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3D-Hybrid's Metal AM Tools Integrate into CNC Machines

3D-Hybrid’s wire-arc AM, laser metal deposition and cold spray tools reduce the cost of metal AM, increase speed and offer new capabilities such as multi-material parts.

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Mazak's VC-500 AM Hybrid Offers Five-Axis Motion

Rapid 2018: The hybrid multitasking machine combines laser metal deposition with five-axis machining. 

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Okuma Introduces MU-8000V Laser EX Multitasking CNC Machine

The hybrid multitasking machine tool combines traditional CNC machining with laser metal deposition capabilities. 

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Metal

Inert versus Open Atmosphere for Laser Metal Deposition

Optomec's Jim Cann explains why and when to choose one over the other.

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Automation

AM System Using TIG Welding and Robot Relies on Flexible Enclosure for Gas Protection

The WAAM system has demonstrated the ability to produce a titanium aircraft part, but titanium in particular requires protection against oxidation.

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Machining

Seen at EMO: Laser Metal Deposition Integrated in Moving Column Machining Center

Milling, turning and additive fabrication within a single platform that can accommodate large parts.

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Postprocessing

Video: Additive/Subtractive Machining Cycle

DMG Mori produced the part seen in this video to demonstrate the capabilities of its new hybrid machine, which is capable of both CNC machining and additive manufacturing through laser metal deposition.

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Mold Tooling

Blowing by the Competition with LMD

One shop’s evolution from conventional to additive manufacturing involves using laser metal deposition in blow mold manufacture.

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