Renishaw's Tempus technology, launched at Formnext 2023, enables up to 50 percent faster build times in metal AM systems without compromising part quality. Integrated into the new Renam 500 Ultra, it combines advanced process monitoring with productivity enhancements, offering efficient, quality metal component production.

Toyota has become the first to purchase Stratasys' new F3300 3D printer, enhancing their production support and prototyping efficiency.

UK — Following major acquisitions between 2010 and 2012, most market experts expected the 3D printing market to consolidate very soon. But this consolidation process never happened — will it happen now?

Berlin/Los Angeles-based startup 1000 Kelvin announced the full commercial availability of its AI-powered software, Amaize, at Formnext 2023. The company also unveiled its first integrations with commercial 3D printer manufacturers - including EOS — and customers, including a California-based rocket launch provider.

Yamazaki Mazak is hosting a special ‘Building Your Future’ Open House for customers who are ready to invest in new machining technology. The event will be hosted at the Mazak European Technology Centre in Worcester and will run from 5-8 December with a total of 18 machines on show, including all the UK-designed and manufactured models.

Strack Norma has added another innovation to its product portfolio: the Lüdenscheid-based company now offers controlled gas spring systems that have been specially adapted to today's requirements. The new controlled gas springs in round design are characterised by their versatility, reliability and adaptability.

Umati, the joint connectivity initiative of VDW and VDMA, was also be present at Blechexpo 2023. And it had some interesting news to report.

At Formnext, CRP Technology showcased its latest materials for manufacturing processes. The mock-up of Flying-CAM's Discovery UAS and Experia's new zero-emission Green Tourer motorcycle, both with parts 3D printed in Windform, were on display.

When scientists examined pellets from recycled plastic collected in 13 countries they found hundreds of toxic chemicals, including pesticides and pharmaceuticals. Because of this, the scientists judge recycled plastics unfit for most purposes and a hinder in the attempts to create a circular economy.

The companies Meraxis Services and Rehau Industries, along with three other partners, have received funding for their ‘CO2ptimat’ project from the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK). The aim of CO2ptimat is to develop a digital solution that allows plastics processing companies to determine and optimise the actual carbon footprint of their own production.