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Metal

Optomec Introduces LENS 860 Hybrid Controlled Atmosphere (CA) Metal 3D Printer

The large-format metal 3D printer's hermetically sealed build chamber supports hybrid manufacturing with reactive materials.

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LFAM

Video: LSAM Speeds Production of Concrete Tooling

Thermwood’s dual-gantry Large Scale Additive Manufacturing (LSAM) 3D printer with CNC router printed and trimmed a large concrete tool with fewer setups.

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Production

GTarc Machines 3D Print Near-Net-Shape Metal Parts

The system uses a wire-welding process to create metal parts at production speeds.

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Construction

3D-Printed Tooling Offers Durability for Precast Concrete

As an alternative to wooden tooling, 3D-printed forms for precast concrete are proving to be more durable and better able to support a large-scale renovation project. 

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Composites

Thermwood Offers Large Scale Additive Manufacturing (LSAM) Line

Rapid 2018: The systems can 3D print and trim large, near-net-shape reinforced thermoplastic composite parts. 

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LFAM

BigRep, BASF Sign Strategic Partnership Agreement

The large-format 3D printing technology provider and the global chemical company will work together to develop materials and printers for industrial customers.

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LFAM

Europe Seeks to Develop the Jack-Of-All-Trades of Additive Manufacturing

Supported by the European Union's Horizon 2020 Research and Innovation Program, the Kraken project team aims to develop an AM machine that can process large functional components ranging to 20 meters in length, made of plastics, metal or both.

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Mold Tooling

Thermwood 3D Prints Large Boat Hull Pattern

Thermwood’s large-scale additive manufacturing (LSAM) technology enabled the fabrication of a 3,000-lb plug for a boat hull mold. The project illustrates how 3D printing could help reduce fabrication costs for marine composites. 

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Polymer

Video: 3D Printing at Local Motors

3D printing plays multiple roles at the company’s Knoxville microfactory, from prototyping to the production of parts for autonomous vehicles.

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Metal

Advantages of Wire Over Powder in Additive Manufacturing

Gefertec says its wire-fed additive manufacturing systems can overcome existing process limitations of powder-fed systems.

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