3D printing news

Fortify is a startup based in Boston that creates composites for the additive manufacturing industry. Following some research on composite 3D printing at Northeastern University in Boston, the founders decided to create a company that would develop materials with optimized…

In Spain, the first 3D printed respirator has just been developed and approved by medical experts. In order to support hospitals and intensive care units in the face of the current health crisis, the consortium comprising Consorci de la Zona…

Every year, the American firm, Wohlers Associates, Inc. unveils its industry-leading report on additive manufacturing. The Wohlers Report 2020 is therefore its 25th edition and contains wide-ranging data on the latest developments and trends in the AM market. The 380-page…

This week we found the top 5 videos about 3D printing and the way additive manufacturing is changing production. The technology has infiltrated many sectors, from medical to automotive – check our selection of the week to keep up with the innovations! If you…

The open-source 3D printer manufacturer Prusa has shown its support by 3D printing hundreds of medical shields for medical staff. It joins the many players in the additive manufacturing industry who have launched various initiatives to combat COVID-19. The mask…

During the last few days, a wide range of initiatives have emerged across the world to face the current health crisis. It’s no secret that global stocks are running low for essential products such as masks or ventilators. Hospitals are…

A growing number of automotive companies are turning to 3D printing to create parts for their vehicles. Whether it’s for rapid prototyping, tooling applications or creating custom-made parts, the applications are wide-ranging. In fact, the consulting firm specialized in the…

*This device has not been certified. Before you begin 3D printing this medical device, you should check with industry professionals what material to use, what measures and precautions to take, etc. Medical validation is required before using this mask.  The…

Adopting 3D printing in an industrial setting, specifically for mass production, is growing considerably. Nevertheless, some companies are still hesitant to invest in 3D printing technologies, as they can be unsure about the steps to adopt it successfully in their…

Renishaw has collaborated with the Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) in Canada to produce two ocean turbine parts using additive manufacturing for industrial design firm Biome Renewables. Biome Renewables is a startup specialized in using biomimetic design processes to create…

In the face of the current health crisis, solidarity is essential to combat the COVID-19 outbreak. In northern Italy, after a call for help, a few companies mobilised to 3D print valves for respiratory intensive care equipment in a hospital.…

Last week, the Additive Manufacturing Users Group took the decision to postpone the AMUG Conference to 2021. A clear sign that concerns about the spread of the Coronavirus have not diminished. The AMUG Conference is an important event in the…