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Two 12-Laser AM Machines at Collins Aerospace: Here Is How They Are Being Used
Cover Story

Two 12-Laser AM Machines at Collins Aerospace: Here Is How They Are Being Used

With this additive manufacturing capacity, one room of the Collins Iowa facility performs the work previously requiring a supply chain. Production yield will nearly double, and lead times will be more than 80% shorter.

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When Advocacy Leads to Adoption: How Pella Applies (and Manages) AM Capacity
Tooling

When Advocacy Leads to Adoption: How Pella Applies (and Manages) AM Capacity

The window and door maker offers a picture of successful, widespread 3D printing adoption across the different needs of a manufacturing organization. The outreach and education effort worked. Now, here is the next phase.

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IMTS 2024: A Personal Reflection Celebrating a Decade of Additive Innovation
IMTS

IMTS 2024: A Personal Reflection Celebrating a Decade of Additive Innovation

If looking for an unbiased review of IMTS 2024, this is not the place. For me, it was a magical experience; the show was a celebration of the past and a hopeful view of the future. 

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Capital Scarcity Fuels Additive Manufacturing Growth
IMTS

Capital Scarcity Fuels Additive Manufacturing Growth

By Mark Huber, Senior Analyst, at AMT — The Association For Manufacturing Technology, which owns and operates IMTS — The International Manufacturing Technology Show

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3D Printed Inconel Sleeve Protects Critical Valves from Thermal Shock
Production

3D Printed Inconel Sleeve Protects Critical Valves from Thermal Shock

Valve manufacturer Velan has developed a double-walled sleeve using lattices as thermal insulation to protect critical severe service valves from thermal shock and stress.

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BMW Group Vehicle to Adopt 3D Printed Center Console
Supply Chain

BMW Group Vehicle to Adopt 3D Printed Center Console

A vehicle coming to market in 2027 will include a center console carrier manufactured through polymer robot-based large-format additive manufacturing (LFAM).

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Airtech International Inc.
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