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3D Robotic Deposition Advances Conformal Cooling
A new conformal cooling technique has emerged, rooted in a multilayer robotic deposition technology that is capable of manufacturing near-net shape objects.
Read MoreAM Molds Improve Quality of Injection-Molded Plastic Parts
A case study illustrates how additively manufactured metal molds could improve the quality of molded pressure reduction valves, reducing scrap along with speeding cooling.
Read MoreInstalling a Metal 3D Printer, Part 5: Environmental Regulations
PADT’s fifth and final blog entry about its experience installing a Concept Laser Mlab Cusing R metal 3D printer focuses on environmental regulations and concerns.
Read MoreFoundry Says Robotic Sand Printing a “Game Changer” for Metal Casting
The Hazleton Casting Company augments its traditional foundry operations with additive manufacturing. A new sand 3D printing system is expanding options for the foundry’s customers in areas including legacy tooling, product development and design complexity.
Read MoreLattices in Footprint 3D Midsoles to Provide Custom Fit
The footwear company plans to offer shoes with custom 3D-printed midsoles using lattices for precise support and cushioning.
Read MoreMeeting the Machining Challenges of Additive Manufacturing
You can 3D print the part, but can you finish it? Here is how to overcome the challenge of part deflection in the machining of lightweight, complex AM parts.
Read MoreHow Forecast 3D Is Taking 3D Printing into Mass Production
Forecast 3D got its start building silicone molds from 3D-printed master patterns. Now, through the use of Multi Jet Fusion, the company sees a future in manufacturing large quantities of 3D-printed parts.
Read MoreRemoving Metal Supports from AM Parts
What is the best way to remove metal support structures from AM parts?
Read MoreVoodoo Mfg. Microfactory Takes Desktop 3D Printers into Volume Production
Armed with a fleet of MakerBot 3D printers and its own proprietary software, Voodoo Mfg. is producing parts by the thousands from its small Brooklyn facility.
Read MoreDigital Metal Leverages Powder Expertise into Binder-Jetting System, Now for Sale
Digital Metal, a Höganäs Group company, now offers its own additive manufacturing machine, the DM P2500 high-precision binder-jetting metal 3D printer.
Read MoreAutomated AM System Looks Toward Future of Industrial Production
A partnership between 3D printer manufacturer BigRep and Dutch research organization TNO is creating an automated additive manufacturing system.
Read MoreInstalling a Metal 3D Printer, Part 4: Prevention and Mitigation
PADT’s fourth blog entry in a five-part series about their experience installing a Concept Laser Mlab Cusing R metal 3D printer tackles safety risks with a focus on prevention.
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