Sam Davies

Group Content Manager, began writing for TCT Magazine in 2016 and has since become one of additive manufacturing’s go-to journalists. From breaking news to in-depth analysis, Sam’s insight and expertise are highly sought after.

America Makes announces $1.3m project call for evaluation of corrosion testing needs in metal AM

America Makes and the National Center for Defense Manufacturing and Machining (NCDMM) have launched a new open project call that aims to demonstrate and validate a framework for evaluating corrosion

By Sam Davies

/ 9 Oct 2025

Bambu Lab to provide 'complete transparency' into security & privacy practices through launch of Trust Center

The Trust Center resource is said to be backed by independent certifications and detailed technical documentation.

By Sam Davies

/ 9 Oct 2025

Bambu Lab to provide 'complete transparency' into security & privacy practices through launch of Trust Center

US Navy MIB Program to accelerate integration of additive manufacturing into construction of nuclear-powered submarines

Through the programme, General Dynamics Electric Boat will source critical components from Lincoln Electric’s large-scale metal additive manufacturing capability.

By Sam Davies

/ 2 Oct 2025

ASTRO America to lead $1.66m inspection & qualification project for complex 3D printed parts

The ASTRO-led team will pursue in-situ, layer-by-layer inspection of lattice structures, enabling near-real-time flaw detection and deformation prediction during the build process.

By Sam Davies

/ 1 Oct 2025

3D Systems to divest Oqton & 3DXpert software platforms

As part of a strategic decision to focus development efforts on its proprietary 3D Sprint software solution, 3D Systems has agreed a deal to sell the products to Hubb Global Holdings.

By Sam Davies

/ 1 Oct 2025

3D Systems launches MJP 300W Plus 3D printing system for jewellery manufacturing

Described as the most advanced and versatile of the company's 3D wax printers, the MJP 300W Plus is said to be suitable for jewellers of all sizes, with 3D Systems confident it will provide greater efficiency and high-quality results.

By Sam Davies

/ 1 Oct 2025

Velo3D achieves AS9100D quality management certification for Rapid Production Solutiion

This certification, issued by Eagle Certification Group (ECG), affirms that Velo3D's RPS processes meet the extremely stringent standards set by the International Aerospace Quality Group for aviation, space, and defence supply chains.

By Sam Davies

/ 1 Oct 2025

Bambu Lab opens first retail store in Shenzhen

Customers can purchase any Bambu Lab 3D printer from the store, as well as the ‘full spectrum’ of filament colours and a selection of 3D printed products.

By Sam Davies

/ 1 Oct 2025

Roboze opens office in Abu Dhabi to support manufacture of critical parts in UAE

The new facility will help to localise Roboze additive manufacturing technology and enable the in-country production of strategic components for the UAE industry.

By Sam Davies

/ 30 Sep 2025

Presq & Bambu Lab partner to facilitate creator-led manufacturing of products

They believe the partnership will make it easier for creators and communities to design, print and iterate real, wearable products.

By Sam Davies

/ 29 Sep 2025

Firehawk Aerospace secures oversubscribed $60m investment round led by 1789 Capital

Firehawk Aerospace has secured an oversubscribed $60 million investment round that was led by 1789 Capital - a venture capital firm led by a partnership group that includes Donald Trump Jr.

By Sam Davies

/ 25 Sep 2025

OC GmbH leverages ceramic 3D printing to manufacture patient-specific earmould products

Partnering with German service provider CADdent and utilising Lithoz's Lithography-based Ceramic Manufacturing technology, the otoplastics earmoulds are said to be 'ultra-precise in fit, acoustically neutral and perfectly biocompatible.'

By Sam Davies

/ 25 Sep 2025

Lithoz/CADdent/OC Otoplastisches Centrum GmbH