Welcome to Our AMUK Member Spotlight Series!

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We’re excited to introduce our AMUK Member Spotlight series. Each month, we’ll feature one of our incredible members from the world of additive manufacturing. This series is dedicated to showcasing our members’ innovations, stories, and successes, giving you an inside look at how these industry leaders are shaping the future of additive manufacturing. Stay tuned […]

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Additive Manufacturing UK welcomes to the launch of the world’s largest 3D polymer printer: the Factory of Fortune 1.0

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As the UK’s only trade association representing the Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing sector, we are looking forward to seeing how this cutting-edge polymer 3D printer will reshape the landscape of affordable and sustainable infrastructure. Josh Dugdale, Head of Additive Manufacturing UK (AMUK) said: “The unveiling of the world’s largest 3D polymer printer by the […]

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Report reveals ‘True Impact’ of manufacturing is nearly a quarter of UK GDP

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Manufacturing is having a far greater impact on the UK economy than first thought according to a major new report released today. ‘The True Impact of UK Manufacturing’, which will be unveiled at MACH 2024 in Birmingham later, shows industry is worth £518billion and supports 7.3million UK jobs directly and across the supply chains/communities it […]

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AMUK is excited to man the new knowledge hub for additive manufacturing at MACH 2024

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New Knowledge Hubs initiative at MACH 2024 identifies when manufacturers should adopt new technology, designed to improve productivity, efficiency and reduce costs. Reversing UK manufacturing’s poor record for adopting new technology will be tackled head on at MACH 2024 as The Manufacturing Technologies Association (MTA) launches its new Knowledge Hubs initiative, showcasing how to adopt […]

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Register now for the 2024 Additive International Summit

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Running from 10 – 11th July at Nottingham’s Albert Hall, the 2024 Additive International summit will offer an unrivalled opportunity to learn about the latest advances in additive manufacturing. From 10th – 11th July, leading members of the additive manufacturing community will gather at Nottingham’s Additive International Summit to share insights into the technologies that […]

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Additive Manufacturing UK raises its concerns over the discovery of 3D printed firearms in Scotland

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It has been recently reported that, following a freedom of information request, there has been two incidents of 3D printed guns uncovered in Scotland.  These worrying developments both took place last year and are the first of this kind to be found in Scotland. Additive Manufacturing UK, the UK’s only trade association dedicated to the […]

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Additive Manufacturing UK launches its first-ever Annual Action Plan for future growth of UK additive manufacturing

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Additive Manufacturing UK (AMUK) is the UK’s only dedicated trade association for the additive manufacturing sector. In response to the rapid growth of this sector and the enormous potential for future growth, AMUK has launched its first-ever Annual Action Plan. This highlights how UK additive manufacturers can escalate themselves from where they are currently to […]

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CARS AND STARS TO LIGHT UP AUTOSPORT INTERNATIONAL 2024 

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For the first time, drivers will be joined by their cars on stage at Autosport International.   Europe’s Largest Motorsport Show returns for an action-packed spectacle of unmissable cars and stars between Thursday 11th and Sunday 14th January 2024.  The all-new revamped main stage will allow the cars to be driven on stage for the first […]

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Oxford Economics have released their industry research on global trends in Additive Manufacturing

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Oxford Economics recently released an industry research briefing looking at some of the global trends in Additive Manufacturing. Highlights of the brief are as follows: – AM technology has grown at a CAGR of 20% between 2016 and 2022 and will continue to grow as its applications across industries expand, innovative raw materials become available, […]

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How embracing disruptive technologies is helping supercharge manufacturing growth

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The ability of disruptive technologies to improve what are already efficient manufacturing processes is helping to revolutionise modern manufacturing and creating tantalising possibilities for what may be achievable in the near future. Digitisation and Artificial Intelligence (AI) are two of the latest technologies to offer exciting possibilities for the world of manufacturing. At AMUK, we […]

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CECIMO announces it’s survey on market trends in the AM sector

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Between March and May 2023, CECIMO, the European Association of the Machine Tool Industries and related Manufacturing Technologies, organized the sixth round of its European Additive Manufacturing Survey. This survey aims to assess key market trends in the Additive Manufacturing (AM) sector.  Launched by CECIMO, in cooperation with European national associations, this 6 month survey enables the […]

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MTA expands support for engineering-based manufacturers with the launch of a new cluster of trade associations and events

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The Manufacturing Technologies Association (MTA) has expanded its support to the engineering-based manufacturing sector with the formation of a new cluster of trade associations and events. The move has seen the Engineering Industries Association (EIA) and Additive Manufacturing UK (AMUK) join the MTA portfolio to create a unique alliance dedicated to promoting excellence in the […]

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AMUK welcomes tough sentencing on teenage extremist

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The UK’s only trade association dedicated to the Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing sector hopes the punishment imposed on Daniel Harris will act as a deterrent to others and prevent future misuse of the technology. AMUK, the UK’s only trade association dedicated to the Additive Manufacturing (AM) and 3D Printing sector, has welcomed the 11-and-a-half […]

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Key Market Trends in the European Additive Manufacturing Sector – November 2022 Edition

