Polymer company Covestro and Tactotek jointly developed a demonstration device, the Nighthawk in-mould structural electronics demonstrator with integrated display.

The Ultra High Viscosity Technology developed by Xaar is providing manufacturers with an array of new and practical production possibilities, the company announced.

3D printing company Stratasys announced a collaboration with Adobe that gives artists and engineers using Adobe Substance 3D Painter a workflow that allows them to easily turn digital 3D renderings into 3D-printed models using Stratasys Polyjet 3D printing technology.

Simulation and digital twins developed by Siemens enable the start-up You Mawo in offering bespoke eyeglass frames in such a way that they are accessible, affordable, and sustainable for a broad market. The customisation process considers parameters such as design, a perfect fit for the person wearing the glasses and colour.

Germany — Zeiss and EOS collaborate in in-process monitoring for metal powder bed. The joint goal is to develop and market a powder bed monitoring system for 3D printing. A trained neuronal network is to automate analysis procedures and reduce costs.

Sweden — The supplier of hard, 3D printed metals VBN Components is on a growth trajectory. That is why the Swedish company recently moved in larger premises.

A research project conducted by the Laboratory for Machine Tools and Production Engineering (WZL) of RWTH Aachen University investigates the use of sensors and artificial intelligence for model-based control in 3D printing. The aim of the project is to improve the quality of 3D printed series production.

Spain – Ona has recently introduced Ona Iris, its latest die-sinking EDM range. The new range is capable of integrating digital tools and also offers a powerful graphics engine along with a 100 % digital, configurable, and programmable generator. It claims to be the first CNC in the market to provide its users with real execution of a die-sinking EDM job in 3D.

Blow moulds produced by Blomix are used worldwide. The Dutch company strives to meet highest quality demands while remaining flexible and economical. The recent investment in automated 5-axis machining centres from Hermle helps the company achieve these goals.

Italy/Germany — As announced last year, Trumpf is now taking over the joint venture with Sisma in Italy completely. Up to now, the Ditzingen-based company holds 55 percent of the shares.