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8 Ways the Plastics Industry Is Using 3D Printing

Plastics processors are finding applications for 3D printing around the plant and across the supply chain. Here are 8 examples.

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Materials

BCN3D Spins Off VLM Business Unit, Creates Supernova 3D Company

The new company’s focus will be on materials development targeting industrial applications, as well as the industrialization of the product ecosystem, with the first beta systems to be installed in 2024.

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Aerospace

Aircraft Ducts 3D Printed in Composite Instead of Metal: The Cool Parts Show #68

Eaton’s new reinforced PEKK, tailored to aircraft applications, provides a cheaper and faster way to make ducts compared to formed aluminum.

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FFF

NIOSH Publishes 3D Printing Safety Guide for Nonindustrial Settings

NIOSH has published a 3D printing safety guide for small businesses and other additive manufacturing users such as makerspace users, schools, libraries and small businesses.

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Sporting Goods

Wilson Plans to Sell Customizable Airless, 3D Printed Basketball

This limited-edition Wilson Airless Gen1 basketball offering enhanced customization and color options will be available for purchase on Feb. 16.

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Consumer Goods

3D Systems Offers MJP 300W Printer, Wax Material for Advanced Jewelry Additive Manufacturing

The combination of the MJP 300W jewelry printer and VisiJet Wax Jewel Ruby enables jewelry designers to more efficiently achieve new designs with greater design freedom and improved surface finish.

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Aerospace

America Makes Names Winners of EARTH Project Totaling $1.2 Million

Recipients of America Makes’ EARTH project awards will explore sustainable approaches for reusing and recycling additive manufacturing materials and designs. Their initiatives are expected to make substantial contributions to reducing waste, conserving energy and mitigating carbon emissions

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FFF

Insight Masterbatches Reduce Gloss, Improve Appearance of PLA, PETG FDM Systems

Insight Polymers’ low gloss masterbatches for PLA and PETG FDM systems improve the appearance of a 3D printed part by imparting a matte finish and mitigating layer lines with minimal impact on mechanical properties.

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Composites

Lithoz Invests in AMAREA 3D Printing Technology Which Combines Up to Six Different Materials in a Single Print Run

The company is looking to actively support a new dimension of 3D printed, functionally graded components.

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Polymer

Stratasys Partners With NOCTI for First-Ever FDM Process Certification

The recognition from NOCTI marks a significant step toward strengthening education and building competent workforces in the field of additive manufacturing.

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