Advanced Fusion Plastic Modelling is said to deliver superior form and filament compared to other additive techniques, such as SLS, FDM and FFF, and thus produce output which is more accurate.
Advanced wireless technology provider, Parrot used professional 3D printing and Windform materials to produce their first ‘leisure drone’. CRP Technology used their experience in using additive manufacturing techniques to support Parrot.
Sheet metal machinery supplier, Adira has developed machine tools to produce big-sized metal Additive Manufacturing components, using Tiled Laser Melting and Direct Laser Processing technologies. The tools are based on both PBF and DED technology.
Global technology group, Oerlikon have today announced the acquisition of German company, citim GmbH. citim, a leading player in additive manufacturing design and production of metal components, expands Oerlikon’s AM technology and service portfolio.
The two companies are working together to market Ricoh’s first AM system, the RICOH AM S5500P’s with Solvay's Sinterline Technyl PA6 GB high performance powders.
Scientists at the University of Birmingham have developed a 3D metal printer that can function in zero gravity, helping to advance the way space missions are carried out and reducing cost in the meantime.
A Dutch technological university have established themselves as one of the most successful teams in Formula Student with the help of 3D technology. TU Delft have 3D-printed their steering wheel and an integral bracket.
Race car manufacturer, CRP Group and golfing manufacturer, Krone Golf have combined additive manufacturing and subtractive manufacturing techniques to craft what they believe is the world’s most advanced golf driver.
Farsoon Technologies and Laser Sintering Service have announced a strategic partnership on the last day of the formnext 2016 exhibition. Farsoon also launched the 403P series plastic laser sintering system.
The German Design Awards have recognised Powder & Heat's 3D-printed sunglasses range, 'The Flamboyant', for their excellent design. An expert jury were impressed with the lightweight feel of the sunglasses and their vast UV protection.
Methods Machine Tools subsidiary, Methods 3D, have launched seven additive manufacturing laboratories strategically located across the US. The labs boast 18 printers with DMP, SLS and SLA capabilities.
