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3DPOD 237: 3D Printing in Golf with Ryan Roach, Director of Innovation at Cobra PUMA Golf

In this episode of the 3DPOD, we take a deep dive into 3D printing for golf. Cobra PUMA Golf has gone further than other firms, employing Multi Jet Fusion, binder…

ORNL Produces First 3D Printed Specimen Capsule for Nuclear Energy

Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), the largest R&D center sponsored by the US Department of Energy (DOE), has successfully tested a 3D printed specimen capsule for use in the lab’s…

Combinatory Manufacturing, Happening at Last?

In 2009, I introduced the concept of “combinatory manufacturing” while at Shapeways. This approach integrates 3D-printed components with conventionally manufactured ones to create end-use products. Unlike merely using 3D printing…

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3D Printing Predictions for 2025: Industrial Production

The prevalence of 3D printing in manufacturing and industrial component production is steadily increasing. Significant strides are being made in producing end-use parts and advancing into full-scale manufacturing. Industries are…

3D Printer Manufacturers, Please Race to the Bottom!

When discussing Chinese competition with Western firms, a frequently echoed refrain is, “We’re not going to race to the bottom” or “We can’t win a race to the bottom.” In…

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Shapeways Buys 3D Model Community Thangs

3D printing service pioneer Shapeways is showing significant initiative. Just weeks after emerging from bankruptcy, the company is acquiring Thangs, a platform for downloading and sharing designs, from Physna, Inc….

Department of Defense Spent Almost $1B Directly on 3D Printing in 2024, AMR Reports

Additive Manufacturing Research (AM Research) has released its latest market study, “Additive Manufacturing in Military and Defense 2024“, revealing substantial growth in the sector’s adoption of 3D printing technologies. This…

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Formnext Day Three: Rock & Zoll

The biggest news on day three was, of course, the reactions to the band at the exhibitor’s party. The soirée was well attended, with the crowd rocking on until early…

Evonik Releases New Carbon Black and Flame Retardant 3D Printing Powders

Evonik, a leader in powder bed fusion materials, is continuing its innovation streak with the release of new powders in time for Formnext. The German materials giant is introducing a…

APWORKS Expands Scalmalloy 3D Printing with Farsoon and CNPC Partnerships

In the lead up to Formnext 2024, Airbus subsidiary APWORKS has teamed up with Farsoon Technologies and CNPC Powder to expand the production and application of Scalmalloy, APWORKS’ high-strength, corrosion-resistant…

3D Printing Webinar and Event Roundup: November 3, 2024

Coming up this week, Stratasys continues its advanced training and North American tour, and will also hold a webinar. The EURONAVAL event is taking place, and so are JIMTOF, ICALEO,…

3D Printing News Briefs, October 26, 2024: Collision Repair, Navy Supply Chain, & More

In 3D Printing News Briefs, Farsoon and AM-Rauch have completed a successful beta phase for two of Farsoon’s ultra-temperature PBF printers. Auto Additive launched a global advisory council, and ASTM…

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AddUp’s MASSIF Metal 3D Printing Consortium Brings Heft to French Defense

French metal 3D printer manufacturer AddUp will be releasing a 3D printer with a substantial 750mm x 750mm x 1m build volume. The Metal Additive System, Sustainable, Industrial, Eco-Friendly (MASSIF)…

With New Form 4L 3D Printers, Formlabs Opens Up Material Ecosystem

Traditionally, in 3D printing, there have been both open and closed approaches to printers, software, and materials. Some companies prefer a closed and locked-down system, offering fewer options, more ties…

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Nikon Advanced Manufacturing Has a Plan: CEO Hamid Zarringhalam on the Company’s Outlook for Metal 3D Printing in The US

As 2024 nears its end and we barrel right into the middle of the decade, the additive manufacturing (AM) industry still finds itself lacking direction. If there’s one thing the…

Veeco Buys NXG XII 600 Metal 3D Printer for Semiconductor Applications

Veeco, a US-based semiconductor equipment supplier with $583 million in revenue, has acquired a 12-laser NXG XII 600 powder bed fusion 3D printer from Nikon SLM Solutions for semiconductor applications….

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5 Stages to True Scale: Make Your Own Fleet of Metal 3D Printers

The additive manufacturing (AM) industry is now approaching true scale, where manufacturing is happening at volume. Critical parts, including millions of implants and thousands of rocket propulsion units, are being…

Titanium 3D Printing Powders to Reach $1.4B by 2032

Additive Manufacturing Research (AM Research), the leading authority in additive manufacturing (AM) market data and analysis, has released its latest report titled “Titanium Powder for Additive Manufacturing in 2024.” This…

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Emerging AM Technologies Analysis: Where Are They Now, Part 3

In March 2023, AM Research published the “Emerging AM Technologies Analysis: 10 Companies to Watch” report highlighting 3D printing companies with the potential to disrupt the additive manufacturing (AM) industry….

A BLT Knuckle Sandwich: The Sheer Size of BLT’s Metal 3D Printing Operations

A LinkedIn post showing Xi’an Bright Laser Technologies’ (BLT’s) headquarters, has stirred up a lot of conversation. Some complained about state support, while others were impressed by the company’s facilities….

Colibrium Additive’s Series 3 Metal Binder Jet System Fully Commercial After Deliberate Roll-Out

Colibrium Additive, formerly known as GE Additive, has officially announced the full commercial availability of its Series 3 metal binder jet system. After a measured and meticulous development process, the…

Unlocking the Future of Investment Casting: 3D Systems’ Patrick Dunne on QuickCast Air

On the floor of this year’s International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS), the theme for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in additive manufacturing (AM) seemed to be indirect production. What if, by…

AM Expands Beyond 3D Printing at IMTS 2024

As discussed in our previous article on the Western hemisphere’s largest manufacturing trade show, the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS), the industrialization of 3D printing was on display. This was…

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Ursa Major & US Navy Make $25M Joint Investment in New 3D Printed Rocket Motor Prototype

Ursa Major, the Colorado-based company dedicated to building a North American rocket propulsion supply chain with advanced manufacturing, has become one of the first recipients of funding from the DoD’s…