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Latest TCT Japan News
The latest 3D printing and additive manufacturing news and developments from Japan.
SPEE3D
SPEE3D brings metal cold spray 3D printing to Japan Ground Self-Defense Force
SPEE3D has announced that it has agreed a contract with the Japan Ministry of Defense to provide WarpSPEE3D and XSPEE3D printers for the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF), furthering its 3D printing capabilities in Japan. Read more
SOLIZE uses HP Multi Jet Fusion technology to produce Toyota's first 3D printed mass-produced certified part
Toyota Motor Corporation has leaned on HP’s Multi Jet Fusion 3D printing technology to additively manufacture an optional oil cooler duct for the LEXUS LC500 vehicle. Read more
BLT partners with ORIX Rentec to support metal 3D printing customers in Japan
Through this collaboration, the company says it aims to ‘facilitate the seamless adoption of AM devices for Japanese customers’ by strengthening sales and leasing of the Chinese metal 3D printing specialist’s machines in Japan. Read more
XtreeE
XtreeE deploys new construction 3D printing units in Switzerland, USA and Japan
XtreeE, a French company specialising in large-scale off-site 3D construction printing, has announced the deployment of three new connected 3D printing units, operated by partners in Switzerland, the United States and Japan. Read more
3D Systems
3D Systems and SWANY accelerate adoption of large-format pellet extrusion 3D printing in Japan
3D Systems and SWANY have announced a collaboration intended to promote the adoption of large-format pellet extrusion in Japan. SWANY is opening a new demo centre that will include a 3D Systems EXT 1070 Titan Pellet printer. Read more
Desktop Metal
Desktop Metal CEO Ric Fulop: "We'll remain an independent company. Desktop Metal is not for sale."
Desktop Metal CEO Ric Fulop gives his reaction as the proposed merger with Stratasys is terminated. Read more
28 Sep 2023
Industry Insights + Latest AM and 3D Printing Industry insights
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. Read more
21 Sep 2023
Industry Insights + Latest AM and 3D Printing Industry insights
LatticeRobot
'A Wikipedia for lattice structures' - LatticeRobot set to announce public beta launch
TCT Group Content Manager Sam Davies speaks to LatticeRobot CEO Matt Shomper about the new community platform designed for exploration and knowledge sharing. Read more
19 Sep 2023
20 Innovative Additive Manufacturing Machines at TCT Asia 2023
Dive into the cutting-edge world of additive manufacturing machines showcased at TCT Asia 2023. Discover the latest in multi-laser metal powder fusion, huge FDM, ceramics and more. Read more
14 Sep 2023
TCT Asia 2023: China's biggest 3D printing event in pictures
A closer look at the mammoth exhibits and machinery on display at China's leading show for the additive manufacturing industry. Read more
13 Sep 2023
Industry Insights + Latest AM and 3D Printing Industry insights
TCT Asia 2023: HBD launches HBD E1000 metal 3D printer for continuous production
At China's biggest AM event, the laser powder bed fusion specialist has lifted the veil on its latest machine, the HBD E1000, a "meticulously designed" AM system aimed primarily at the aerospace market. Read more
13 Sep 2023
Industry Insights + Latest AM and 3D Printing Industry insights
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Vapour Smoothing: An effective surface finish process in 3D printing
A look at the specificities, benefits and applications of vapour smoothing as a game-changing post-processing technique for 3D printed parts. Read more
Protolabs
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
20 Feb 2023
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
11 May 2021
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
27 Apr 2021
University of Exeter CALM
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
16 Apr 2021
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
16 Apr 2021
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
1 Apr 2021
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3DCeram
The inevitability of 3D printing automation in technical ceramics
3DCeram details the prerequisites a ceramic 3D printing process needs to become industrialised. Read more
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Grenzebach
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
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3DCeram
The inevitability of 3D printing automation in technical ceramics
3DCeram details the prerequisites a ceramic 3D printing process needs to become industrialised. Read more
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The 3D printing resin removal process: Why the industry must adapt and a new solution to enable scalability
PostProcess Technologies’ Director of Customer Success Andy Kottage discusses how automated post-printing is essential for enabling high-volume production in today’s additive workflows. Read more
RENA Technologies Austria GmbH
RENA Technologies Austria is an E2E process provider and technical partner for innovative functional metallic surfaces. Read more
