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Sustainability Meets High Performance: Velo3D’s New Certified Metal Powder
Velo3D announced a new metal 3D print material, but there’s more to the story.
1000 Kelvin Announces Autodesk Fusion 360 AMAIZE Plugin
1000 Kelvin has integrated their powerful software into Autodesk Fusion 360.
AMPOWER Updates Comprehensive Technology Map Showing Diversification In Metal 3D Printing
AMPOWER has issued a new version of their famous metal 3D print technology vendor chart.
Meltio Unveils M600: Metal 3D Printing with Blue Laser Technology
Meltio released a new and interesting metal 3D printer, the M600.
Fluent Metal Unveils Scalable, Sustainable Liquid Metal 3D Printing Process
There’s a new metal 3D printing process coming from Fluent Metal.
Leap71 Lands Milestone Aerospace Deal to Elevate Computational Engineering
Leap71 has secured a major deal to provide their computational engineering services to the aerospace industry.
Breakthrough in Metal 3D Printing: NAMP Significantly Increases Part Strength
Researchers have developed a new metal 3D printing process that vastly increases the strength of 3D printed parts.
Authentise Announces Trio of Partnerships to Innovate Additive Manufacturing Workflows
Interesting news from Authentise today regarding three separate partnerships.
Siemens Energy Hits 3D Printing Milestone: 1000th Guide Vane for Steam Turbines Produced
A small milestone in additive manufacturing was achieved by Siemens Energy this week.
Meltio Partners with One Off Robotics to Launch New Metal 3D Printing Cell with Enhanced Capabilities
Meltio announced an interesting partnership to produce a new robotic metal 3D printing “cell”.
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.
From Concept to Metal in Hours: Foundry Lab’s Digital Casting
We spoke with Foundry Lab about their latest progress.
Additive Industries: Making Metal 3D Printing Efficient for Automotive and Aerospace
Additive Industries seems to be continuing with their never-ending quest for efficiency.
Cost-Advantage Metal 3D Printing: METALWORM’s Additive Manufacturing Systems
METALWORM produces a commercial metal WAAM 3D printer.
Researchers Unveil High-Speed 3D Printing with Liquid Metal
Researchers have developed a practical method for 3D printing liquid metal.
Freemelt’s e¯MELT-iM: Manufacturing with Modular Metal 3D Printing
Freemelt has ventured into production metal 3D printers.
Xerion’s Fusion Factory XS: Portable Metal 3D Printing for Military Use
Xerion’s Fusion Factory XS is one of the most interesting professional 3D printers we’ve yet seen.
MX3D’s M1 System: Large Metal Object Manufacturing with 3D Printing
MX3D is making considerable progress with their latest product, the M1 METAL AM SYSTEM.
Cost-Efficient and Complex Metal Parts Achievable When There’s No Support Structures
The importance of support structures, or rather the lack of them, was revealed in a visit with Velo3D.
U.S. Steel’s Acquisition by Nippon Promises Advances in Steel Production and 3D Printing Technology
Charles R. Goulding, Ryan Donley and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss Nippon Steel’s recent acquisition of U.S. Steel.
New Chemical Breakthrough Paves Way for Metal 3D Printing on the Moon
There’s been an interesting chemical development that may affect 3D printing in the far future.
Xact Metal: A Model of Prudent Growth in 3D Printing Amidst Industry Giants’ Struggles
As usual, my recent conversation with Xact Metal revealed some interesting insights into the metal 3D printing industry.
Sinterjet’s P45: Innovative Technology for Precious Metal 3D Printing
Sinterjet has developed a precious metal 3D printer.
Innovative NeuBeam Process Fuels Wayland Additive’s Growth in Metal 3D Printing
Wayland Additive has been busy expanding their operations.
Transforming Metal Scrap into Valuable Resources: 6K Additive’s Strategic AM Advantage
6K Additive is set for expansion.
NASA Innovates with 3D Printed Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine
NASA announced they’ve 3D printed a very different type of rocket engine.
Design of the Week: Hìtëkw, a 3D Printed Metal Tennis Racket
This week’s selection is Hìtëkw, a 3D Printed Metal Tennis Racket by All Design Lab and Protolabs.
How ULA’s Sale Could Change Aerospace Manufacturing
Preeti Sulibhavi and Charles Goulding look at the 3D print possibilities that may open up should United Launch Alliance (ULA) be sold.
Hammer Pro40: Incus’ Cleaner, Safer Metal 3D Printing Technology
We had a close look at Incus’ new metal 3D printer, the Hammer Pro40.
Renishaw’s Tempus: An Algorithm for Faster Metal 3D Printing
We learned about Renishaw’s new metal 3D printing technology, Tempus.
Minerva: Valcun’s Journey in Developing Aluminum Wire 3D Printing
We caught up with Valcun, the makers of an incredible 3D printer that uses aluminum wire.
