Leading developer of microwave plasma technology for the production of advanced materials based in the U.S., 6K, has just announced the launch of AM powders derived from sustainable sources.

A toolmaker and injection moulder was tasked with developing a medical device; and then designing and machining a complex steel mould tool with around 30 components, to produce it.

UK-based Proto Labs has reported the release of an investment of £5 million for expansion plans.

Germany -based Hermle Maschinenbau, which is located at Ottobrunn near Munich, is a subsidiary of the Maschinenfabrik Berthold Hermle AG and it will be exhibiting at Formnext.

The Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology ILT is tackling the issue of 3D-printing large components economically by using a new process called Hybrid AM.

MMC Hitachi Tools has increased the efficiency of the milling processes at Harting. Both cost and time were saved by employing the right strategies at the company for the grinding of valves.

At EMO, GF Machining Solutions presented its new Agie Charmilles Cut P 550 Pro wire-cutting EDM solution with its new and easy-to-use interface. Visitors got a closer look at the machine, to be launched in mid-2020.

Suppliers to the oil, gas and power generation industries are no different to companies involved in any other supply chain — they need to constantly work smarter, quicker and more cost-effectively.

Having recognised the advanced possibilities offered by additive manufacturing, Paul Horn, now adopts this method to produce the company's tools, using the selective laser melting process.

The demands for miniature dental and medical components present a specific challenge for cutting tool manufacturers. Iscar has designed tools for this sector.