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.

Desktop Metal lays off 20% of staff in latest cost reduction plan

The cost reduction measures, which also include consolidation of facility footprint and product rationalisation, have been implemented in a bid to ‘accelerate the company's path to profitability.’

By Sam Davies

/ 24 Jan 2024

FIT AG to support adoption of Meltio's DED 3D printing technology in DACH region

German additive manufacturing integrator FIT AG has been appointed as Meltio’s service bureau in the DACH region.

By Sam Davies

/ 22 Jan 2024

3devo unveils three-tiered project partnership business model

Extrusion 3D printing company 3devo has announced its new ‘project partnership’ business model as sales of its Filament Maker 3D printer series are ceased.

By Sam Davies

/ 19 Jan 2024

'In the last 10 years, additive manufacturing customers have changed their buying behaviour.' – Victor Roman

Additive manufacturing may still be ten years away from reaching the ‘plateau of productivity’ (Gartner Hype Cycle, 1995) according to ARBURGadditive Managing Director Victor Roman.

By Sam Davies

/ 19 Jan 2024

SKZ Würzburg invests in Rösler AM Solutions' S1 shot blasting system

SKZ has invested in an S1 shot blasting system, reporting that its ‘uncomplicated blast media exchange’ allows the institute to create quick and direct comparisons between different media like glass, ceramic or poly beads.

By Sam Davies

/ 17 Jan 2024

Norsk Titanium delivers 3D printed aerospace parts to General Atomics Aeronautical Systems

GA-ASI, a developer of unmanned aircraft systems and a prime contractor to the US Department of Defense, will now put the aerospace-grade structural titanium components through testing and evaluation.

By Sam Davies

/ 16 Jan 2024

1Kelvin and Fieldmade partner to accelerate deployment of 3D printing in battlefields

Announced at the Military Additive Manufacturing (MilAM) Summit & Technology Showcase, the collaboration will aim to ‘enhance strategic readiness and operational capabilities within the military sector.’

By Sam Davies

/ 16 Jan 2024

Massivit 10000-G additive manufacturing system deployed to produce bathtub moulds

Lyons Industries has reduced bathtub mould turnaround times from 120 days to 30 days with Massivit's 10000-G additive manufacturing system.

By Sam Davies

/ 11 Jan 2024

Nikon SLM Solutions CEO Sam O'Leary to stay on until 2028

O’Leary has occupied the role of CEO since January 2021 having replaced predecessor Meddah Hadjar, and is credited with ‘achieving significant growth and forging strong relationships with key customers’ in that time.

By Sam Davies

/ 11 Jan 2024

Proclaim launches oral health device with 3D printed mouthpiece to fight off life-threatening bacteria

Proclaim has developed the Custom-Jet Oral Health System to eradicate P.Gingivalis, a dangerous bacteria linked to heart disease, Alzheimer’s, diabetes, and certain cancers, in a matter of seconds.

By Sam Davies

/ 10 Jan 2024

ASTRO America to develop $550,additive manufacturing facility in Guam

The Applied Science and Technology Research Organization (ASTRO) America has been awarded 550,USD by BlueForge Alliance to develop an additive manufacturing training centre in Guam.

By Sam Davies

/ 10 Jan 2024

ASTRO America research team with Gov. Lourdes Leon Guerrero. Image courtesy of ASTRO America. - ASTRO America

Protolabs rebrands Hubs as Protolabs Network

The rebrand comes nearly three years to the day that Protolabs' takeover was completed, with the parent company saying that the Protolabs Network will give users access to more than 250 suppliers globally.

By Sam Davies

/ 9 Jan 2024