XJet 3D, an additive manufacturing systems provider specializing in metal and ceramic production using direct material jetting, has announced a partnership with Complete AM, an additive manufacturing service bureau and technical consultancy based in Schaumburg, Illinois. As part of the agreement, Complete AM will deploy an XJet Carmel 1400M metal system and serve as a […]
Automotive YouTuber Mike Lake is documenting a long-term experiment in additive manufacturing: producing full-size exterior body panels for a Porsche 992 GT3 RS using consumer desktop 3D printers and mounting them onto a Porsche Boxster 986 donor vehicle. The project focuses exclusively on non-structural components, with the Boxster’s original chassis, suspension, drivetrain, and safety systems […]
Lincotek’s Medical Division has secured FDA 510(k) clearance for its SpineLinc anterior cervical implant system, a 3D printed device manufactured in Memphis and now available to orthopedic OEMs. “This new approval is great news for OEMs, as it reduces time to market,” observed Troy Walters, the Product Development Director of Lincotek’s Medical Division. “SpineLinc demonstrates […]
Luke Maximobell and his father have reclaimed the Guinness World Record for the fastest drone with their Peregreen V4, a fully 3D printed quadcopter that reached 657.59 kilometers per hour. The record-setting flight highlights advancements in drone design, aerodynamics, and the use of 3D printing in rapid prototyping and production. Guinness verified the drone’s official […]
A team at the Centre for Additive Manufacturing (CfAM), working with the UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA), will lead the project called Design of Interfaces for Additively Engineered Metamaterials (DIADEM), a research effort focused on developing components capable of withstanding the punishing conditions inside fusion devices. Funded through the EPSRC Adventurous Manufacturing initiative, and supported […]
Subaru of America, Inc., the U.S. subsidiary of Japanese automaker Subaru Corporation, has reduced tooling development time by more than 50% and cut fabrication costs by approximately 70% by adopting large-format 3D printing for accessory installation tooling. These changes were enabled through the use of a Stratasys F770 system combined with a higher-throughput T25 print […]
Arizona-based immersive creation platform Startup Central has launched START CONSOLE, an AI- and VR-powered collaborative design platform that can support the process from idea to 3D printed object. The launch comes as immersive technologies are gaining traction across additive manufacturing. Insights from the Pennsylvania State University (PSU), have demonstrated the value of virtual reality in […]
Midlands-based healthtech firm Rem3dy Health has taken its personalised nutrition business into mainstream retail, with its Nourished brand’s Formulaic range now being sold through market retailer Boots. Until now, the Birmingham-based company has operated through direct-to-consumer (DTC) distribution. That changes with the Boots launch, which begins online and will extend into selected physical stores over […]
Maxon, a software company specializing in professional 3D graphics, modeling, and rendering tools, has unveiled Digital Twin, a standalone application in development that enables brands and marketing teams to create and manage photorealistic digital versions of real-world products. Designed to preserve visual accuracy and brand consistency across platforms, the tool supports both traditional and AI-enabled […]
Steinbach AG, a contract manufacturer specializing in technical ceramic additive manufacturing, has acquired two additional CeraFab S65 systems, bringing its total number of Lithography-based Ceramic Manufacturing (LCM) printers to seven. The expansion increases the company’s capacity for series-quality prototyping and serial production of ceramic components. The additional systems extend the company’s LCM-based machine park, which […]
U.S. provider of composite shelter systems SelectTech Services Corporation has unveiled ForgeX, a fully expandable composite shelter created with American defense and aerospace firm AEVEX. The new system houses a climate-controlled additive manufacturing setup built for field environments where permanent facilities are scarce. ForgeX allows military units and remote industrial teams to fabricate mission-critical tools, […]
Replique, a Mannheim-based production platform for industrial components founded in 2023 as an independent company by former BASF employees, has expanded its global manufacturing partnership with Alstom, becoming a worldwide supplier for multiple projects and subsidiaries across Asia-Pacific, Europe, and South America. Announced on January 13, 2026, the expanded collaboration builds on initial component projects […]
FARO Technologies and Creaform, both businesses of AMETEK, have announced a consolidation of their operations that will form two new business units: FARO CREAFORM and FARO INSIGHT. The reorganization, announced on January 13, 2026, combines FARO’s 3D Measurement business segment with Creaform, while FARO’s reality capture segment becomes a separate unit focused on data-driven insight […]
Chinese space launch company LandSpace has filed for an IPO on Shanghai’s Star Market, seeking to raise ¥7.5 billion (approx. $1 billion), at a time when AM is moving from a development tool into a core production technology for orbital launch vehicles. As reported, the Shanghai Stock Exchange (SSE) accepted the Beijing-based company’s application for […]
The UT Southwestern Medical Center (UTSW) is working on a federally funded research effort aimed at producing functional liver tissue using 3D printing. Supported by the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H), the project is funded with up to $25 million over 5 years and is being conducted under a project known as Vascularized […]
Amaero, a manufacturer of high-value specialty alloy powders, has secured a US$3 million purchase order for refractory alloy materials from Australian cold spray additive manufacturing company Titomic Limited. Amaero expects to deliver powders through Q3 and Q4 FY2026, supporting Titomic’s program with a major defense prime contractor. As part of the initiative, Amaero will also […]
The United States Air Force’s Hill Aerospace Museum is using 3D scanning and printing to preserve aviation history, streamline restoration, and modernize exhibits. By fabricating rare or obsolete components in-house, the museum has reduced costs and ensured historically accurate aircraft displays. “Ensuring historical accuracy is at the forefront in restoration and exhibits,” said Brandon Hedges, […]
Phillips Corporation, a U.S.-based supplier of manufacturing technology and services, has been awarded a contract by the U.S. Army to deliver containerized hybrid manufacturing systems supporting expeditionary and sustainment operations. Announced by the company’s Federal Division, the award supports the Army’s Metal Working Machine Shop Set (MWMSS) Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) Modification program, which […]
Australian metal powders specialist Metal Powder Works Limited has formalized a Powder Partnership Agreement with Austal USA, a subsidiary of Australia’s largest shipbuilder, Austal Limited. The agreement strengthens an existing commercial relationship and establishes a framework for co-developing specialized metal powders for Austal USA’s additive manufacturing programs, including projects at the US Navy’s Additive Manufacturing […]
Tekna, a supplier of advanced materials and plasma systems for industrial applications, has received a CAD 2.0 million order for high-performance titanium powder used in Laser Powder Bed Fusion additive manufacturing. The order was placed by a Tier-1 supplier serving the U.S. aerospace and defense sector and applies to deliveries scheduled throughout 2026. The agreement […]
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