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Looks like summer just won’t go away! Toyota surprised attendees at the 2024 SEMA Show in Las Vegas with the unveiling of the 4Runner TRD Surf Concept. The concept vehicle integrates additive manufacturing and a design inspired by California surf…

Axtra3D is one of the up-and-coming companies on the AM landscape, having made a name for itself internationally with its Hi-Speed SLA systems. The proprietary Hybrid PhotoSynthesis polymerization (HPS) process and the flagship Lumia X1 solution are indicative of Axtra3D’s…

In solar energy production, a solar cavity receiver maximizes light captured from the sun, converting it into thermal energy. However, high-temperature solar receivers tend to distribute heat unevenly, causing thermal stress. This can lead to plastic deformation and a shorter…

In 2021, Bordeaux-based start-up Namma presented EVA, an industrial multiprocess machine that combines three processes to produce metal, polymer and composite parts. Three years later, it has strengthened its offering with two additional models, positioning itself in both hybrid manufacturing…

Founded in 2019, French start-up Lines Manufacturing intends to make its mark on the large-format additive manufacturing market with its Lines SONIC solution. The special feature of this FGF machine is the printing speed it can achieve, even on large…

Has 3D printing ever helped you save money? That’s the common theme for the first three videos in this week’s Top 5. First, we feature a video from 3Dnatives that shows you an example of how 3D printing can help…

This week, we’re taking you on a journey with a rather unusual trailer camper van designed in part by 3D printing. It’s compact and easily transportable, practical and functional, and made from over 7,000 recycled plastic bottles! We’ll also introduce…

Every year, Formnext chooses an official partner country with a dedicated pavilion where exhibitors can present themselves to the international AM community. This year, the honor has gone to Australia. More specifically, Formnext 2024 has partnered with the Victorian Government…

3D printing is increasingly being used in the medical industry for numerous applications. Among the main reasons are undoubtedly the flexibility, speed and customization possibilities offered by the technology. Prosthetics, orthotics, custom-made medicines-and much more. However, we are not just…

Additive manufacturing has profoundly changed the design, testing and production process for parts used in the aerospace sector. This industry benefits not only from reduced production times, but also from improved characteristics of the parts manufactured. In this context, SAB…

As research into new additive manufacturing materials continues to advance, so do the suppliers of these materials. Kexcelled has established itself as a key player in the high-quality materials sector with a wide range of products including both filaments and…

Known for its reddish-orange hue, copper is a popular metal due to its exceptional physical properties. These characteristics have made it a key material in a variety of industries, from electronics to the creation of end-use parts. With advances in…