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Between September and November 2022, CECIMO, the European Association of the Machine Tool Industries and related Manufacturing Technologies, organized the fifth round of its European Additive Manufacturing Survey. This survey aims to assess key market trends in the Additive Manufacturing (AM) sector. Launched by CECIMO, in cooperation with European national associations, this 6 month survey enables the […]

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Key Market Trends in the European Additive Manufacturing Sector – June 2022 Edition

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Between March and May 2022, CECIMO, the European Association of the Machine Tool Industries and related Manufacturing Technologies, organized the fourth round of its European Additive Manufacturing Survey. This survey aims to assess key market trends in the Additive Manufacturing (AM) sector. Launched by CECIMO, in cooperation with European national associations, this 6 month survey enables […]

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Key Market Trends in the European Additive Manufacturing Sector – November 2021 Edition

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Between September and November 2021, CECIMO, the European Association of the Machine Tool Industries and related Manufacturing Technologies, organized the third round of its European Additive Manufacturing Survey. This survey aims to assess key market trends in the Additive Manufacturing (AM) sector. Launched by CECIMO, in cooperation with national associations, the survey enables the collection of […]

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CECIMO misconceptions about Additive Manufacturing Report

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CECIMO, the European Association of the Machine Tool Industries and related Manufacturing Technologies, have released a report looking at the most common misconceptions about Additive Manufacturing (AM).  Anyone working in the AM sector has spoken at least once with a public or private stakeholder who have significantly underestimated or exaggerated the capabilities of AM. For this reason, the CECIMO report […]

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European Additive Manufacturing Trend Survey – Autumn 2021 Survey LIVE

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The Manufacturing Technologies Association (MTA) has launched the UK arm of the Autumn edition of the European Additive Manufacturing (AM) Trends Survey – you can find a link to the survey below. The overall project is run by CECIMO and aims to give an overview of the short-term outlook in demand for various aspects of the AM industry. […]

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Key Market Trends in the European Additive Manufacturing Sector

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Between April and May 2021, CECIMO, the European Association of the Machine Tool Industries and related Manufacturing Technologies, organized the second round of its European Additive Manufacturing Survey, which aims to assess key market trends in the Additive Manufacturing (AM) sector. Launched by CECIMO, in cooperation with national associations, this survey aims to collect quality data […]

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Formnext: TRUMPF makes 3D-printing even more productive

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Dual 700-watt lasers with Automatic Multilaser Alignment (AMA) and integrated cooling ensure efficient volume production and stronger parts for the TruPrint 3000 3D printer // Benefits users across industries, including automotive and aerospace Ditzingen/Frankfurt, 07 November 2024 – At Formnext, TRUMPF is focusing on more productive 3D printing systems. The high-tech company has equipped the […]

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Expert takes structures skills to new heights at Airframe Designs

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An expert in structures is taking the expertise of aerospace leader Airframe Designs to new heights as it grows its specialist services for its customers. Senior Structures Engineer James Roy has recently gained Compliance Verification Engineer (CVE) approval to help expand the company’s offering.  He makes it a trio of structures CVEs at the company, with […]

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AI innovation is powering the Net Zero transition, as patent activity soars in the Energy sector according to Marks & Clerk’s 2024 AI Report

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London, 6 November 2024: Recognition of the transformational capability of AI in strengthening resilience to climate change and supporting the reduction of emissions has potential to propel the energy sector towards new innovations, according to intellectual property firm Marks & Clerk. Findings from its latest AI Report  reveal that AI innovations tied to green technology are rapidly advancing, […]

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Formnext: Semiconductor manufacturers save costs with TRUMPF 3D printers

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Semiconductor manufacturers can reduce scrap and thus cut costs // Additive manufactured parts improve the overall performance of semiconductor manufacturing machines // TRUMPF presents additive manufactured sample parts at the trade show Formnext Ditzingen/Frankfurt, 31 October 2024 – The additive manufacturing (AM) technology of TRUMPF makes semiconductor manufacturing systems more precise and efficient. “Semiconductor manufacturers […]

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Partner Talks: Leveraging AI, Analytics, and AM for Smarter Supply Chains

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In this edition of Partner Talks, Phil Davies from the University of Bristol sits down with Dennis Eichkorn of SAS and Pieter Ruijssenaars, our CEO, to dive into the world of AI, data analytics, and additive manufacturing. They explore how these technologies are reshaping manufacturing and supply chains, offering insights into smarter, more sustainable operations. Ready to see the […]

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Marks & Clerk: New Plastometrex Patent

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A patent application (WO2024183872) was published recently in the name of Plastometrex Ltd. (an AMUK member). The patent application relates to a portable apparatus for performing indentation plastometry – a technique for characterising the inelastic properties of materials by penetrating an indenter into a single sample of material repetitively and measuring the residual indent profile; […]

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Marks & Clerk: New Trumpf Patent

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Earlier this year, a subsidiary of AMUK member Trumpf obtained a patent in the US, protecting its solution for determining a position of a building platform within a process chamber of an additive manufacturing device. Meanwhile, a corresponding patent application in Europe for the same invention remains pending with the European Patent Office (EPO) over […]

