With Iglidur i190PF, Igus is expanding its 3D printing materials portfolio with a PTFE-free filament for wear-resistant, lubrication-free components. The material is intended to bring properties familiar from injection-moulded plain bearings to additive manufacturing applications.

The new Mimaki 3D Print Prep Pro – 3DP3v2 – optimises 3D data for efficient 3D printing without the need for specialised knowledge. New features include lattice structures and data conversion extending to CT scans or topographical data for more varied applications in the medical, prototyping and architectural fields.

Industrial 3D printing is becoming a more strategic production tool for Neuenhauser Maschinenfabrik. With its approval as an official processor of Lehvoss Group’s Luvocom 3F focus materials, the company is expanding its capabilities for high-performance filament applications, from component development to series production.

For manufacturers looking to scale additive manufacturing beyond prototyping, Ultimaker is positioning the Factor 4 Plus as a production-ready option. The new industrial 3D printing platform combines higher print speeds with material flexibility and automated validation, aiming to support continuous, traceable production workflows in demanding manufacturing and aerospace applications.

Advanced manufacturers in the UK and Ireland are set to gain wider access to X Jet’s Nano Particle Jetting technology. Through its new collaboration with Eqops, X Jet is strengthening local sales and support for high-precision metal and ceramic 3D printing, from installation and process optimisation to compliance and long-term production performance.

Fakuma 2026 marks its 30th edition in Friedrichshafen with a broad showcase for plastics processing, from injection moulding and extrusion to recycling, materials and 3D printing. Alongside the exhibition, the anniversary event will focus on innovation, resilience and young talent, including the Fakuma Innovation Award, Career Friday and the first presentation of the Paul Eberhard Schall Medal.

A machine-learning strategy has generated a new class of ultra-high strength and ductility steel for 3D printing that costs less, resists rust, and requires only a fraction of the usual processing time.

With new polymer, filament and metal additive manufacturing developments, HP is broadening its 3D printing portfolio. At Rapid + TCT 2026, the company presented a compact Multi Jet Fusion system, productivity upgrades for the Jet Fusion 5600 series, expanded filament availability and new Metal Jet materials and powder handling options.

AM Solutions – 3D post processing technology is expanding its portfolio with the S1 Basic, a compact system for the automated cleaning and surface finishing of 3D-printed polymer components.

In October 2026, Fakuma will once again attract international visitors to the trade fair centre at Lake Constance. The exhibition will cover the entire chain of plasicts processing, from raw material handling to injection moulding and 3D printing.