RAPID + TCT
TCT 3Sixty 2023: 23 reasons to attend the UK's biggest 3D printing event
With nearly 200 exhibitors confirmed for the show floor and 1,000 years of AM knowledge across four conference stages, TCT 3Sixty is the UK’s definitive and most influential additive manufacturing event Read more
Latest RAPID + TCT News
Registration open for RAPID + TCT 2024
RAPID + TCT 2024, the largest, most influential additive manufacturing (AM) event in North America, is returning to the West Coast for the first time in nine years. Read more
3 Apr 2024
Volkmann USA to unveil vHub 250 metal 3D printing powder storage solution at RAPID + TCT in June
Additive manufacturing equipment provider Volkmann USA plans to unveil its vHub 250 metal powder storage system at this year’s RAPID + TCT event. Read more
2 Apr 2024
RAPID + TCT 2024: Call for speakers now open for North America's largest 3D printing event
SME and the TCT Group is now welcoming abstracts that focus on case studies, research findings, and technical analysis for the 2024 RAPID + TCT Conference. Read more
1 Aug 2023
Exclusive: EOS to launch new Al5X1 aluminium alloy with high strength and high elongation at break this summer
EOS is set to launch its new EOS Al5X1 high-strength aluminium alloy this summer after showcasing parts printed with the material for the first time at this year’s RAPID + TCT. Read more
3 Jul 2023
Xtellar introduces bio-based EVA pellets for large-format 3D printing after RAPID + TCT debut
Xtellar, a company formed through the combination of Braskem’s 3D printing materials division and Taulman3D, has introduced what it claims is an ‘industry-first’ for large-format 3D printing. Launched at RAPID + TCT 2023, to a 'strong reception'. Read more
26 Jun 2023
Through the doors: Inside the AM strategy at GE Aerospace
TCT Group Content Manager Sam Davies reports back from a visit to GE Aerospace's Additive Technology Center (ATC) in Cincinnati, Ohio. Read more
Interview: Materialise CEO Brigitte de Vet-Veithen on leading the 3D printing pioneer's next chapter
Laura Griffiths speaks to Materialise's new CEO Brigitte de Vet-Veithen about meaningful collaboration, bridging the gap between additive manufacturing technology and markets, and more. Read more
Industry Insights + Latest AM and 3D Printing Industry insights
'The 3D printing market in China is theoretically huge, but it is still catching up to 'North America & Europe' - Ryan Liu
Chinese manufacturers still have some catching up to do when it comes to the application on additive manufacturing, according to Ryan Liu. Read more
Industry Insights + Latest AM and 3D Printing Industry insights
PolyUnity Tech strikes five-year partnership with paediatric healthcare company
Paediatric health organisation CHEO has entered into a five-year agreement with PolyUnity Tech to use the company’s Additive Manufacturing as a Service (AMaaS) solutions. Read more
Industry Insights + Latest AM and 3D Printing Industry insights
'AI will make 3D printing much simpler but you will still need a user with a lot of understanding' - Dan Barousse
3D modelling and 3D printing workflows are to become much simpler thanks to Artificial Intelligence (AI) according to Dan Barousse, the Slice Engineering CEO who joined the Additive Insight podcast this week. Read more
'We're removing the barriers of coupon testing & starting to support serial production' - Dr Jimmy Campbell
The Plastometrex Chief Technology Officer alluded to the benefits of quicker part testing and qualification processes on the latest Additive Insight podcast. Read more
Sponsored News
How industrial additive manufacturing allows aerospace organisations to innovate faster
A look at the important challenges in aerospace that additive manufacturing can solve, and applications successfully manufactured with industrial 3D printing technology. Read more
Protolabs launches instant manufacturability analysis for 3D printing
Protolabs has launched instant design for additive manufacturability (DfAM) analysis on 3D printed parts through its online quoting platform. The automated feedback enables product developers and engineers to optimise additive designs. Read more
Additive manufacturing's potential to reinvigorate the U.S. supply chain
John Wilczynski, Executive Director of America Makes on how advanced manufacturing is reinventing possibilities in supply chain. Read more
Digital transformation of operations and supply chains through the use of additive manufacturing
Dr. Siavash H. Khajavi and Prof. Jan Holmström explore the impact of additive manufacturing on supply chains in relation to digital inventories and spare parts and bridge manufacturing (also known as stopgap manufacturing). Read more
Can powder testing accelerate the development of new feedstocks for AM?
The University of Exeter's Professor Oana Ghita offers thoughts on how an optimised testing strategy can make a big difference when it comes to developing new additive manufacturing powders. Read more
What to expect from the 2021 AMUG Conference
AMUG’s AM Industry Advisor Todd Grimm details what we can expect from this year’s Additive Manufacturing User Group Conference in Orlando, Florida. Read more
Additive manufacturing and 3D printing safety
Joshua Evans, Applications Engineer and Head of Learning at BOFA International on maintaining a healthy and productive environment in additive manufacturing settings. Read more
Sponsored News
Overcoming Electronics Production Challenges with a One-stop Solution
Xometry on how it helps manufacturers in the electronics industry produce parts efficiently in today's volatile economic landscape. Read more
Sponsored News
How industrial additive manufacturing allows aerospace organisations to innovate faster
A look at the important challenges in aerospace that additive manufacturing can solve, and applications successfully manufactured with industrial 3D printing technology. Read more
Sponsored News
Overcoming Electronics Production Challenges with a One-stop Solution
Xometry on how it helps manufacturers in the electronics industry produce parts efficiently in today's volatile economic landscape. Read more
Sponsored News
Increase productivity with the Dual Setup Station for EOS metal systems
Grenzebach details the capabilities of its Dual Setup Station, which supports the post-processing steps of a metal additive manufacturing workflow. Read more
DyeMansion North America Inc.
DyeMansion is the global leader in industrial Additive Manufacturing finishing systems that turn 3D-printed raw parts into high-value products, from perfect fit eyewear to personalized car interiors. Read more