Ricoh: Partnering for 3D Printed Anatomical Models and Metal Printing Solutions
There are two very different news items from Ricoh.
AMAREA’s MMJ Technology: 3D Printing with Multi-Material Capability
AMAREA Technology has developed a powerful new 3D printing process they call Multi Material Jetting, or “MMJ”.
Tesla to Seek New Sand 3D Printing Partners Following GM’s Takeover of TEI
News from the automotive industry could trigger some interesting moves in sand 3D printing.
Book of the Week: Additive Manufacturing Technologies
This week’s selection is “Additive Manufacturing Technologies” by Ian Gibson.
New Research Unlocks ‘Programming’ of Microstructures in Metal 3D Printing
There’s been a breakthrough in controlling the microstructures of metal 3D printed parts.
EOS’s Newest Metal 3D Printer: M 300-4 with Powerful Copper Printing Capabilities
EOS announced a new, large metal 3D printer, the EOS M 300-4.
This is What 3D Printing for Production Looks Like at BMW
A German auto plant 3D prints sand cores for light metal casting, integrating additive manufacturing into engine production line.
3D Printed Metal vs. CNC Milling: A Surprising Strength Analysis
A very surprising analysis of 3D printed metal versus CNC milling has been completed.
Seurat Technologies Completes Impressive Funding Round
Seurat Technologies announced a truly massive funding raise from a set of very intriguing investors.
Design of the Week: Reaction Jewelry Collection
This week’s selection is the Reaction Jewelry collection from Nervous System.
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.
Sirris Acquires First Minerva Printer, Marking ValCUN’s First Major Sale
There’s news from ValCUN, makers of a very unusual metal 3D printer.
Introducing the AL250: Aurora Labs’ Advanced Follow-up to the RMP-1
Aurora Labs unveiled a new metal 3D printer, the AL250.
ORNL Researchers Explore 3D Printing for Lunar Rover Wheels
Researchers at ORNL have been 3D printing prototype lunar wheels.
BLT Breaks Ground with the BLT-S800: A 20-Laser 3D Printer
Bright Laser Technologies has introduced a massive metal 3D printer that uses an astonishing 20 lasers.
Farsoon Unveils Two New Production 3D Printers: Metal and Polymer Options
Farsoon introduced two production 3D printers, one for metal, and one for polymers.
Exploring Sintratec’s Innovative CMF 3D Printing Process
Sintratec has revealed more about their unusual CMF 3D printing process.
Xact Metal Expands Global Reach with Launch in Japan
Xact Metal has launched in Japan.
Simplifying Powder Cleanup: Solukon’s SFM-PCU for Metal 3D Printing
Solukon announced an interesting powder collection unit.
The Ukraine Conflict’s Ripple Effect on Additive Manufacturing
There’s a shift in manufacturing happening due to world events, but are we seeing a corresponding change in additive manufacturing?
Rheinmetall Quickly Becomes a Defense Powerhouse
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how 3D printing has helped to propel Rheinmetall from a middle-sized defense contractor to a leading global defense contractor.
Streamlining Industrial 3D Printing with Meltio’s Robot Cell
Meltio announced an interesting product that should make it easier to use their DED 3D printing technology.
Exploring EasyMFG: A Chinese 3D Printer Manufacturer’s Product Line
I had a look at a 3D printer company I hadn’t previously encountered, EasyMFG.
LEAP71: Exploring Computational Engineering in the 3D Space
LEAP71 announced a deal with The Exploration Company, but what’s this all about?
Breaking News: Apple Explores 3D Printing for Next-Gen Watch Casings
Charles Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi consider the latest rumors of Apple apparently using metal 3D printing.
Introducing Meltio Space: The Slicing Software Powering Meltio’s Robotic Metal 3D Printing
Meltio has released a unique slicing system for its 3D printer.
MX3D Introduces Enormous Robotic 3D Metal Printing Machine
MX3D announced today a new large robotic system for 3D printing metal parts.
From Large to Ultra Large: SLM Solutions Acquires Adira AddCreative
SLM Solutions made an interesting move this past week, acquiring a very large system for their equipment catalog.
Protolabs Powers Up: Unveiling Massive Expansion to Fuel DMLS 3D Printing Growth
Protolabs announced a very significant expansion.
AMGTA Demonstrates Sustainability of Metal Binder Jetting
Research from Yale School of the Environment shows reduction in GHG over traditional metal casting methods.
DLR’s ‘3D-LoCoS’ Project: Innovating Low Cost Space Components through 3D Printing
The German Institute of Materials Research at DLR has been working on ways to 3D print space propulsion systems.
3D Printing for the Frontline: SPEE3D’s Breakthrough Military Demonstration
SPEE3D has demonstrated their AM capability in war — almost.
Aurora Labs Secures ISO 9001:2015 Certification
Aurora Labs has received a useful certification.
