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Individual Power, Institutional Opportunity
The ‘creator economy’ is probably most easily recognized in the spheres of media, art, and fashion. New platforms with tools that seriously reduced marketing campaign expenses, amplified reach, and enabled…
energize.am Consortium Aims to Reinvent and Reshore Energy Supply Chains via 3D Printing
If the past half-decade has taught us anything, it’s that supply chain disruptions can shake the foundation of the global economy. The year 2020, in particular, witnessed the most dramatic…
Beyond DeepSeek: Reimagining AI Integration in China’s 3D Printing Industry
China’s recent breakthrough in AI development, demonstrated by DeepSeek‘s success, offers important insights into the future of the country’s industrial AI applications. Despite chip restrictions, DeepSeek achieved remarkable performance through…
AM Under Trump: Nearshoring
As global manufacturing priorities shift, Mexico has emerged as a central player in the North American supply chain. Nearshoring—the strategic relocation of production closer to end markets—has gained momentum, with…
Cutting-Edge or Cutting Corners? The In-situ Inspection Dilemma
For years, in-situ monitoring has been positioned as the answer to real-time quality control in additive manufacturing (AM). The promise? Immediate insights into the build process, fewer post-inspection costs, and…
3D Printing at Deutsche Bahn and Beyond
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is a railway company with over 30,000 kilometres of track, 5,000 stations and more than 400 high-speed trains in operation. In addition, there are significantly more freight…
Shaping the Future of 3D-Printed Medical Devices Through Quality Management and Reimbursement
Quality and regulatory compliance is crucial for 3D printing in healthcare as it ensures safety, efficacy, and reliability of the technology, ultimately benefiting the patient. Consistent, high-quality 3D-printed products foster…
GoEngineer Acquires CAD MicroSolutions, Expands Services in North America
GoEngineer has acquired CAD MicroSolutions, a Canadian provider of design software, engineering services, and 3D printing solutions. This move expands the reach of the Utah-based company, allowing it to serve…
Shaping Tomorrow’s Manufacturing, Today
The ADDMAN story is one of collaboration and purpose. Our employees work every day to simplify manufacturing processes and help companies bring their innovations to market faster. Founded in 2021,…
AI in Additive Manufacturing: Underestimated Potential or Misplaced Hype?
The union of artificial intelligence (AI) with additive manufacturing (AM) is sparking both excitement and skepticism. While many tout AI as a game-changer for precision and efficiencies in advanced manufacturing,…
The Role of Multiplatform Solutions in Advancing Industrial Large Format 3D Printing
The past tumultuous year in the additive manufacturing industry have led to highs and lows for several companies. The magic recipe that continues to appear to lead to continuous growth…
3DPOD 238: AM in the Nuclear Industry with Adam Travis, Westinghouse
Adam Travis, Global AM Program Leader at Westinghouse, is lifting the veil of secrecy surrounding 3D printing in the nuclear industry for us in this episode of the 3DPOD. He…
A Narrative of Transformation: Enablers to Scale AM in Healthcare.
I’ve always wanted to leverage innovation for impactful change in health systems, and my experiences spanning clinical medicine, public health, health economics, and the intricate world of health systems and…
Supernova’s Viscous 3D Printing Tech Gets $2M to Support DoD’s Energetic Materials Needs
Supernova Industries Corp., an Austin-based additive manufacturing (AM) company specializing in products and processes for energetic materials supply chains, has been subcontracted by the American Center for Manufacturing & Innovation…
Venture Capital in Additive Manufacturing
Can AM companies be true venture cases? (What) have we learned? In the context of VC, companies are evaluated based on their “venture case” potential. Take, for instance, a EUR…
An Open Letter to the Trump Administration: Secure America’s Leadership in Additive Manufacturing.
Dear President Trump and Members of the Administration, The United States is at a pivotal moment. Additive manufacturing (AM)—a transformative technology redefining the future of global manufacturing and national security—is…
3D Printing Webinar and Event Roundup: January 26, 2025
In this week’s roundup of 3D printing webinars and events, we’ve got a variety of offerings to tell you about, ranging from advanced AM training, robotic simulation for aerospace, and…
3D Printing News Briefs, January 25, 2025: ESG & Sustainability, Layoffs, Furniture, & More
We’re starting off with some event news in today’s 3D Printing News Briefs, as AMUG has announced the keynote speakers for its 2025 conference, and Dyndrite starts its World Tour…
3D Systems and Daimler Buses Team up for Spare Part Production
3D Systems and Daimler Truck and Buses have introduced a new way to produce spare parts using 3D printing. Their solution decentralizes production, allowing parts to be printed on-demand, closer…
Researchers Develop Shape Memory PLA Filament with Mussels and Wheat
Mohammadreza Lalegani Dezaki, Callum Branfoot, Jon Baxendale, and Mahdi Bodaghi from Nottingham Trent University and the UK’s National Composites Centre have conducted fascinating research on PLA. The team developed composites…
Boston’s Additive Edge: MIT’s MechE Forges the Future of Manufacturing
MIT‘s Department of Mechanical Engineering (MechE) is more than an academic hub, it’s a launchpad for the next generation of engineers and the industries that rely on them. MechE is…
SME – Advancing Manufacturing and Supporting the Industrial Ecosystem
For more than 90 years, SME has been a champion of North American manufacturing. As a nonprofit organization, SME represents the entire industrial ecosystem, elevating manufacturers, academia and their communities…
Dynamism Uses Bambu Lab to Democratize Industrial-Grade 3D Printing
The Future of Accessible Industrial 3D Printing The age of accessible industrial-grade 3D printing is here, bringing advanced manufacturing capabilities directly to the desktop. Two pioneers in additive manufacturing—Bambu Lab…
Charting the Unpredictable: AMS 2025 Empowers Attendees to Navigate the Wild World of 3D Printing
The 3D printing industry has morphed dramatically in just a month or two, with business closures, acquisitions, and leadership changes. At the same time, we’re awaiting some of the biggest…