Fortify, a Boston-based additive manufacturing start-up, has announced a seed round of $2.5m with funding coming from a host of venture capital organisations.
Osseus Fusion System's FDA-cleared 3D printed titanium spinal implants have been successfully implemented for the first time by Joseph Spine, a centre for spine and scoliosis surgery.
Metallurgy specialist, Aubert & Duval has entered into an agreement with PyroGenesis for the supply of titanium powders for additive manufacturing in Europe.
ASTM International is partnering with Innovate UK, BSI and the Manufacturing Technology Centre to create a set of technical standards for additive manufacturing.