Netherlands-based 3D printer manufacturer UltiMaker has launched the S6, a professional-grade 3D printer designed for engineering, manufacturing, and maintenance applications. Combining high-speed capabilities, user-friendly operation, and flexible functionality, the S6 delivers performance suited for sectors including defense, education, and manufacturing. Priced more competitively than prior models, the S6 delivers industrial-grade performance without demanding costly infrastructure […]
The Digital Manufacturing and Cybersecurity Institute (MxD) has released its Strategic Investment Plan (SIP) for 2025-2027, presenting a detailed roadmap to bolster the competitiveness, resilience, and cybersecurity of U.S. manufacturing. Shaped by insights from manufacturers, technology providers, academic institutions, and government partners, the plan lays out a targeted investment strategy in digital engineering, factory modernization, […]
The Digital Manufacturing and Cybersecurity Institute (MxD) has released its Strategic Investment Plan (SIP) for 2025-2027, presenting a detailed roadmap to bolster the competitiveness, resilience, and cybersecurity of U.S. manufacturing. Shaped by insights from manufacturers, technology providers, academic institutions, and government partners, the plan lays out a targeted investment strategy in digital engineering, factory modernization, […]
The Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture (KNUBA), has launched a two-year collaborative project to develop concrete mixtures using construction debris and other waste materials. These new concrete blends will be used in both traditional construction and advanced 3D printing technologies to accelerate the rebuilding of Ukraine’s damaged infrastructure. This initiative aims not only […]
The Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture (KNUBA), has launched a two-year collaborative project to develop concrete mixtures using construction debris and other waste materials. These new concrete blends will be used in both traditional construction and advanced 3D printing technologies to accelerate the rebuilding of Ukraine’s damaged infrastructure. This initiative aims not only […]
DAB Motors, a French custom motorcycle manufacturer, collaborated with Vita Veloce Team (VVT), a design and technology collective founded by Colombian singer J Balvin and designer Mattias Gollin, to create a unique electric motorcycle featuring 3D printed bodywork. Although the companies did not officially cite the influence, the vehicle closely mirrors the aesthetic of Kaneda’s […]
Engineers at the Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) in the U.S. are preparing for the assembly of the fusion research device National Spherical Torus Experiment-Upgrade (NSTX-U) expected to begin operations in 2026. To ensure precise alignment of components, they have created over 50 3D printed prototypes. Central to the NSTX-U is a magnet bundle that […]
Researchers at the University of Texas at Austin have developed a novel resin system for multicolor digital light processing (DLP) 3D printing that enables rapid fabrication of freestanding and non-assembly structures using dissolvable supports. The work, led by Zachariah A. Page and published in ACS Central Science, combines UV- and visible-light-responsive chemistries to produce materials […]
Molecular Rebar Design, a nanomaterials company based in Austin, Texas, has patented a new additive manufacturing (AM) composition that utilizes oxidized discrete carbon nanotubes (CNTs) with bonded dispersing agents to enhance 3D printing resins. The patent, published under US20210237509A1, outlines methods to improve resin properties for applications such as vat photopolymerization, sintering, and thermoplastic fusion. […]
3D printer manufacturer Bambu Lab has issued a new update after an early fix was withdrawn. Termed a critical calibration bug, the company has acted swiftly to deliver new code to its many users. The Shenzhen-based company has now released firmware version V01.01.02.07 for its H2D 3D printer through its Public Beta Program. Rolled out on […]
Harris Tweed, a Scottish textile brand, is working with the National Manufacturing Institute Scotland (NMIS) to integrate 3D printing technology into its traditional loom systems. The integration seeks to improve part accessibility and support the long-term sustainability of its weaving operations in the Outer Hebrides. Kelly McDonald, operations manager at The Harris Tweed Authority, noted […]
CADENAS GmbH, a software company based in Augsburg, Germany, has joined the KEYENCE Group. The acquisition is intended to advance the development of 3Dfindit, CADENAS’ engineering platform, and enhance its digital catalog capabilities for global users. Founded in 1992, CADENAS operates a platform that connects around 10 million engineers and designers with suppliers of 3D […]
Florida-based Slice Engineering has reached an agreement with Creality over a patent non-infringement lawsuit filed by the Shenzhen-based 3D printer manufacturer. The original declaratory judgment lawsuit was filed last year in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Florida, Gainesville Division. Creality claimed that Slice Engineering wrongly accused it of infringing two […]
As part of Green Design Days 2025 and coinciding with the 19th International Architecture Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia, Italian architecture and design firm Mario Cucinella Architects (MCA) unveiled A Flower in San Servolo, a 3D printed amphitheater on Venice’s San Servolo Island. Developed with San Servolo srl, the publicly managed organization overseeing the […]
Lyten, a San Jose-based materials company, has announced the launch of Lyten Motorsports, a new venture focused on supplying the racing industry with parts made from its proprietary 3D Graphene supermaterials. The initiative aims to deliver lighter, stronger, and more sustainable components to motorsports applications, and is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, in collaboration with long-time […]
In April 2025, electronics 3D printing firm Nano Dimension completed its long-anticipated acquisition of industrial 3D printer manufacturer Desktop Metal (DM), nine months after announcing the $179.3 million deal. Shortly thereafter, Nano Dimension closed its $116 million takeover of Markforged, a Massachusetts-based FDM and binder jetting 3D printer OEM, first disclosed last September. The deals […]
In this edition of SLICED, the 3D Printing Industry news digest, we compile the latest developments across the additive manufacturing (AM) sector, including equipment-sharing partnerships, market expansions in Europe and Mexico, and new standards working groups. Today’s edition features reseller appointments, research consortium launches, large-format platform integrations, dental appliance automation, and calls for conference speakers. […]
Chinese 3D printing solutions provider HeyGears is marking its tenth year in the 3D printing industry with a new addition to its UltraCraft Reflex series. Named the UltraCraft Reflex RS Turbo, the printer builds on the foundation of the original Reflex RS, introducing a series of thoughtful upgrades aimed at everyday reliability, print quality, and […]
In additive manufacturing, talk of “platforms,” “ecosystems,” and “open innovation” is easy to find. But when it comes to actual interoperability, materials freedom, software modularity, and hardware-agnostic toolchains, progress is unevenly distributed at best and marginal in many cases. Inspired by a recent conversation with notable industry insiders, I hope this article prompts a broader […]
Rapid Fusion, a UK provider in robotic additive manufacturing (AM) systems, has announced a manufacturing agreement with Applied Automation, a supplier of automation and control solutions, to bring its large-format hybrid 3D printer, Medusa, to market by early 2026. The partnership builds on a successful two-year collaboration between the two companies and will see their […]
