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The Fixture List - Why 3D printing jigs and fixtures "makes perfect sense"

Assistant Editor, Sam Davies runs the rule over new approaches to the additive manufacturing of jigs and fixtures.

By Sam Davies

/ 20 Jul 2018

HP jigs and fixtures Assembly fixture developed on HP's Multi Jet Fusion Platform.

Simulate to Stimulate

Simulation could be the catalyst for additive technologies to be truly adopted for series production, Daniel O'Connor looks at why.

By Daniel O'Connor

/ 19 Jul 2018

Predicting behaviour inside machine is critical to part success.

CECIMO worries further 3D printing IP regulation in Europe will stifle innovation

CECIMO, the European Association of the Machine Tool Industries, has said the European Parliament risks stifling 3D printing innovation by introducing premature regulatory measures to protect Intellectual Property.

By TCT Team

/ 19 Jul 2018

Kamp C selects 3D Printhuset's BOD2 construction printer after EU tender process

3D Printhuset’s BOD2 construction 3D printer has been selected by Kamp C, after the Belgian organisation concluded a comprehensive EU tender process.

By TCT Team

/ 19 Jul 2018

BOD2 render Render of the BOD2 version 444 system. - 3D Printhuset.

The MTC offers a flexible solution to 3D printing's post-processing problem

A consortium of partners across robotics, inspection, and engineering have developed a solution which aims to automate post-processing for additive manufacturing.

By Laura Griffiths

/ 19 Jul 2018

FlexiFinish cell combines multiple post processing methods, in-process measurement and robotic delivery.

BASF invests $25m into Materialise as pair focus on materials and software optimisation

BASF is to invest $25m into Materialise, expanding the companies’ cooperation in the optimisation of materials and software for 3D printing.

By TCT Team

/ 19 Jul 2018

Additive Industries to offer LPW Technology products with MetalFAB1 3D printing system

Additive Industries will begin to offer a number of LPW Technology products alongside its additive manufacturing hardware and software to help make industrial 3D printed end-use parts a reality.

By TCT Team

/ 18 Jul 2018

LPW Additive Industries Left, Dr Phil Carroll shakes hands with Jan-Cees Santema, right. - Additive Industries

Pratt & Whitney joins industry leaders to test 3D printing for rotating engine parts

Pratt & Whitney teams with industry leaders to develop and test additively manufactured turbomachinery components.

By TCT Team

/ 18 Jul 2018

GTF Engine shots Pratt and Whitney to develop additively manufactured turbomachinery components.

GE Additive announces further partnerships with Triumph Group and Honda Aircraft Engine R&D

GE Additive has made a further two announcements from Farnborough International Airshow, which sees partnerships with Triumph Group and Honda Aircraft Engine R&D Center begin.

By TCT Team

/ 18 Jul 2018

Triumph GE Additive signing From left to right: Gary Tenison, VP strategy and business development, Triumph Group, Jason Oliver, President & CEO, GE Additive, Dan Rowley, President ...

Oerlikon to co-develop processes and standards for 3D printed space components with RUAG Space

RUAG Space has outlined its intentions to qualify and accelerate the series production of 3D printed space components, after signing a Memorandum of Understanding with Oerlikon.

By TCT Team

/ 18 Jul 2018

Left: Additively manufactured metal bracket for space applications. Right: Conventionally machined metal bracket for space applications. - RUAG

Bowman Additive Production implements AMFG automation software

Bowman International is set to strengthen its additive manufacturing division by taking on AMFG’s AI-powered automation software to enhance end-part production.

By TCT Team

/ 18 Jul 2018

Bowman International bearings. Bowman International bearings. - Bowman International

Prodways acquires Solidscape business from Stratasys

Prodways Group has acquired Solidscape, a staple of the jewellery 3D printing segment, from Stratasys.

By TCT Team

/ 18 Jul 2018