Articles Tagged with ''additive manufacturing''

Different additive manufacturing (AM) processes have different constraints that can determine how easily and consistently they can produce parts. Some constraints are universal across the different processes; some are more specific to the type of process used. At 3DPRINTUK, we specialize in powder bed fusion (PBF) processes with polymer materials.

MADISON, WI—For airliners, cargo ships, nuclear power plants and other critical technologies, strength and durability are essential. This is why many contain a remarkably strong and corrosion-resistant alloy called 17-4 precipitation hardening (PH) stainless steel. Now, for the first time, 17-4 PH steel can be consistently 3D-printed while retaining its favorable characteristics.

WILMINGTON, MA—Seurat Technologies, a supplier of metal parts made via additive manufacturing, has received orders for next year that amount to 25 tons. 

As engineers assess how additive manufacturing (AM) can replace or complement traditional manufacturing processes, there will need to be a quantum shift in how to approach the entire design-to-manufacturing process.

For years, harness manufacturers only used 3D printing for basic jigs and tooling, prototyping applications or the connectors needed to perform continuity testing of finished harnesses. 

The history of additive manufacturing (AM) dates back almost 35 years. It proved to be a disruptive technology across many industrial sectors, and it continues to evolve and disrupt to this day.

For various reasons, the market for portable medical devices continues to significantly grow. Researchers say the global market hit nearly $47.73 billion in 2021, and project it to increase to about $77 billion by 2028.

ANNGROVE, Ireland—Medical device manufacturer Stryker has opened an additive manufacturing facility here. The 156,000-square-foot factory could employ up to 600 people.

Based in Genoa, Italy, Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia (IIT) is one of the best research centers throughout all of Europe. Researchers there focus on several specialties, including robotics, computer vision and optical microscopy.

REDFORD, MI—At Ford’s Advanced Manufacturing Center here, Javier is tasked with operating the 3D printers completely on his own. He is always on time, very precise in his movements, and he works most of the day. He never takes a lunch break or a coffee break—he doesn’t even ask for a paycheck.