3D printing news

The first lightweight 3D printed bridge prototype has been designed for pedestrian use by Royal HaskoningDHV, CEAD and DSM. The three companies are working together to lead a revolution in bridge construction and design, showcasing how leading companies in the…

In the Netherlands, the Naturalis Biodiversity Centre has used 3D scanning and additive manufacturing to bring to life an animal that has been missing for millions of years: the triceratops. The project teams were able to reconstruct its entire skeleton…

As companies start to adopt 3D printing at a larger scale, the need to adopt a tool to manage the additive manufacturing workflow is becoming greater. Any industry needs software to manage operations if it aims to be efficient and…

It’s happening, TOYOTA Motorsport GmbH (TMG), a subsidiary of TOYOTA Motor Corporation recently announced it is partnering with one of the pioneers and giants of the 3D printing industry, 3D Systems. The two announced they have entered a partnership to…

ADMATEC, the company dedicated to producing ceramics and metal pieces through additive manufacturing, announced it has introduced vision-based monitoring to its 3D printers. This monitoring system will offer full traceability and documentation of the production process, specifically designed for demanding…

This week we found the top 5 videos about 3D printing and the way additive manufacturing is shaping our society. The technology has infiltrated many sectors, from medical to automotive! Check out our selection of the week to keep up with the innovations! This week we…

Additive Industries, based in the Netherlands is accelerating industrial additive manufacturing of metal parts by offering a modular, end-to-end laser powder bed fusion system, the MetalFAB1 system. This system is seamlessly integrated with the manufacturer’s information platform, the Additive World…

Great design ideas are more than abundant, however most of the time cost is a huge barrier to creativity and manufacturing. The company Gantri has decided to offer an alternative solution to the current industrial manufacturing model, which they argue…

In the medical sector, 3D printing has made some important advances in the last few months. Every step at this stage is important as it says a lot about the progress of the technology. Additive manufacturing enables personalisation of each…

The American bike manufacturer Specialized and the 3D printing company Carbon have announced a partnership to create a 3D printed bike seat : the S-Works Power saddle. This bike seat should not only provide comfort, but also maximise performance and…

A few days ago, the Oliver Cabell brand presented its first pair of 3D printed trainers made from recycled plastic bottles. Baptized Phoenix, these shoes were designed to address the growing problem of plastic waste. It is the upper part…

The company RAM Peripherals has understood the importance of focusing on new technologies, particularly 3D printing. They supply customers with 3D printers, but also 3D scanning services, training & workshops and support with anything they need. Operations Director, Lingan Ram…