Prototyping & Product Development

Prodways Group targets sportswear shoe manufacturing with 3D printing solutions portfolio

Prodways has announced the commercial development of a portfolio addressing several areas of footwear manufacturing.

By TCT Team

/ 6 Jun 2017

FIT AG opens new German headquarters and additive manufacturing base

German additive manufacturing (AM) company, FIT AG has inaugurated a new headquarters and manufacturing facility in its home nation.

By TCT Team

/ 2 May 2017

FIT AG German HQ The FIT AG team outside the new Lupburg facility. - FIT AG

Fathom to expand on-site managed services after augmenting customer's 3D printing applications

Advanced manufacturer, FATHOM has expanded its on-site managed services by augmenting a customer’s in-house 3D printer and additive manufacturing equipment operations.

By TCT Team

/ 27 Mar 2017

Fathom Managed Services The company’s fresh comprehensive and customisable staffing approach will allow machine owners to make the most of their investments, utilising highly trained ...

Stratasys releases two advanced materials for prototyping and modelling delicate parts

Stratasys has released two advanced materials for 3D printing. FDM Nylon 12CF is a carbon-filled thermoplastic strong enough to replace metal components, while Agilus30 can withstand repeated flexing without tearing or deforming.

By TCT Team

/ 7 Mar 2017

Stratasys FDM Nylon 12CF The impressive mechanical properties of FDM Nylon 12CF allow engineers to explore the possible transition from traditional metal parts to 3D printed plastic c...

Proto Labs' founder Larry Lukis to retire from rapid manufacturing company

Founder of prototyping and low-volume production company Proto Labs, Larry Lukis has announced his retirement after 18 years with the business.

By TCT Team

/ 6 Mar 2017

Larry Lukis, founder of Proto Labs, set to retire.

Stratasys launches F123 3D printer series for professional prototyping

Stratasys has launched three new machines at SOLIDWORKS World in Los Angeles today aimed at professional users in the lab or office.

By Laura Griffiths

/ 6 Feb 2017

Star Prototype becomes Star Rapid as rebrand is finalised

Star Prototype, the 3D metal printing; plastic injection moulding; and CNC machining service, has announced its rebrand to Star Rapid. The rebrand was carried out to acknowledge other services the company offers, rather than just prototyping.

By TCT Team

/ 18 Jan 2017

Star Prototype rebrand Star Rapid The rebrand also coincides with an expansion of the company’s 60,000 square-feet of facilities and significant investment of $2.5 million. - Star Rapid

East Stroudsburg University offers 3D printing certificate to Art and Design students

A public university in Pennsylvania is offering a new certificate programme to its Art and Design students which focuses on 3D printing and product design. It will show students how to use the latest 3D equipment in graphic and object design.

By TCT Team

/ 19 Dec 2016

East Stroudsburg University Evelyn Barone demonstrates how a solid piece of plywood can be bent after laser cutting - Keith R. Stevenson/ Pocono Record

Let's be clear, this isn't just stereolithography

Andrew Mitchell of Malcom Nicholls Limited pens a guest blog for TCT detailing how the they have perfected clear prototyping.

By TCT Team

/ 25 Jan 2016

Konrad Schäfer toughens automotive prototyping with Stratasys' Rigur material

German automotive and aviation model maker standardises prototyping operation with Rigur 3D printing.

By TCT Team

/ 26 Nov 2015

ARRK expands Rapid CNC machining operations in the UK

ARRK launches new dedicated building for Rapid CNC machining in Gloucester.

By TCT Team

/ 26 Nov 2015

ARRK expands Rapid CNC machining operations in the UK

HeadKayse folding cycle helmet lands on Indiegogo

World's first folding, soft, multiple impact cycle helmet launches crowdfunding campaign with help of 3D printing.

By TCT Team

/ 25 Nov 2015

Headkayse Cycle Helmet Headkayse Cycle Helmet