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Metal

Velo3D: Avoiding Support Structures Means Metal AM Can Be a Solution for Direct Part Replacement

Because of the extent of the redesign they might call for, support structures can be an impediment to AM adoption. Reducing the need for support structures increases the viability of 3D printing for current parts.

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Production

Protolabs Announces Carbon DLS Launch

Protolabs expands its industrial 3D printing capabilities for production-grade parts with Carbon Digital Light Synthesis technology.

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Basics

Are Emissions from 3D Printing Hazardous to Your Health?

And if so, what can you do about it? NIOSH researchers share the organization’s approach to eliminate, avoid and reduce operator contact with volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and ultrafine particles from fused filament fabrication (FFF) 3D printers.

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Production

Video: Additive Manufacturing Expands Design Possibilities for Automotive Lighting

Automotive lighting maker Varroc Lighting Systems describes the impact 3D printing instead of injection molding will have on car features such as headlights.

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Polymer

What Is Material Jetting 3D Printing?

Recent advances in materials processing capabilities have renewed interest in material jetting, the additive process that allows 3D objects to be built by placing different combinations of material drop-by-drop.

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Ultem, PEEK or PEKK? Choosing Between High-Temperature Plastics

How do you choose between these high-performance materials? A conversation with Arkema and Plural AM sheds light on 3D printing with these polymers. 

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Optimize Additive Manufacturing Designs for Cost AND Function

While manufacturers are now replacing parts and assemblies with 3D printed components to reduce cost, material and weight, there is still more opportunity to improve the functionality of the design. Robust design and modeling software are critical to realizing this potential.

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CAMX Additive Manufacturing Workshop Speaker: Ingersoll Machine Tools

The Additive Manufacturing Workshop for Composites at CAMX will take place on September 25 and will explore the evolution of 3D printing technology and fiber reinforcement. 

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Automotive

As 3D Printing for Production Becomes Practical, the Attention in Materials Shifts to Practical Concerns

Recent posts relate to ensuring sufficient materials supply for production, certifying processes for AM materials, and even whether the properties of polymer AM include the ability to hold a screw.

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Materials

CAMX Additive Manufacturing Workshop Speaker: CompForte LLC

The Additive Manufacturing Workshop for Composites at CAMX will take place on September 25 in Anaheim, California and will explore the evolution of 3D printing technology and fiber reinforcement. 

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