TV Show Counting Cars Brings Automotive 3D Printing to the Big Screen
With all sorts of major manufacturers and auto-repair shops taking up additive manufacturing, even TV programs are getting into 3D printing. The History... read more »
Fraunhofer 3D Print Optics for Individualized Mass Production
As part of their "Go Beyond 4.0" project, Fraunhofer is looking to 3D print optics individually, while also allowing for mass production. The... read more »
How 3D Printing Solved a CNC Machining Problem
Superior Metal Products (SMP) was confronted with a common issue for many CNC machining activities: coolant and chip control. In this particular case,... read more »
University of Maine Creates World’s Largest 3D Printed Boat
Having acquired the world's largest polymer 3D printer, University of Maine is already putting it to record-breaking use. The University's Advanced Structures and... read more »
Sim Automation Develop 3D Printed Feeding Bowls For Automated Robotic Production Systems
Germany-based Sim Automation has developed a 3D printed feeding bowl for their automated robotic production system. The company prototyped the bowls using a... read more »
Dutch Student Develops 3D Printed Gripper for High Speed Assembly Machine
Graduate student Coen Bokslag developed an optimized gripping arm for a high speed assembly machine. As part of his courses at Fontys University of... read more »
Reusable Booth Concept Uses Over 6,000 3D Printed Parts
Post-processing specialist Additive Manufacturing Technologies (AMT) has developed a reusable 84 square metre booth that contains over 6,000 3D printed parts. AMT will... read more »
Advantages of 3D Printing Clear Materials
From headlight covers to beverage bottles to packaging, we see transparent 3D printed parts across a diverse plethora of industries. No other manufacturing... read more »
PLA Composite With Coffee Ground Waste Displays Improved Characteristics
Researchers at Washington State University have developed a composite mixture of PLA and coffee ground waste that is both tough and environmentally friendly. The... read more »
French Army 3D Print Spare Parts at Remote Bases
The French armed forces have been employing 3D printing to produce spare parts for far-off bases in regions such as Mali. Since procuring... read more »
UK Rail Companies 3D Print Train Seating Components
Much like its counterparts in the automotive and aviation industries, rail transport is seeing the benefits of 3D printing. Rail companies within the... read more »
Tailors Mark 3D Prints Customers’ Bodies for a Perfect Fit
Australian company Tailors Mark is using 3D printed, life size body replicas to get the right shape and fit of a tailored suit.... read more »
National Aerospace Solutions 3D Print Discontinued Part For Lube Oil System
For many factories and engineering facilities, procuring small components can be a massive headache. Arnold Airforce Base found themselves in such a situation,... read more »
Singapore HDB Uses a Concrete 3D Printer for Construction & Landscape Furniture
Singapore's Housing Development Board (HDB) has greenlit the use of concrete 3D printing in the development of architectural components and various items like... read more »
An Overview Of 3D Printed Gifts
3D Printing is perfect for creating unique and personalised gifts. Using 3D printing as a production technology, manufacturers are able to 'go-to-market' faster... read more »
3D Printed Bathroom Appliances Developed by GROHE
Bathroom appliances specialist GROHE has developed a new line of faucets and taps using sleek metal printed designs. The company's process results in... read more »
3 Ways The Furniture Industry Benefits from 3D Printing
From design to production, 3D printing is making waves across the furniture manufacturing industry. Manufacturers, designers and stores embrace 3D printing technologies to produce... read more »
Bentley 3D Printing Parts For 1929 Blowers Series
Bentley will be using 3D printing to recreate older models in what will be the first continuation of a pre-war race car. In... read more »
How Volvo Trucks is Using 3D Printing For Tools & Fixtures
Volvo Trucks has been using 3D printing for various parts of its production process, applying the technology to tools, jigs, fixtures and a... read more »
DIY Printable Filmmaking Tools Released By edelkrone
Germany-based portable filmmaking tools and solutions provider edelkrone has just released a batch of 3D printable products. This line of DIY 3D printable... read more »