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Transformation towards Additive Manufacturing

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Dear customers, business partners and colleagues This is the first issue to focus entirely on a fascinating topic: additive manufacturing and the development of hybrid systems. Four years ago, we set up our own competence centre for AM technology. Our current development strategy not only focuses on the 3D printing process, but we have also […]

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Innovative Space Carrier Inc. Partners with Global Leaders to Revolutionize Propellant Tank Manufacturing with Metal Additive Manufacturing (AM) Propellant Tank Manufacturing with Metal Additive Manufacturing (AM) Technology

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Tokyo, Japan – [19/7/2024] – Innovative Space Carrier Inc. (ISC), a visionary space startup aiming to make space accessible to everyone, announces a groundbreaking partnership to manufacture propellant tanks using metal Additive Manufacturing (AM) technology for the first time in Japan. space startup aiming to make space accessible to everyone, announces a groundbreaking partnership to […]

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Maximising innovation in Additive Manufacturing with R&D Tax Credits

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The additive manufacturing (AM) sector is at the forefront of innovation, transforming industries from aerospace to healthcare. However, many businesses are not fully capitalising on the financial benefits available through the UK government’s R&D tax credits scheme. These credits are designed to encourage innovation by providing a tax relief on expenses related to research and […]

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Explore the Future of Defence and Aerospace Manufacturing and3D Printing with Laser Lines at the DMC

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Laser Lines today announces that it is hosting a defence-focused full-day event at the Digital Manufacturing Centre (DMC) on the 3rd of October 2024. The exclusive event has been designed for professionals in the defence and aerospace industries and will showcase how additive manufacturing is driving the sector’s technology enhancements in key areas including part […]

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Broder Powder Expands Global Presence with Partnership with 6K Additive

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In a significant move towards enhancing the availability of advanced materials for additive manufacturing, Broder Powder, a division of Broder Metals Group, has announced a strategic partnership with 6K Additive. This collaboration promises to provide customers in the UK and Ireland with unparalleled access to a full suite of high-performance metal powders, reinforcing Broder Powder’s […]

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Technology with talent drives engineering excellence at Airframe Designs

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Embracing innovation and technology will help drive forward the change that is necessary across the aerospace industry. Finding the right talent to steer that change is also crucial, as Garry Sellick, additive manufacturing manager at Airframe Designs, explains. We have further invested in technology to improve the quality of our processes and standards through a sophisticated […]

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AMUK Members’ IP News, from Marks & Clerk

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Earlier this year, AMUK member ValCUN BV obtained patent protection for its 3D printing extrusion technology across Europe, by taking advantage of the new Unitary Patent system. The Unitary Patent Convention, or UPC, was launched in June 2023 and offers patentees the ability to simultaneously protect their technology in 18 EU countries. There is no official fee for […]

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Matsuura Machinery raises £31,855 for Stroke Association

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Matsuura Machinery Ltd is thrilled to announce that, through the generous support of our customers, suppliers and staff, we have successfully raised £31,855 for the Stroke Association. The substantial amount was raised through a combination of donations made to our JustGiving page and gifts to be used in a raffle. For every donation made, Matsuura […]

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Airframe Designs collaborates in satellite comms technology

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Pioneering SATCOM antenna innovation unveiled at Aircraft Interiors Expo LeoSat Solutions unveiled a groundbreaking satellite communications antenna at the recent Aircraft Interiors Expo in Hamburg in a collaborative effort between UK JV partners Reliasat, 21Aero and Airframe Designs. The joint venture merges over 100 years of combined experience in aviation and In-Flight Entertainment and Connectivity (IFEC). […]

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Expanding Airframe Designs creates Advisory Board

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Aerospace specialist Airframe Designs has created an Advisory Board to support strategic growth as it expands its services in engineering and additive manufacturing to the aviation, defence and space sectors. The Advisory Board will be chaired by Gary Lumby, a seasoned business advisor with extensive experience in guiding companies through growth phases.  His background in […]

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Dimanex member of Autodesk Developer Network and Autodesk Sustainability Tech Partner program

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Dimanex BV has become member of the Autodesk developer network as well as the Autodesk Sustainability Tech Partner program to create more and immediate value for customers. Autodesk and Dimanex will work together to extend Autodesk platform capabilities for engineering and supply chains of companies across industries, including transport, packaging, agriculture, automotive, and more. The […]

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Dimanex Joins SAS Partner Ecosystem

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Dimanex BV is joining the SAS® Partner Ecosystem to create more and immediate value for customers. SAS and Dimanex will work together to continuously deliver innovation for supply chains of companies across industries, including transport, packaging, agriculture, automotive, and more. The partnership is between SAS, a global leader in data and AI, and Dimanex, a […]

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F1’s 3D Printed Future

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With the British Grand Prix only days away, the roar of F1 engines may be increasingly accompanied by the whir of 3D printers.  As this article published by 3Dprint.com explores, advances in 3D printing techniques are transforming the sport by enabling rapid prototyping, lighter components, and complex designs. From McLaren’s 3D printed tools for moulding rear wing […]

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