Sandvik and Additive Industries partner to enable direct powder loading for MetalFab systems

6 dias ago
Sandvik, a supplier of gas-atomized metal powders, and Additive Industries, developer of the MetalFab platform for laser powder bed fusion, have partnered to streamline powder handling workflows in metal 3D printing. The collaboration introduces a direct powder filling and transport solution using the Powder Load Tool (PLT), a 175-liter sealed hopper designed for integration with […]
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Nike develops 3D printed FlyWeb bra for Faith Kipyegon’s record attempt

6 dias ago
Nike, the U.S.-based athletic wear company, has developed a 3D printed sports bra using a new material called FlyWeb. The garment is set to debut on June 26 during middle-distance runner Faith Kipyegon’s attempt to break the 4-minute mile barrier in Paris. The product is Nike’s first application of additive manufacturing in performance apparel. FlyWeb […]
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South Korean researchers validate 3D printed titanium tank under space-like cryogenic pressure

6 dias ago
A consortium led by the Korea Institute of Industrial Technology (KITECH), a state-affiliated applied research center, has completed the world’s first cryogenic proof pressure test of a laser-wire 3D printed titanium pressure vessel for spaceflight. Working with Korea Aerospace Research Institute (KARI), KP Aero Industries, AM Solutions and Hanyang University, the team produced a 130 […]
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ArianeGroup to build large propulsion system parts with metal AM

6 dias 16 horas ago
Secure your spot now for exclusive AM insights at our Additive Manufacturing Advantage online conference covering aerospace, space, and defense! French aerospace firm ArianeGroup has partnered with metal 3D printer manufacturer Nikon SLM Solutions to bring large-format metal AM into its production of aerospace components.  In the initial phase of the partnership, the manufacturer will supply its […]
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Litehaus Secures €1.46 Million to Scale Affordable 3D Printed Homes

6 dias 16 horas ago
Portugal-based startup Litehaus has secured €1.46 million in pre-seed funding to scale its 3D printing-enabled homebuilding platform. The company aims to lower construction costs, reduce build times, and improve sustainability in the residential sector. The round included participation from Explorer Investments—one of Portugal’s largest investment funds—UK-based Cornerstone VC, venture capital partner Pascal Levy-Garboua, and the […]
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Kentucky’s First 3D Printed Concrete Home to Be Revealed in Live Event

1 semana ago
Somerset Community College (SCC), a Kentucky-based institution known for its applied engineering programs, will host a public demonstration of Floodbuster 1, the state’s first 3D printed concrete structure. The event will take place on Friday, June 27, at the KCTCS Additive Manufacturing Center in Somerset, with remarks beginning at 10:30 AM. Print operations will remain […]
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Oerlikon 3D prints 25,000 metal suppressors for defense sector

1 semana ago
Oerlikon Additive Manufacturing, a specialist in metal 3D printing and advanced materials, has. delivered its 25,000th 3D printed suppressor this month from its state-of-the-art, 125,000 square-foot facility in Huntersville, North Carolina, USA. Fabricated using Laser Beam Powder Bed Fusion ((PBF-LB) and Oerlikon MetcoAdd nickel powder, these single-piece suppressors highlight additive manufacturing’s role in defense hardware. […]
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