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.

Velo3D appoints former Sigma Additive exec Darren Beckett as CTO

In his new role at Velo3D, Beckett has been charged with managing the development and implementation of all internal and external technology initiatives across the company.

By Sam Davies

/ 30 Jan 2025

DEEP DIVES | Inside the race to launch a direct 3D printed clear aligner solution

TCT Group Content Manager Sam Davies speaks to the dental device manufacturers leading the race when it comes to direct 3D printed clear aligners.

By Sam Davies

/ 30 Jan 2025

DEEP DIVES | Inside the race to launch a direct 3D printed clear aligner solution

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University installs first Lithoz CeraFab Multi 3D printing system in the USA

The machine will be operated at the university’s Daytona Beach Campus, supporting research in advanced aerospace and lunar exploration technologies.

By Sam Davies

/ 29 Jan 2025

Supernova awarded $2 million DOD contract to 3D print military-grade energetic materials

The 2 million USD contract will seek to deploy this technology to support the DOD's production of critical weapon system components.

By Sam Davies

/ 27 Jan 2025

Phase3D expands availability of Fringe Inspection offering to Japan via Taiyo Nippon Sanso Corporation

The collaboration between the two organisations will provide Japanese manufacturers and researchers access to Phase3D’s additive manufacturing quality control solutions.

By Sam Davies

/ 27 Jan 2025

Daimler teams up with 3D Systems & Oqton to develop remote spare parts solution

Spare parts will now be able to be manufactured locally for various underhood and cabin interior applications, such as pins, covers and inserts, resulting in increased flexibility and efficiency.

By Sam Davies

/ 24 Jan 2025

The solution is designed to 3D print parts on 3D Systems' SLS 380 machine. - 3D Systems

Cobra Golf set to launch another set of 3D printed golf irons later this year

Unlike the LIMIT3D irons – of which only 500 units were made available – the COBRA TOUR irons will be sold as part of the company’s regular retail line-up.

By Sam Davies

/ 22 Jan 2025

Fieldmade integrates Plastometrex's PLX-Benchtop non-destructive testing solution with NOMAD micro factory series

The companies believe the combination of their products represents a 'portable, end-to-end metal additive manufacturing solution with built-in mechanical testing capabilities.'

By Sam Davies

/ 21 Jan 2025

Fabulous qualifies its PA11 DETECT powder for use on Formlabs Fuse 1+ 3D printer

The biosourced material is FDA-approved and compliant with EU food contact standards (EU 10/2011 – 1935/2004), making it ideal for application in the food and pharmaceutical industries.

By Sam Davies

/ 21 Jan 2025

6K Additive & EOS named by America Makes among participants in sustainability and environmental benefits project for AM

EOS and 6K Additive will work to develop and demonstrate sustainable AM practices and products through design, material selection and development, material handling, and/or recycling.

By Sam Davies

/ 21 Jan 2025

Mott Corporation cuts machine turnaround & setup times in half with Renishaw RenAM 500S Flex metal 3D printer

Based out of Connecticut, Mott Corporation specialises in solving filtration and flow control engineering challenges in integrated components, point of use sub-assemblies, and integrated subsystems.

By Sam Davies

/ 20 Jan 2025

The Exploration Company deploys Solukon solutions for automated post-processing of 3D printed parts

The aerospace company is using 3D printing to support the production of flight systems and development of reusable space capsules.

By Sam Davies

/ 20 Jan 2025

Solukon CEO Andreas Hartmann and Hélène Huby, CEO of the Exploration Company, in front of the Solukon SFM-AT350-E. - Solukon