integrate into machine shops and production environments, enabling not only the printing of entire metal parts but also the addition of features to existing components and the repair of damaged surfaces.
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Accufacture Develops Alchemist 1 Robotic AM Cell Engineered With Meltio’s Wire-Laser Metal 3D printing Technology
This all-in-one additive manufacturing robotic work cell was engineered for seamless integration and rapid deployment for the safe and reliable manufacture and repair of metal parts.
Angela Osborne
Managing Editor, Gardner Business Media
America Makes Announces IMPACT 2.0 Project Call Worth $6.6 Million in Funding
The deadline for the first set of project proposals is May 29.
Read MorePush-Button DED System Aims for Machine Shop Workflow in Metal AM
Meltio M600 metal 3D printer employs probing, quick-change workholding and wire material stock to permit production in coordination with CNC machines.
Read MoreSidus Space Successfully Launches LizzieSat Hybrid 3D-Printed Satellite
The hybrid 3D-printed satellite was manufactured using Markforged 3D printers for parts that would be incredibly lightweight, durable and custom to the structure to ensure the satellite remains intact during launch and works properly for its full life span in space.
Read MoreEOS M 290 1kW Metal AM System Engineered for Materials, Applications That Demand Higher Intensity
The EOS M 290 1kW metal printer features a one-kilowatt laser with the flexible, midsize frame to deliver the power needed to maximize production of industrial applications for copper and copper alloy, with more materials coming.
Read MoreVelo3D Sapphire Printers Become First Metal 3D Printers to Achieve DOD Green-Level STIG Compliance
The certification allows Sapphire printers to be connected to the DOD’s Secret Internet Protocol Router Network (SIPRNet) and gives customers confidence that their metal 3D printers are hardened against potential cyberattacks and other vulnerabilities.
Read MoreTritone Technologies Forges US Strategic Alliance With Adia
Tritone’s technology enables quick and easy switching between a wide variety of metals and ceramics, making it possible to simultaneously manufacture parts of different sizes, shapes and applications.
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Spring 2024 TRX Showcases Projects Designed to Drive Additive Manufacturing Advancement
The America Makes TRX platform promotes exploration with more than 30 highlighted projects that are designed to propel the additive manufacturing industry.
Angela Osborne
Managing Editor, Gardner Business Media
Fluent Metal Startup Launches With Focus on Liquid Metal 3D Printing
The company says its drop-on-demand technology can enable sustainable, production-grade additive manufacturing using high-value metal components.
Read MoreChuck Jaws Achieve 77% Weight Reduction Through 3D Printing
Alpha Precision Group (APG) has developed an innovative workholding design for faster spindle speeds through sinter-based additive manufacturing.
Read MoreFastech Joins Meltio’s US Manufacturing Partner Network
Fastech has incorporated Meltio’s wire-laser metal 3D printing technology into its portfolio with the acquisition of a Meltio Engine Robot Integration.
Read More1000 Kelvin’s AMAIZE AI Co-Pilot for Additive Manufacturing Now Available for Autodesk Fusion
The AMAIZE software is an “AI co-pilot” for engineers, predicting print issues upfront, performing corrections and generating industrial-grade, ready-to-use print files specific to a machine.
Read MorePhase3D’s True Layer Thickness Measurement Certifies Uniform Distribution for Every Layer of the Build
The True Layer Thickness tool kit provides objective measurement data to inspect every build in real time.
Read MoreSustainable Metal Powder Company Addresses Next Piece of Road Map: Renewable Energy
Continuum Powders, the material production arm of small-scale foundry technology company MolyWorks, has announced new partnerships aimed at further reducing the environmental impact of its metal powder production.
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Materialise and Renishaw Integrate Systems to Improve Efficiency of Metal 3D Printing
Renishaw system users can now benefit from Materialise’s build processor software as well as its Magics data and build preparation software.
Angela Osborne
Managing Editor, Gardner Business Media
Horizon Demonstrates Effectiveness of HMT-Metal Coating Process for Plastic Micro Additive Manufacturing Parts
The ability to make mm-wave components via micro-additive manufacturing enables the production of smaller and lighter weight components, and also opens up the possibility of making them with properties and geometric features impossible using alternative fabrication processes.
Read MoreJanet Dickinson Named Endeavor 3D Chief Operating Officer
She will be responsible for managing the company’s advanced polymer and metal additive manufacturing, and quality control operations.
Read MoreAdditive Plus to Distribute Farsoon Technology on West Coast
With an open system providing full laser control, Farsoon’s technology offers the freedom to work with any material and control all printing parameters.
Read MoreMaterialise Software Module Optimizes Data and Build Preparation for Metal LPBF
The e-Stage for Metal+ software uses physics-based modeling to improve automated support structure generation for laser powder bed fusion.
Read MoreSinter-Based Additive Manufacturing Finds a Place Alongside MIM, Press and Sinter at APG
Powder metallurgy company Alpha Precision Group (APG) is applying a particular class of metal 3D printing technology for both rapid iteration in development and flexibility in production.
Read MoreVideo: MoldJet Sinter-Based Additive Manufacturing at Alpha Precision Group
Alpha Precision Group (APG) in Ridgway, Pennsylvania, applies a range of sinter-based AM processes to produce metal parts. This video explores the MoldJet process from Tritone Technologies.
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