At the JEC trade fair in Paris, Krauss Maffei will be presenting a diverse selection of exhibits on various composites technologies as well as the Printcore industrial pellet extruder live in action. The company is underlining its expertise in the development and implementation of complete production lines for plastic components.

As this year’s partner country, Spain is set to showcase its dynamic and rapidly growing additive manufacturing (AM) sector at Formnext 2025. With a strong presence of innovative exhibitors and leading industry players, Spain is not only a powerhouse in AM but also a vital bridge between Europe and South America.

Produced by the Plastics Industry Association, NPE 2024 will be held 6-10 May 2024 in Orlando, Florida. This event is one of the largest and most anticipated in the plastics industry, attracting attendees and exhibitors from around the world.

The first UK-built large format hybrid 3D printer is due to be unveiled later in February. Rapid Fusion, which has enjoyed significant success with its Apollo and Zeus additive manufacturing cells, will showcase ‘Medusa’ at a special open day on February 26th at its Skypark R&D centre in Exeter.

Bowman International has upgraded its inspection process with a new coordinate measuring machine (CMM) from LK Metrology. The advanced system improves measurement speed and accuracy, supporting Bowman’s commitment to innovation and quality across industries like automotive and aviation.

In spring, JEC World will open its doors to its new session. Well known worldwide as the leading trade exhibition for composite materials and their applications, this 60th session promises to be the only hub for business, inspiration and innovation in this sector.

The Italy-based company specializing in 3D printing services, CRP Technology, has expanded its suite of production and post-processing capabilities, offering clients a fully integrated process from additive production to final inspection.

A new partnership between Caracol and AES promises to transform Aerospace & Defense manufacturing, blending advanced robotic 3D printing with deep industry expertise to tackle complex projects like composite tooling and full-scale mockups.

Voxeljet has expanded its High Speed Sintering (HSS) network to include production partner FKM Sintertechnik. Both companies are working together closely to further optimise the process parameters of the VX1000 HSS, the largest ink-based polymer 3D printer on the market.

3D printing company Impossible Objects has announced that its flagship high-speed 3D printer, the CBAM 25, will now be available to its European customers following its global debut in June.