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The Costly Cycle of Elastomeric Spare Parts: How Digital Inventories Offer a Sustainable Alternative
Thereās an elastomeric twist to the digital inventory concept I hadnāt heard previously.
Prusa Research’s Design Contest Reveals Potential for 3D Printed Spare Parts
Prusa Research just concluded a design contest and thereās a surprising outcome.
Solving the Spare Parts Dilemma: Markforged’s Digital Source Solution
Markforged announced an unusual new service called āDigital Sourceā.
Home Depot Launches Partpicker, A 3D Model Library For Spare Parts
Home Depot, the largest home improvement retailer in North America, announced today the launch of PartPicker.
Prusa Research Takes a Step Towards the Future of Digital Spare Parts with “Official Brand Profiles”
Prusa Research announced a new initiative to attract commercial brands to their ecosystem.
What Happens When People Make Their Own Spare Parts?
In the near future, there may be complications for companies as increasing numbers of home-built spare parts are produced.
On-Demand Spare Parts With Replique
Replique is a comprehensive, end-to-end digital inventory solution.
DiManEx Provides On-Demand 3D Printed Spare Parts
Do you know what Digital Inventory is? Companies like DiManEx can provide a virtual warehouse of spare parts produced on demand without need for physical storage.
Busses and Tractors to Receive 3D-Printed Spare Parts
One application primed for disruption by 3D printing technology is the production of spare parts.
3D Printed Spare Parts Will Require Design Forethought
Iām reading a piece by Joe Iles discussing recent explorations by industry on the notion of 3D printed spare parts.
What’s Holding Back 3D Printed Spare Parts?
3D printing enables many new business models, one of which is on-demand spare parts.
3D Printing for Maritime and O&G Spare Parts
Additive manufacturing and digital inventory solutions are impacting oil and gas, and maritime operations with a new joint industry project (JIP).
Volvo CE 3D Prints Spare Parts for Construction Equipment
Large construction companies like Caterpillar have learned that additive manufacturing (AM) provides a unique opportunity
The Practicality of 3D Printing Your Own Spare Parts
One of the simple memes revolving around desktop 3D printers is the notion of producing your own spare parts, Is this really feasible?
3Discovered Offers Secret of Eternal Life for Spare Parts with 3D Printing
In the 3D printing industry, nothing may be more wasteful than an idle 3D printer, particularly when it comes to industrial systems that can cost tens to hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Ford Predicts 3D Printed Spare Parts
A recent Wall Street Journal article describes Ford and General Electric’s experiments in 3D printed prototypes and production parts. While that’s not new, we observed an interesting quote: The auto maker sees a future where customers will be able to print their own replacement parts. Theoretically, a customer could log onto the Web, scan… Continue reading Ford Predicts 3D Printed Spare Parts
Where Do You Find Spare 3D Printer Parts?
3D printers are inherently full of moving parts, and thus they tend to break. Then what?
Innovative 3D Printing Solutions Addressing Counterfeit Parts Crisis in Aircraft MRO
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss the transformative impact of 3D printing on the aviation Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) industry.
AIM3D and Create it REAL Partner on Voxelfill Strategy for Stronger Parts
Via the SlicEx slicing software and an integrated plugin for ExAM printers.
Unlocking Stronger Parts with BCN3D’s Revolutionary VLM Process
3D printed outsole by BCN3D’s VLM process [Source: Fabbaloo]
CASTOR Partners With Ultimaker To Unleash The Parts
CASTOR and Ultimaker announced an agreement to integrate CASTORāS screening software into Ultimaker Cura.
New Program For 3D Printed NFC-Powered Parts
A new development program has been launched for 3D printing applications involving NFCs.
Autodesk University: Using Part Consolidation to Optimize Parts for Additive Manufacturing
During an Autodesk University session, experts demonstrated the benefits of generative design to perform part consolidation and optimize designs.
Mothballed Plane Parts vs 3D Printed Replacement Parts
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi consider the use of new 3D printed parts versus those from OEM inventory as airplanes again require more spare parts.
3D Printing For Bus Transportation Critical Repair Parts
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi consider the spread of 3D printing parts for buses and other public transportation.
Fictiv Goes Transparent
Fictiv announced a comprehensive set of transparency features that should fit well into the current state of the world.
Roboze Launches Extreme Parts Network
Roboze launched their long-awaited distributed additive manufacturing service, composed of a network of experienced Roboze 3D printer operators.
Smart Construction Parts Possible With Continuous Carbon Fiber 3D Printing
Anisoprint and one of their clients have developed a very unusual method of making self-sensing construction parts using 3D printed continuous carbon fiber.
3D Printing Aerospace Parts with Blockchain
Itās now possible to 3D print spare parts on demand for aircraft in flight using blockchain technology.
Are Your Parts ADfAM?
What kind of parts are in your digital inventory? Are they ADfAM? We propose a new class of 3D printable parts.
