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.

SLS 3D printing firm Sintratec shuts down

Selective Laser Sintering company Sintratec has ceased operations effective immediately due to bankruptcy proceedings.

By Sam Davies

/ 8 May 2024

BMF launches dual-resolution microArch D1025 3D printer at TCT Asia

Boston Micro Fabrication has launched a line of hybrid 3D printing solutions for micro-scale and ultra-high resolution applications, introducing the microArch D1025 at TCT Asia 2024.

By Sam Davies

/ 7 May 2024

Carbon validates Keystone KeyMask material for M-series 3D printers

KeyMask, developed by Keystone Industries, is said to be a flexible and firm 3D printed material, designed to simulate the look and feel of natural gum tissue.

By Sam Davies

/ 7 May 2024

Inkbit raises $19 million with Ingersoll Rand & Ford Motor Company directors joining board

Inkbit has closed a 19 million USD financing round, with Stratasys once again among the investors.

By Sam Davies

/ 7 May 2024

IFC Intelligent Feeding Components GmbH cuts cost by 70% with AM Solutions' S1 post-processing system

The German company has expertise in work piece feeding and assembly technologies, as well as 3D printing, and has moved to adopt an S1 system to enhance the surface finish of printed applications such as orthopaedic arm braces.

By Sam Davies

/ 3 May 2024

Endeavor 3D adopts Materialise CO-AM platform to supplement HP 3D printing capacity

The contract manufacturer says its integrated the CO-AM platform in response to rising demand for industrial additive manufacturing in highly regulated and demanding industries.

By Sam Davies

/ 3 May 2024

AddUp launches LevelUp service offering

AddUp has announced the launch of its LevelUp Service Department, providing a series of support offerings for skills, product development and business growth.

By Sam Davies

/ 2 May 2024

Desktop Health Flexcera resins validated for use on Asiga 3D printers

Now validated for a wide range of Asiga dental 3D printers, Flexcera resins can be printed on both desktop and production models — such as the Max UV, Max 2, Ultra, and Pro 4K.

By Sam Davies

/ 1 May 2024

Mantle launches 420 Stainless Steel for P-200 metal 3D printing system

The Mantle 420 Stainless Steel is said to be chemically equivalent to traditional 420 stainless steel, boasting high strength, hardness, corrosion resistance and polish ability.

By Sam Davies

/ 1 May 2024

Deep-ribbed medical device component mould insert printed with Mantle 420 Stainless Steel. This tool is ideal to fabricate with Mantle’s technology as the deep ribs would otherwise have re...

Phase3D awarded Phase 1 US AFRL contract to advance additive manufacturing quality inspection

Phase3D has been awarded a Phase 1 contract by the US Air Force Research Lab (AFRL) that will see it conduct further research into additive manufacturing quality inspection.

By Sam Davies

/ 1 May 2024

EOS reduces CO2e impact of Aluminium AlSi10Mg material; launches VIRTUCYCLE material take-back program

EOS has announced the addition of its EOS Aluminium AlSi10Mg to its 'Responsible Products' portfolio alongside the launch of VIRTUCYCLE – its global used polymer material take-back program to reduce material waste.

By Sam Davies

/ 30 Apr 2024

BMF launches biotechnology company to advance drug development through 3D BioChips

Boston Micro Fabrication (BMF) has set up a business headquartered in San Diego to develop and commercialise 3D BioChips through cultivating large-scale tissues in vitro to help accelerate new drug and cosmetic development.

By Sam Davies

/ 30 Apr 2024