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Plastometrex to roll out PLX-AutoStage for automated PIP testing later this year

Plastometrex currently has multiple PLX-AutoStage modules running at its headquarters and has taken pre-orders from several customers.

By Sam Davies

/ 5 Aug 2026

Plastometrex to roll out PLX-AutoStage for automated PIP testing later this year

Snowbird Technologies' SAMM Tech platform supports RIMPAC 2026 drill from onshore and offshore locations

SAMM Tech integrates metal additive manufacturing, polymer additive manufacturing, CNC machining, and other digital engineering tools within a patented, ruggedised, and containerised platform.

By Sam Davies

/ 5 Aug 2026

Snowbird Technologies' SAMM Tech platform supports RIMPAC 2026 drill from onshore and offshore locations

ROBOZE 3D printing technology used by NESST Srl to develop CubeSat 3U structure

ROBOZE has supported NESST Srl with the definition of optimal 3D printing parameters during the testing phase.

By Sam Davies

/ 5 Aug 2026

ROBOZE 3D printing technology used by NESST Srl to develop CubeSat 3U structure

Backflip AI launches AI copilot for CAD

The AI copilot for CAD is powered by a new foundation model that can convert 3D scans, STLs, and other mesh files into fully editable, parametric CAD models.

By Sam Davies

/ 4 Aug 2026

3D Systems CEO Jeffrey Graves to step down; search for replacement commences

3D Systems has now initiated a comprehensive search process to identify its next President and CEO and has engaged an executive search firm to lead this process.

By Sam Davies

/ 4 Aug 2026

3D Systems CEO Jeffrey Graves to step down; search for replacement commences

Ricoh sells Ricoh 3D for Healthcare business

Ricoh's decision is said to reflect its 'continued efforts to sharpen its strategic focus on process automation, workplace experience, and business process services.'

By Sam Davies

/ 3 Aug 2026

Ricoh sells Ricoh 3D for Healthcare business

National Additive Manufacturing and Innovation Company granted Military Manufacturing License by Saudi military authority

This license authorises the National Additive Manufacturing and Innovation Company (NAMI) to engage in regulated military manufacturing activities in Saudi Arabia.

By TCT Team

/ 3 Aug 2026

National Additive Manufacturing and Innovation Company granted Military Manufacturing License by Saudi military authority

EOS joins consortium focused on advancing materials and technologies for hydrogen economy

EOS will contribute to the project with its expertise in metal material development and additive manufacturing to support the reliable and efficient use of hydrogen-powered systems.

By TCT Team

/ 30 Jul 2026

EOS joins consortium focused on advancing materials and technologies for hydrogen economy

Walter Reed Medical Center to treat patients with 3D printed titanium cranial implant after FDA clearance is secured

The patient-specific Titanium Cranial Plate is believed to be the first-ever FDA-cleared patient-specific implant granted to a point-of-care institution.

By Sam Davies

/ 30 Jul 2026

Walter Reed Medical Center to treat patients with 3D printed titanium cranial implant after FDA clearance is secured

US Navy deploys 12 Phillips Hybrid Manufacturing & 12 Markforged X7 systems to support sailor training

The equipment will be used to support Navy personnel participating in the Afloat Training Program and help develop the skilled advanced manufacturing workforce required to strengthen fleet readiness and sustainment capabilities.

By TCT Team

/ 30 Jul 2026

US Navy deploys 12 Phillips Hybrid Manufacturing & 12 Markforged X7 systems to support sailor training

Chromatic 3D Materials launches facility to support rocket propellant test-firing

Chromatic 3D Materials is establishing an integrated rocket propellant test-firing capability at Camp Ripley, a 53,000-acre National Guard training facility near Little Falls, Minn. The company entered

By TCT Team

/ 29 Jul 2026

Chromatic 3D Materials launches facility to support rocket propellant test-firing

Fortastra and Hadrian to evaluate use of additive manufacturing for satellite programs

Fortastra designs and operates manoeuvrable spacecraft for on-orbit security and is surveying opportunities to enhance its prototyping and development operations.

By Sam Davies

/ 29 Jul 2026

Fortastra and Hadrian to evaluate use of additive manufacturing for satellite programs