Digitalisation in mechanical engineering offers great opportunities, but also poses challenges for companies. How far has the digital transformation progressed so far? A new study by Item Industrietechnik provides answers.

Israel/UK — With the acquisition of UK-based RP Support (RPS) and its Neo product line for industrial stereolithography systems, Stratasys is adding a complementary technology to its polymer solutions portfolio.

With the Scancobot, GOM presents a mobile measuring station with collaborating robot, motorized rotation stage and powerful software. Combined with the compact and high-precision sensor Atos Q, the complete system is predestined for automated 3D measurements.

USA — Boston Micro Fabrication (BMF) specializes in micro-precision 3D printing. The company's Micro Arch system is based on a 3D printing technology called PμSL (Projection Micro Stereolithography).

Germany — For the 8th time in a row, Cadenas and partners call on students to submit their design ideas for a chance to win cash prizes.

Open Mind Technologies Benelux BV took over CNC-Consult & Automation BV was taken on 1 January 2021.

Germany — Novel hybrid process chains expand classic mould making to include the advantages of 3D printing. The Blöcher foundry is the first company from Europe to use a new 3D sand printing system.

Germany — The aspect of digitalisation has gained further momentum in the wake of the Corona pandemic. But what role do people play in an increasingly digitised production environment? in this article Metav puts the spotlight on the changing corporate culture in smart factories.

Germany — Using selective laser melting, a research project has designed an internal combustion engine that is 21 percent lighter. In addition, a new design achieved better cooling characteristics and a more efficient oil circulation system.

Slide retainers are needed to hold slides securely in the end position when the mould is open.