Metrology, Inspection & 3D Scanning

#175 Plastometrex CTO Jimmy Campbell on making the mechanical testing of 3D printed parts more efficient

On this episode of the Additive Insight podcast, Plastometrex CTO Dr Jimmy Campbell joins us to discuss the company's PIP Testing technology.

By TCT Team

/ 4 Apr 2024

Renishaw adopts Plastometrex mechanical testing to increase confidence in metal 3D printed parts

The collaboration, which will see Renishaw using Plastometrex’s PLX-Benchtop system, is said to increase the precision and efficiency of mechanical property analysis and confidence in metal 3D printed parts.

By TCT Team

/ 27 Feb 2024

3D printed sample under machine - Renishaw/Plastometrex

University of Sheffield AMRC supports major restoration project with 3D scanning & 3D printing

The University of Sheffield AMRC, in partnership with PES Scanning, has supported a major restoration project at Wentworth Woodhouse that will help preserve its 18th century Germanicus statue for generations to come.

By Oliver Johnson

/ 14 Feb 2024

The University of Sheffield AMRC/PES Scanning

'We have to rethink what it takes to safely use an additively manufactured product' - Andreas Bastian

Speaking with additive manufacturing consultant Peter Rogers on the latest Additive Insight podcast episode, Bastian provided his assessment of 3D printed product development having worked with the technology at Lumafield and Autodesk.

By Sam Davies

/ 5 Jan 2024

#161 Inspection, software & how to build confidence in additively manufactured parts

On this episode of the Additive Insight podcast, Peter Rogers, formerly of Velo3D and Autodesk, links back up with Lumafield CEO Andreas Bastian as part of our Innovators on Innovators series.

By TCT Team

/ 4 Jan 2024

Jurassic Print: Inside The Natural History Museum's 3D visualisation lab

Laura Griffiths goes through the doors at the Natural History Museum to find out about the use of 3D printing and 3D scanning technologies in conservation, exhibition, and engagement.

By Laura Griffiths

/ 16 Oct 2023

Jurassic Print: Inside The Natural History Museum's 3D visualisation lab

Divergent Technologies announces acquisition of all software and IP from Sigma Additive Solutions

Divergent Technologies, parent company of Czinger Vehicles, has announced it has entered into an agreement with Sigma Additive Solutions to purchase all of its in-process quality assurance technology suite assets.

By Oliver Johnson

/ 13 Oct 2023

Professor Karen Holford joins Renishaw board

The UK-founded engineering firm welcomed Professor Holford to its Board of Directors in September.

By TCT Team

/ 3 Oct 2023

Sigma Additive Solutions agrees to sell off additive manufacturing quality assurance IP to unnamed buyer

Sigma Additive Solutions has signed non-binding letters of intent to sell off its quality assurance IP and acquire travel technology company NextTrip - the brand under which it is expected to operate under upon the transactions closing.

By Sam Davies

/ 7 Sep 2023

Phase3D to develop cold spray 3D printing quality inspection system for Air Force Research Lab

Phase3D has been awarded a two-year 1.25 million USD contract from the Air Force Research Lab (AFRL) to develop a quality inspection system for cold spray additive manufacturing.

By Sam Davies

/ 25 Jul 2023

Phase3D to develop cold spray 3D printing quality inspection system for Air Force Research Lab

3DP4ME, Intel & Accenture partner to deliver 3D printed hearing aids in Jordan

Non-profit organisation 3DP4ME is working with Intel and Accenture to bring 3D printed custom-fitted hearing aids to children in Jordan. Intel is also aiming to ensure seamless collaboration between hearing aids and PCs.

By Sam Davies

/ 23 May 2023

What is the biggest AM industry challenge that isn't talked about enough?

Additive manufacturing experts and business leaders shine a spotlight on the industry issues that are perhaps overlooked.

By TCT Team

/ 23 Feb 2023