The Bolt Pro is the latest FFF 3D printer from Netherlands-based machine manufacturer Leapfrog. Fitted with independent dual extruders and an interchangeable print bed, the Bolt Pro is designed for us…
GE Additive ramps up simulation capabilities with GeonX acquistion
Adding to a string of 3D printing deals made in recent years, GE Additive has acquired simulation software developer GeonX. Full details of the partnership will not be disclosed, though it does mean t…
Inside the four-laser RenAM 500Q metal additive manufacturing system
Amidst the flurry of releases at this year’s formnext expo, British engineering company Renishaw took a decidedly more understated approach. The latest RenAM 500Q system was soft launched in a r…
3D printing helps complex heart surgery at University Hospital Mainz
Dr. Bernhard Dorweiler is Head of the Department of Vascular Surgery at University Hospital Mainz in Germany. In a number of cases at the University, Dr. Dorweiler and his team have been using 3D prin…
DyeMansion, 3YOURMIND, AM Ventures and TÜV SÜD throw the best afterparty at Formnext 2017
Every year at formnext a firm highlight is the after parties held by companies at their booths on the exhibition floor. This year, we were invited to help present the official afterparty hosted by 3D …
A look at metal 3D printing and more inside formnext 2017
The scale of formnext this year truly is astounding. Now halfway through the show, there have already been key announcements from GE Additive, EOS, TRUMPF, Stratasys and Identify3D. Still to come, com…
How EOS, Concept Laser and SLM Solutions are transforming additive automation
This year, automation is one the biggest trends in 3D printing. For additive to truly become accepted as an integral part of the manufacturing supply chain, processes need to be streamlined and contro…
MakeX launches their first desktop FDM 3D printer Migo on Kickstarter
Following the crowdfunding success of the M-One DLP and M-Jewelry 3D printers, MakeX has launched the MIGO desktop FDM 3D printer on Kickstarter. Coming in a choice of two sizes, and five different co…
Binder jetting leaders ExOne and voxeljet report earnings for Q3 2017
Two of the 3D printing industry’s leading binder jetting systems and services providers have reported earnings for the third quarter of FY 2017. The Pennsylvania headquartered ExOne Company (NAS…
TGA hopes to redefine custom made devices with 3D printing regulations
Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has opened a new consultation seeking advice on “Proposed regulatory changes related to personalised and 3D printed medical devices.̶…