3D metal printing expert Desktop Metal, and CAM software developer Solidcam expand their global partnership to four new countries in the Americas, Europe and Asia.

AI-based technologies such as Machine Learning and Deep Learning are transforming the way manufacturers are looking to solve their quality control problems for their respective parts or moulds. In fact, the Deep Learning technology is gaining attention from across the industry due to its numerous advantages. Read on to know more…

The companies Kubotek 3D and Cadenas have partnered to provide Key Creator mechanical and manufacturing design users access to a comprehensive selection of 3D and 2D component geometry from 3Dfindit.com, the technical search engine powered by Cadenas.

Direct energy deposition is also suitable for surface finishing — in contrast to powder bed processes. Listemann wants to start using this method and later manufacture entire components additively.

Israel — Airbus has awarded Stratasys a contract extension for the production of 3D-printed polymer parts. The parts, which are produced using the FDM process, will be used in the cabin interiors of several types of aircraft.

3D printing companies CRP Technology and CRP USA have signed an investment agreement with ITT, a diversified manufacturer of engineered critical components and customised technology solutions headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut.

Creating an accurate injection moulding prototype requires a great amount of skill and practice. And while it is generally held that injection moulding defects are a reflection of poor craftsmanship, even the most experienced CNC machine operators may face this issue at some point.

Cimatron, the CAD/CAM software supplier for the mould and die industry, has announced the release of its mould & die focused product Cimatron V16. After an intensive period of industrial beta testing, Cimatron V16 is now available for general distribution.

Third-party materials are now available for FDM 3D printers for the first time.

3D printing thrives on innovation, new materials, speed and simplification of the process. But is this the right strategy for the future when it comes to the successful use of AM technology?