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Robot Is Production Solution for Laser Metal Deposition

The move from prototyping to production might involve a move from machine tool to robot, but development work between Formalloy and the robot suppliers means the process and programming do not have to change.

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Production

Webinar: Industrializing AM Through an End-to-End Process

Register now for our webinar on August 7 to learn how an integrated end-to-end additive manufacturing process is necessary for making the leap from low-volume prototyping to full industrial production with additive manufacturing.

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Production

How a Prototyping 3D Printer Became a Production 3D Printer

Boyce Technologies was already a leader in manufacturing communications devices, but 3D printing and a partnership with BigRep have helped it remain competitive—first through prototyping, and now in production.

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How Does Additive Manufacturing Complement Injection Molding?

The Additive Manufacturing Workshop for Plastics, held during Amerimold 2019, offered a platform for industry experts and mold builders to discuss how AM can complement injection molding and what it takes to transition from prototyping to high-volume production.

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Polymer

HP Opens Barcelona 3D Printing and Digital Manufacturing Center of Excellence

HP has opened the doors of its 3D Printing and Digital Manufacturing Center of Excellence in Barcelona, Spain, expected to accelerate transformation of industries with R&D, engineering, co-development and sustainable innovation.

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Desktop Metal Launches Workflow Management System

Desktop Metal’s Fab Flow is a customizable prototype ordering and workflow management system for internal additive fabrication shops.

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3D Printed Prototypes at Big Ass Fans: Iterate and Validate

3D printing is a common tool in product development, but for this fan manufacturer, it occupies two distinct steps in the process.

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MetalMaker Launches Rapid Prototyping Service for Metal Parts

The company integrates 3D printing with investment casting to deliver functional metal parts quickly.

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Startups

Freemelt Offers an Open-Source Toolbox for Material Development

Swedish startup Freemelt believes collaboration will be a way forward for metal additive manufacturing. Its Freemelt One electron beam melting system for R&D supports this open-source philosophy.

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The Technology House Steps into 3D Printing for Production

The Technology House was founded on stereolithography for prototyping, but each step forward has been a move toward production. The company is now 3D printing end-use parts, enabled by Carbon’s SpeedCell line and durable materials.

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