Michael Petch, Author at 3D Printing Industry

Michael Petch

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Michael Petch is the editor-in-chief at 3DPI and the author of several books on 3D printing. He is a regular keynote speaker at technology conferences where he has delivered presentations such as 3D printing with graphene and ceramics and the use of technology to enhance food security. Michael is most interested in the science behind emerging technology and the accompanying economic and social implications.

Desktop Metal 3D printed parts undergoing sintering process. Photo via Desktop Metal.

How does the Desktop Metal IPO benefit the 3D printing industry? – Additive Manufacturing experts comment

In a transaction that values metal 3D printing company Desktop Metal at $2.5 billion, the Massachusetts-based enterprise will list on the NYSE. Proceeds from going public are anticipated as $575 milli…

The ExOne Sand 3D Printing Network. Image via ExOne.

ExOne Sand 3D Printing Network launch gives manufacturers access to industrial binder jetting

ExOne, the U.S. based specialist in binder jet 3D printing, has launched the Sand 3D Printing Network. The North America network is powered by more than 40 industrial binder jetting systems and will a…

A worker carrying disinfection equipment at Budapest International Airport. Photo via Associated Press.

3D Printing Community responds to COVID-19 and Coronavirus resources

How is the 3D printing community responding to COVID-19? *THIS ARTICLE WILL BE UPDATED DAILY* As the now pandemic Coronavirus takes hold over the globe, we see countries implementing travel restrictio…

3D Printing Industry Magazine Vol 1, Issue 1

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Cirteq cuts lead times by weeks using 3D printing

A unique 3D-printing application is playing a pivotal role in helping a spring ring manufacturer to shave weeks off lead times and deliver hugely increased product volumes to meet growing customer dem…

The 3D printed tumour model. Photo via 3D LifePrints.

3D LifePrints raises £1.2 million to advance medical 3D printing offerings

The UK’s 3D LifePrints has announced a successful investment round. Led by Fenwall Investments the £1.2 million in finance will hasten the award-winning medical 3D printing enterprises’ presence in th…

Invisalign treatment with mandibular advancement. Image via Align Technologies.

Align Technology announces plans to acquire Exocad for €376 Million

Align Technology Inc, a Californian 3D scanner and dental clear aligner manufacturer, has announced it will acquire Exocad GmbH, a German CAD/CAM software company. With Exocad’s expertise, Align Techn…

UK defence agency plans to 3D print high explosives

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL), an executive agency sponsored by the Ministry of Defence (MOD) of the UK, has started to develop 3D printed explosives. The project aims to creat…

Attendees are welcomed to the St. Louis Union Station Hotel for AMUG 2018. Photo by Michael Petch.

Coronavirus postpones AMUG 2020 – 3D Printing Industry continues to support AM

Responding to concerns about the spread of COVID-19, the illness caused by Coronavirus, the Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) has taken the decision to postpone the AMUG Conference. The 2020 A…

2020 3D Printing Industry Awards – Nominate Now

The 3D Printing Industry Awards are back. Now in the fourth year, the Awards celebrate the individuals, enterprises and technology leading the additive manufacturing sector. The winners are selected …