Biochar could become a key lever for greener additive manufacturing: A new review shows how small amounts of carbon-rich biomass filler can partially replace petroleum-based polymers while enhancing mechanical, thermal, and even functional properties in 3D-printed parts.

With its Secure Line, Ultimaker brings industrial 3D printing to defense operations across land, sea and air. The new S6 Secure and S8 Secure offer rugged design, data protection and reliable field performance.

According to Speedpart, the printable plastic material Accura Xtreme Black helps meet current requirements in additive manufacturing.

With five divisions, multiple product debuts and a focus on practical manufacturing gains, Carfulan Group will use Mach 2026 to demonstrate how integrated technologies can streamline processes and support faster, more precise production.

6K Additive signed a global long term supply agreement under which Siemens Energy will supply spent nickel alloy powder from its additive manufacturing facilities for use as feedstock in the company’s proprietary Unimelt microwave plasma production system.

At Mecspe 2025 in Bologna, Arburg and its partner Guberti will present the new electric Allrounder 720 E Golden Electric and the Tiq 2 3D printer. Highlights include live demonstrations of efficient small-part production, 3D printing innovations, and expert advice on digitalisation and sustainability. Visitors can explore advanced solutions for cost efficiency and environmental transformation.

At JEC World, Krauss Maffei is showcasing how industrial additive manufacturing, reaction engineering, and injection moulding can be combined into integrated production solutions.

Seco targets demanding machining applications with a new generation of Jetstream Tooling M-Clamp toolholders. The system combines targeted high-pressure coolant delivery, double clamping security and additively manufactured clamp design to improve chip control, extend tool life and stabilise machining in difficult materials.

With HCL CAM Works 2025, HCL Software extends its CAM portfolio into the 3D Experience Solidworks environment. The new release connects CAM programming, data management and collaboration in the cloud, while enhanced machine-aware functions bring CNC simulation directly into the programming workflow.

With an exclusive agreement in place, Rapid Fusion is entering the Italian market alongside Aivox. The partnership is designed to position the company’s LFAM systems in sectors ranging from architecture and medtech to fashion and naval applications.