Aiming to be the Amazon of On-Demand Manufacturing
April 1, 2019
Vendors enter the field, adding new networks for ordering custom parts and prototypes.
Metal Short-Run 3D Printing on Rapid Growth Trajectory
April 1, 2019
This growth includes expansion into markets where printing on-demand parts and components is attractive, such as healthcare, aerospace and automotive.
3D Systems Enhances Production Workflow Solutions with Nokia, rms Company and GF Precicast
April 1, 2019
Through the integration of 3D Systems' Figure 4 or DMP platforms, these manufacturers are able to achieve design freedom, increase agility, scale production and improve overall total cost of operations, 3D...
Stratasys Releases New Configurable, Large-Scale Stereolithography 3D Printing System
April 1, 2019
Backed by strategic alliance with DSM, this stereolithography 3D printer combines a large-scale system with a configurable environment for fine-tuning across a broad range of resins.
UPS Partners with Matternet to Transport Medical Samples via Drone across Hospital System
March 27, 2019
First FAA sanctioned use of a drone for routine revenue flights involving the transport of a product under a contractual delivery agreement.
3D Hubs Announces $18 Million in Funding to Boost Autonomous Manufacturing Platform
March 27, 2019
New funding to help the company further automate its manufacturing outsourcing solution expand platform's global network and U.S. presence with new office in the states, 3D Hubs reports.
Autonomous Cargo Drone Does Heavy Lifting
March 27, 2019
Sabrewing has designed two hybrid-electric aircraft that can autonomously deliver hundreds of pounds of cargo to remote locations.
Wohlers Report 2019: Record Growth in Additive Manufacturing Materials
March 26, 2019
Revenue from metals grew an estimated 41.9%, continuing a five-year streak of more than 40% growth each year.
Meeting Design and Regulatory Challenges of Autonomous Air Taxis
March 25, 2019
Frankfurt Airport manager Fraport is working with Volcopter to potentially use electric, vertical take-off multicopter (eVTOLs) to carry passengers through an urban transport network.
Renishaw to Showcase Multi-Laser AM Innovations at AMUG 2019
March 21, 2019
Advanced automotive technology on display will include LED heat sinks, a low-cost, high-volume headlight component with no post-processing required.
CNC Software Updates Name of Wildest Parts Competition
March 15, 2019
Masters of CAM is an online platform for Mastercam users to submit stories about their experience and skills using CAD/CAM software to design and machine parts.
Taking a Look at Why Amazon Is Bringing Logistics In-House
March 14, 2019
Amazon's worldwide shipping costs were fifteen times higher in 2018 than in 2009, so you don't have to puzzle over the reason why they are looking at their own in-house transportation and...
Fictiv Secures $33M Series C to Scale Cloud-Based Contract Manufacturing Platform
March 11, 2019
Funding intended to help Fictiv build hardware products via platform investments and expansion of its global manufacturing network, company says.
Aurora Flight Sciences’ Aircraft Takes Flight with 3D Printing
March 6, 2019
Aurora teamed with Stratasys to develop a notably complex 3D printed jet-powered UAV.
3D Printing Increasingly Prescribed for Medical Apps
March 4, 2019
HP's Director of 3D Printing, Lee Dockstader outlines 3D printing opportunity in healthcare.
3DEO More Than Doubles Production Capacity in Q1 2019
March 1, 2019
During the year 3DEO printed over 30,000 paid parts for customers across various industries including medical, aerospace, defense, consumer and industrial equipment.
America Makes Announces Qualified Database of Material Properties for FDM Additive Manufacturing of Resin
February 8, 2019
Database released to the Institute and its members to enable use of ULTEM 9085 Resin for aerospace interiors.
KDT Leads $160 Million Investment in Desktop Metal
February 1, 2019
Combined funding rounds are now at $438 million, reportedly making Desktop Metal a highly funded private 3D printing outfit.
ELFA announces Top 10 Equipment Acquisition Trends for 2019
January 29, 2019
ELFA forecasts generally positive economy and solid capital investment with building headwinds and moderated growth by year end.