Proactive 3D Scanning of Motorcycle Parts For Future Repairs
Looking for a way to ensure you can always 3D print unusual motorcycle parts? We explain 3D scanning using CT technology that can be done in advance.
Question of the Week: How To Re-Engineer Motorcycle Parts
How could one re-engineer parts for a motorcycle?
3D Printing Final Aircraft Parts
Marshall Aerospace and Defense has revealed its use of 3D printing for prototype and final flight parts.
Whirlwind Growth in 3D Printing Replacement Home Appliance Parts
Digital inventory and on-demand manufacturing are changing the shape of the supply chain.
The Challenge of Making Replacement Parts
Iām reading an interesting case study by 3D Hubs and have some thoughts about 3D printing spare parts.
And Now – 3D Printed Critical Aircraft Parts?
Aerospace has long been interested in 3D metal printing, but it seems a milestone may have been hit.
3D Hubs Makes One Million Parts?
3D print network 3D Hubs announced an impressive milestone: theyāve not produced over one million 3D prints.
Whoās 3D Printing Those Unavailable Replacement Parts Now?
A report suggests that Daimler is now 3D printing replacement metal parts for some of their obsolete models.
Need a Spare Part? 3D Print It!
MyMiniFactory is testing a different approach for attracting 3D print services: printing replacement parts for common household equipment.
Now Real: Printing Your Own Replacement Parts
Eventually it had to come to this: a company providing 3D models of their spare parts so that you could print your own copies. Traditionally one would have mail-ordered for the spare parts or had to find a local reseller that carried the inevitably over-priced replacement knob. But now that’s changing due to 3D… Continue reading Now Real: Printing Your Own Replacement Parts
4 3D Printing Applications for the Automotive Aftermarket
From custom cup holders to spare parts, additive manufacturing is changing the aftermarket for car parts.
3D Printed Digital Inventory Gets Real in Oil & Gas
News from Spare Parts 3D reveals interesting results from a digital inventory move.
Incus and ESA Partner to Bring 3D Printing Technology to Outer Space
The 18-month collaboration seeks to develop and test Incusā LMM 3D printing capabilities for spare parts manufacturing on lunar bases.
Truck Stops And 3D Printing
Charles Goulding and Peter Favata hit the road with an idea for spare parts 3D printing that keeps truckers trucking.
Wabtec, Infrastructure Spending, and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding examines how Wabtec’s use of binder jetting for spare parts highlights important trends in rail infrastructure spending.
Boatyard 3D Printing
Charles Goulding and Ryan Donley discuss 3D printing of spare parts and other components for maritime operations.
UK Rail Industry Getting a Handle on Obsolescence
As 3D printing continues to come into play for on-demand and spare parts manufacture, a new collaboration targets the UK rail industry.
How to 3D Print Your Own Products & Sell Them Online
With Mercedes-Benz announcing last year that it is now selling 3D printed spare parts for its cargo trucks, 3D printing is gaining momentum as a commercial strategy for large-scale manufacturers.
Skyward Revolution: 3D Printing Propels eVTOL Innovation
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss how companies such as Wisk Aero and Airbus are leveraging 3D printing technology to revolutionize urban air mobility.
Researchers Explore the Cost and Benefits of Manufacturing as a Service
A new paper explores the idea of Manufacturing as a Service (MaaS).
Slant 3D Launches API for Direct Access to Print Farms
News from Slant 3D: theyāve developed an API for developers to directly access their print farm.
Navigating Supply Chain Disruptions: Leveraging 3D Printing for Global Resilience
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi consider 3D printing as a potential solution amid ongoing global supply chain disruptions.
Can Additive Manufacturing Fix the Supply Chain?
These four benefits of 3D printing should appeal to any engineer struggling with supply chain woes.
Reality Check: Seven Hidden Truths About 3D Printing
Having used many types of 3D printers for so many years, Iāve heard all the hype. But what are the hidden truths?
3D Printing’s Pivotal Role in Strengthening National Defense
Charles R. Goulding, Jacob T. Nolan and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss the US Department of Defense’s strategic integration of 3D printing.
Prusa Research Launches MK3S+ Upgrade Kit: Bridging the Gap to MK4 Technology
Prusa Research is now shipping an upgrade kit for their popular MK3S+ 3D printers.
Addup and Airbus Deliver First Metal 3D Printer to the ISS: Testing Begins
Addup joins the orbital 3D printer club with the latest launch to the International Space Station.
Xerion’s Fusion Factory XS: Portable Metal 3D Printing for Military Use
Xerionās Fusion Factory XS is one of the most interesting professional 3D printers weāve yet seen.
Revving Up Innovation: 3D Printing Drives Success in Formula One’s US Expansion
Charles R. Goulding and Kellen Coleman discuss the recent Formula One Grand Prix in Las Vegas and the successful integration of 3D printing technology.
