Pennsylvania-based manufacturer developing accessible metal 3D printing systems Xact Metal announced it is expanding access to affordable metal 3D printing for small and medium-sized businesses while promoting a more decentralized approach to additive manufacturing. The company reported a 30% increase in orders for 2025 compared with the same period in 2024 and announced the appointment […]
For years, PETG has been the material many FDM users reach for when PLA is no longer enough. It prints easily and behaves predictably, producing parts that look good on the print bed. The problem comes later, when those parts are put to work. Drop them, load them, or bolt them into a moving assembly, […]
Tekna, a Canadian supplier of plasma-atomized metal powders and plasma processing systems, has received a purchase order valued at CAD 1.5 million for titanium powder used in Laser Powder Bed Fusion additive manufacturing. The order was placed by an undisclosed Tier-1 supplier serving the U.S. defense sector, with deliveries scheduled throughout 2026, according to a […]
The Danish Technological Institute and Heatflow have developed and tested a 3D printed cooling component for data centers that is intended to significantly reduce energy consumption for server and GPU cooling. Created as part of the European AM2PC research project, the solution uses passive two-phase cooling to remove heat without pumps or fans, while enabling […]
6K Additive, a producer of metal powders for additive manufacturing, has been selected as the preferred metal powder supplier to AGF Defcom for the production of firearm suppressors using 3D printing. The companies announced the agreement at SHOT Show 2026 in Las Vegas, establishing a supply relationship focused on high-performance metal powders used in metal […]
Cobra Golf, a company that designs and manufactures golf clubs, has introduced the 3DP TOUR Putter Family, a lineup of putters developed using additive manufacturing and multi-material construction. According to the company, the new putters are designed to increase stability and forgiveness through controlled mass distribution and center-of-gravity placement. Retail availability is scheduled to begin […]
New data from market intelligence firm CONTEXT shows the global 3D printing hardware market is increasingly split between growth at the low and high ends and contraction in the middle. Total hardware revenues rose 5% Y/Y in Q3 2025, but that headline number masks a widening split. On one side, entry-level systems priced at $2,500 […]
Open-source medical device developer Glia has produced and used an external fixator for severe fractures that is designed and manufactured inside the territory, using locally available resources. Used to stabilize complex bone injuries, the device is normally imported, typically costs more than $500, and depends on established supply chains and reliable power. In Gaza, where […]
Researchers at the University of Strathclyde, a public research university in Glasgow, have developed a low-cost method to 3D print high-performance optical lenses for super-resolution microscopy, producing quality comparable to commercial glass for under £1 per lens. The breakthrough could make advanced imaging more accessible and enable fully customized optical systems for both research and […]
CurifyLabs, a company developing 3D printing technology for compounded medications, has launched its newest 3D compounding printer, the PharmaPrinter Aurum, designed to accelerate and modernize personalized medication production. Combining faster throughput, user-friendly operation, and integrated quality control, the Aurum aims to transform pharmacy workflows while maintaining precision and scalability for high-volume compounding. “CurifyLabs is transforming […]
U.S. defense weapon system Velo3D has joined the U.S. Army DEVCOM Ground Vehicle Systems Center (GVSC) under a Cooperative Research & Development Agreement (CRADA) to accelerate the development and qualification of 3D printed metal components. The collaboration focuses on providing alternatives to traditional manufacturing to help mitigate supply chain challenges affecting ground combat vehicles and […]
U.S. private research university Carnegie Mellon University has received up to $28.5 million from the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) to develop a 3D bioprinted, immune-compatible liver designed to temporarily support patients with acute liver failure, potentially reducing the need for full organ transplants and advancing regenerative medicine. “The goal is to create […]
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 […]
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