The United States Marine Corps is calling for 3D printer training to help its troops respond to military crises. After introducing an FFF 3D printer to Marine Wing Support Squadron 372 (MWSS-372), Ope…
Dassault Systèmes launches 3DEXPERIENCE Marketplace for on-demand manufacturing
One of the themes at this month’s SOLIDWORKS World 2018, was the growing eco-system around 3D printing. Bolstering the adoption of advanced manufacturing, Dassault Systèmes used SWW18 to launch …
Swinburne kick-starts $1.2 million automatic 3D printed car repair service
Swinburne University of Technology in Melbourne is to spearhead the development of an automated, 3D printed repair service for cars with the Australian, not-for-profit Innovative Manufacturing Coopera…
3D printing champions sustainability in Optomec LENS machine repair at RIT
One of the fastest growing areas of application for additive manufacturing is in spare parts and repair. Aerospace giants, i.e. Airbus and Boeing, SIA Engineering Company and smaller units like Ohio&#…
FedEx launches 3D printing inventory and repair company Forward Depots
A FedEx and 3D printing venture has been expected for some time. From 3D printed drone-delivery, to on-demand bureau services, postage and shipping companies are investing in the future of additive ma…
SLM Solutions metal 3D printing brakes the most powerful car in Bugatti history
Not to be outdone by flight-integral 3D printed parts, automotive is gradually placing additively manufactured components in more critical positions. Largely implemented in spare parts initiatives, 3D…
3D printing saves 17% on Navantia supertanker parts
3D printing for ships is gaining steam. In the U.S., the navy is holding a number of trials for both offshore and yard-based tooling and also investigating 3D printing spare parts. And wire-arc additi…
Create it REAL joins Denmark’s Green Ship of the Future 3D printing pilot
3D printing is to play an important role in the next generation of shipbuilding. A portion of Denmark’s Green Ship of the Future (GSF) project will rely on the help of 3D printers to transform t…
Volkswagen officials speak to the future of 3D printing in automotive
Project leads at Volkswagen high end/luxury car brands Audi and Porsche are conducting research into the benefits of 3D printing for future car production. In addition to the effective application of …
GKN Driveline increases 3D printing for production after 70% cut in lead times
GKN Driveline services over 90% of the world’s car manufacturers, including work for the Fiat Chrysler Automobiles Group and luxury car brands Maserati and Ferrari. After replacing traditional metal a…