Advancing Military 3D Printing: 1000 Kelvin and Fieldmade Form Strategic Partnership
1000 Kelvin announced today they have established a very intriguing partnership with Fieldmade.
From Rumors to Reality: SPEE3D’s Role in Ukraine’s 3D Printing Strategy
We now know a lot more about the mysterious 3D printers supplied to Ukraine.
Germany’s Edge: 3D Printing in Rail and Defense Sectors
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine how 3D printing technology and new policies can address recent economic concerns in Germany.
Rapid Military Support: Essentium’s 3D Printers Deployed in Ukraine
Essentium announced a very unusual deployment of their additive manufacturing equipment ā in Ukraine.
Farewell to the Past: Stratasys to Discontinue Support for Select FDM Machines
Stratasys announced āend of serviceā for multiple notable FDM machines.
Inside Markforgedās Digital Warehouse
New Digital Source platform enables manufacturer-certified parts to be licensed and 3D printed on demand.
Speculation on the Industrial 3D Printers Deployed in Ukraine
The US has revealed it has provided Ukraine with some type of industrial 3D printers, but what does this mean?
Redwire 3D Bioprints a Human Knee Meniscus in Space
Redwire announced theyāve been able to 3D bioprint a human knee meniscus in space.
From Aerospace to Dental: 3D Printing’s Role in Six Manufacturing Fields
3D print technology is slowly moving into manufacturing, but what, exactly is driving it?
Caribou3D Shutting Down: A Look at the Changing 3D Printer Market
Caribou appears to be shutting down.
Hands On With The Kingroon KP3S Pro S1, Part 1
We recently got our hands on Kingroon’s latest 3D printer, the KP3S Pro S1, and we were eager to see what this new 3D printer had to offer.
Incus and ESA Collaborate for Lunar 3D Printing: Recycling Scrap Metal for Moon Base
Incus has completed a project that verified the possibility of 3D printing metal objects from scraps on the Moon.
The Changing Landscape of Desktop 3D Printers: New Features Complicate Buying Decisions
Buying a desktop FFF 3D printer is getting a lot more complex these days.
The Role of 3D Printing in Tackling Labor Shortages in the Defense Industry
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi foresee increased use of 3D printing in defense applications.
Balancing Open Source and Commercial Interests: Prusa Research’s Licensing Dilemma
I finally got around to reading a post by Prusa Research about open source licensing, and have some thoughts.
Hands On With The High Speed Anycubic Kobra 2 3D Printer, Part 1
We were able to test the new high speed desktop 3D printer from Anycubic, the Kobra 2.
Revving Up 3D Printing: Zortrax’s High-Speed Upgrade
Zortrax has stepped up to the plate with a high-speed 3D printing upgrade.
Enhancing Manufacturing Automation: AMFG Partners with RapidMade
AMFG recently announced a significant partnership with RapidMade.
How Four Global Giants are Changing the Game with 3D Printing Technologies
Charles R. Goulding and Mwansa Chabalan examine how four EPIC companies move toward sustainability.
After The Last Boeing 747 Aircraft Delivery, 3D Printing Will Keep Them in The Air
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi foresee much 3D printing for Boeing 747s in the future.
Offshore Drilling: How 3D Printing is Enhancing the Oil & Gas Industry
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at recent usage of 3D printing in offshore oil rigs.
Indian Railways Leverage 3D Printing for Luxury Train Coaches
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi review recent developments in usage of 3D printing by Indian railways.
How Hybrid CNC Metal 3D Printing Could Revolutionize Marine Operations
Marine use of 3D print technology should be booming, but it isnāt, at least not yet.
Enhance Quality Control and Inventory Management with Replique’s RSure
Replique doesnāt make 3D printers, but they do make software that helps use them in a much more sophisticated manner.
How Can 3D Printing Help Ukraine’s Railways?
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine how several 3D print technologies and companies could aid the efforts in Ukraine.
BP, ExxonMobil & Shell Investing in Biogas Production Powered by 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Matthew Selman look at usage of 3D printing by several major oil & gas companies.
Sculpteo Released Their 2022 Annual Survey Results
Sculpteo released their fascinating annual survey of 3D printing last week.
Rapidia’s Bump in the Road
Rapidia has had some challenges recently, but it seems they are overcoming them.
What’s In The PARTBOX?
A new company has developed a 3D print system entirely around the concept of digital inventory.
3DOS Could Be A Very Big Deal
A new venture called 3DOS looks to become the next big manufacturing network.
SPEE3D Announces “XSPEE3D”
SPEE3D announced a new mobile metal additive manufacturing platform, XSPEE3D.
The US Railway Labor Deal and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the increasing use of 3D printing in transportation industries.
Authentise Announces “Digital Design Warehouse”
Authentise announced a major new feature for their AM management platform: the Digital Design Warehouse.
What Is MatterHackers Doing With the US Navy?
MatterHackers announced a highly unusual arrangement with the US Navy.
SPEE3D Achieves 3D Print Naval Milestone
SPEE3D did something very interesting: they 3D printed a metal part on a navy ship.