Streamlining Metal 3D Printing: Solukon and Reichenbacher Hamuel’s Innovative Collaboration
A new partnership has resulted in a significant optimization of powder-based 3D printing.
Real-Time Quality Control for Powder-Based 3D Printers: Meet Phase3D’s Fringe
Phase3D has developed a sophisticated real-time quality control system for powder-based 3D printers they call “Fringe”.
Researchers Uncover Remarkable Metal Crack-Sealing Ability
Researchers have discovered a way to provoke metals to automatically heal cracks.
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.
From Racing to Manufacturing: Velo3D’s Technology Continues to Improve
Velo3D is one of the leading providers of metal additive manufacturing equipment, and we caught up with them recently.
US Department of Defense Selects Meltio as Key Partner in 3D Printing
Meltio has been selected by the US Department of Defense as a strategic partner.
Enhanced Conductive 3D Printing: Researchers Develop 4D Metallic Gel for 3D Printing
Researchers have developed an unusual 3D printable gel that is not only metallic, but has 4D properties, too.
JEOL’s EBM Metal 3D Printing Process Arrives in North America
We have a quick update from JEOL on their metal 3D printing progress.
From Concorde to Hypersonic: How AM Helps Change Our Future
Velo3D published a video that exemplifies the ways 3D printing is changing the world.
New Metal 3D Printing Technique: Strengthening Parts with a Bimetallic Radial Approach
New research has developed an unusual and inexpensive way to dramatically strengthen metal 3D prints using a bimetallic radial approach.
Enhancing Customer Experience: Xact Metal’s Strategic Partnerships and Innovations
If you need an update on Xact Metal’s progress, we have one.
Exploring Digital Metal’s Acquisition by Markforged: A Surprising Twist
We had an interesting discussion with Markforged about their recent acquisition, Digital Metal.
SUN METALON’s Innovative Metal 3D Printing Process Attracts $2M Investment and Toyota Collaboration
SUN METALON announced new funding and a new partnership.
Streamlining Medical Implant Development: New Alliance Revolutionizes 3D Printing
A new alliance of providers could provide an easier way to develop and produce 3D printed medical implants.
Titanium Alloy Breakthrough: Making New Alloys with Additive Manufacturing
There’s a new titanium coming for additive manufacturing, and maybe much more.
3D Printing’s Impact on the Induction Ovens Market
Charles Goulding and Mwansa Chabala consider how 3D printing could be applied to the induction cooking market.
Shapeways Debuts New Facility in Livonia
Shapeways announced a strategic new facility in Livonia, Michigan, effectively doubling their US manufacturing presence.
From Smartphones to Space Travel: The Versatility of 3D Printed Copper
Charles Goulding and Mwansa Chabala look at the potential of copper in future additive manufacturing operations.
Foundry Labs Continues to Develop Digital Metal Casting
There’s been an impressive amount of progress at Foundry Labs since our last check-in.
Sintratec’s Game-Changing Modular Production and Metal SLS 3D Printing
Sintratec has two interesting news items: a modular production system and an ability to print metal 3D objects using SLS 3D printing.
Wayland Additive Secures Funding to Expand Electron Beam 3D Printing Production
Wayland Additive raises £4.6M to boost their electron beam 3D printing production.
A-Lab: Accelerating Material Discovery for the Future of 3D Printing
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is beginning to impact various aspects of society, and a new development in additive manufacturing—material design—is no exception.
GRX-810: A Game-Changing 3D Printable Alloy for Harsh Conditions
Researchers have developed a new metal alloy that is not only 3D printable, but also can withstand very extreme environments.
SonicLayer 1600: Fabrisonic’s Answer to Affordable Ultrasonic Additive Manufacturing
Fabrisonic has introduced a new hybrid 3D printer that combines ultrasonic 3D printing with CNC milling, called the SonicLayer 1600.
Innovating Healthcare: AddUp’s Bold Step into Medical 3D Printing Solutions
AddUp makes a strategic move into the healthcare sector.
Advancements in 3D Printed Rockets: Tianbing’s Success and Relativity Space’s Shift
Two key developments in additively manufactured rockets occurred this week, one positive, and the other seemingly negative.
SLM Solutions Partners with DTI to Enhance Metal 3D Printing Technology
The battle for metal 3D printing supremacy continues, with an interesting move from SLM Solutions this week.
New Metal 3D Printing Pen System: A Breakthrough in Manufacturing?
Researchers in Korea have developed a new metal 3D printing pen system for manufacturing.
How Eplus3D’s One-Click Positioning Solves Hybrid Metal 3D Printing Challenges
Eplus3D introduced a very interesting metal 3D printing feature they call “One-Click Positioning”.
Relativity Space Hits Milestone Despite Mission Failure of Terran 1 Rocket
Relativity Space achieved their milestone this week, sort of.