A new technology makes 3D metal printing possible for mass production. The new “Supersonic 3D Deposition” technology is able to print metal parts in a fraction of the time and can use aluminium and copper powder.

Swedish company VBN Components, known for its wear and heat resistant Vibenite alloys, has appointed Magnus Bergman as its new CEO.

6K Additive announced a strategic AM powder supply agreement and recycling partnership with Freeville, NY-based Incodema3D. The company sought to secure a domestic AM metals powder supply that met strict quality standards and a solution for recycling their used powder and parts.

At the Formnext 2022 international trade fair for additive manufacturing (AM) and allied processes, DMG Mori will feature its Lasertec 30 Dual SLM (selective laser melting) metal powder-bed machine linked to one of its DMP 35 vertical machining centres for post-processing the 3D-printed components.

With over 730 exhibitors and more than 50,000 m2 of gross floorspace booked by September, Formnext has already surpassed last year’s figures, paving the way for an exceptional 2022. The exhibition for additive manufacturing and modern industrial production also wants to set new standards in content.

Additive manufacturing is becoming increasingly important. Foundries can also benefit from 3D printing. But how does it work and where is it used?

What are the biggest trends affecting the additive manufacturing materials market? There are numerous influential factors changing the 3D printing materials industry, which ID Tech Ex forecasts to increase at a CAGR of 18.6 percent over the next decade to reach 29.5 billion dollars in 2032.

Following the promising return of the in-person event last year, Formnext wants to continue this development in 2022: More than 690 exhibitors with a booked gross exhibition space of over 50,000 m2 have registered, the organisers report.

3D printing company Stratasys has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the additive manufacturing materials business of Covestro.

Convinced that the global challenge of more sustainable production can only be solved by working together, Molding Solutions — a business within Barnes — is bundling its expertise with partners and will be represented with its mould and hot runner technology and controls at the booths of Arburg, Netstal, Yushin, Fanuc, and Krauss Maffei.