Demand for polymer materials by mass far exceeds that of metal materials for 3D printing. ID Tech Ex's new report, “Polymer Additive Manufacturing 2023-2033: Technology and Market Outlook”, finds that polymer 3D printing is moving beyond prototyping to high-value adoption by end-users, which will propel its growth to 21.1 billion dollars in 2033.

The RUD Tecdos TM is now also available in a relatively small version that can handle injection moulds and the like up to a maximum weight of five tonnes.

A new software for Trumpf 3D printers manages almost without support structures, as the Ditzingen-based company will demonstrate at EMO Hannover 2023.

The AMA Association for Sensor and Measurement Technology (AMA) has published a new study on one of the key technologies in the German industry. In "Sensor Technologies 2022", AMA members of the AMA Science Council and some industry representatives provide insights into sensor technology trends.

At Formnext, Stratasys is showcasing additive manufacturing solutions for every stage of the product value chain at Formnext under the theme “Let’s Talk Manufacturing”. It includes an expanding portfolio of materials as well as a the P3 Automated Production Cell, a demonstration project to improve the efficiency of operating fleets of Origin One 3D printers.

A recent technological partnership between Parker and Peter Wolters, a brand of Precision Surfacing Solutions (PSS), has resulted in the development of a next-generation fineblanking press

Moulding Expo is this year’s most important trade fair for the European tool and mould making industry. The event offers an opportunity to come together to explore current trends and challenges. 400 exhibitors have registered, with more than a third coming from abroad.

Tool manufacturer Widia has added an AL Geometry to its ISO Turning portfolio, adding to its broad offering of tooling solutions for small to medium sized machine shops, machining aluminum and non-ferrous materials.

Sustainable technology specialist Anellotech is offering drum-quantity product samples of aromatics produced from recycled mixed waste plastics. The recycled benzene, toluene and xylenes (BTX) will be available to current and potential commercial partners.

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