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.

Canada/China – Leading industrial technology provider to the plastics processing community, Husky Injection Molding Systems, has been awarded the Ringier 2017 Technology Innovation Award for its Hyper-Sync system.

Germany — For the seventh time, the international Formnext Start-up Challenge has recognized young enterprises from the world of additive manufacturing for their innovative business ideas and technical developments. In 2021, the winning innovations range from nano and glass 3D printing through to new medical solutions for spine patients.

CAD/CAM innovator Cambrio announced the new release of Gibbs CAM 2022. The latest developments see further emphasis on end-user productivity in all areas of the product.

Germany — BBG is transforming itself from a mould, machinery and plant manufacturer to an international system partner for polyurethane processing, including glass encapsulation, and the production of moulded composite components.

Porsche’s new Bodyform full bucket seat has a hidden innovation in addition to its looks: the novel center track of the cushion and backrest is additively manufactured and can be selected in three hardnesses. The individualized sports seat has recently become available.

“We are the system partner for your tools.” Under this motto, standard parts specialist Fibro focused on a bundle of services for process optimization in addition to numerous product innovations at this year's Blechexpo.

The Southeast Asian island state now wants to expand its profile beyond medical technology as a regional hub for the industry and attract international companies for production.

When manufacturing fuel tanks for the automotive industry, the multi-layer or co-extrusion process “Coex” is used. However, the process step was very cost-intensive and time-consuming.

Spain – Lantek now has a collaborative agreement with the Basque Center for Applied Mathematics (BCAM) to develop new models of applied mathematics and, algorithms that will enable metal forming industries to reach high levels of efficiency in their calculations.