European Commission Report – 3D Printing for the Machine Tool Industry

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The European Commission has published a report titled: “Product Watch 3D printing for the machine tool industry”. The report investigates the use of 3D printing/AM in the machine tool industry, provides an overview of the value chain and highlights the relevant stakeholders from both the machine tool and AM sectors. The report also identifies the strengths […]

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European Additive Manufacturing Trend Survey – Spring 2021 Survey LIVE

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The Manufacturing Technologies Association (MTA) is again working CECIMO to collect data to look at the European trends in Additive Manufacturing Technology.  If you are a user, developer, seller or part of the supply chain for Additive technology and are based in the UK, then please take a few minutes to click the button below and complete the Spring 2021 […]

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The first European survey on key market trends in the Additive Manufacturing sector

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Between September and October 2020, CECIMO, the European Association of the Machine ToolIndustries and related Manufacturing Technologies, organized the first round of its European AdditiveManufacturing Survey, which aims to assess key market trends in the Additive Manufacturing (AM)sector. Launched by CECIMO with the cooperation of five national associations Italy, Switzerland, Austria, Spain,and the United Kingdom, […]

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Rapid response prototyping keeps COVID clinicians safe

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Additive manufacturing experts at the University of Sheffield Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) made crucial parts for a protective respirator prototype within a week to help a small design company develop novel PPE to keep clinicians safe while working in COVID-19 intensive care units. The Bubble PAPR is a low-cost Powered Air-Purifying Respirator developed by Designing Science, a […]

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MTC’S AEROSPACE ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING INNOVATION HUB LAUNCHED

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The Manufacturing Technology Centre’s new innovation and knowledge hub for metal additive manufacturing, has been launched to industry at an event at the MTC’s Coventry campus. In a significant advance for the UK, the new hub aims to lead research, development and collaboration on metal additive manufacturing, developing and testing ideas for taking the technology […]

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BUSINESS SECRETARY OPENS MTC’S AEROSPACE ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING INNOVATION HUB

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The Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, Andrea Leadsom has officially opened the Manufacturing Technology Centre’s new innovation and knowledge hub for metal additive manufacturing, ahead of a major industrial launch event in October. In a significant advance for the UK, the new hub aims to lead research, development and collaboration on […]

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MTC INSTALLS STATE OF THE ART ELECTRONICS 3D PRINTING EQUIPMENT

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New system allows additive manufacturing of complex electronic components The Manufacturing Technology Centre – home of the National Centre for Additive Manufacturing – has become the first research and development centre in the UK to install precision equipment to allow 3D printing of small and complex electronic components. The Coventry-based MTC has taken delivery of […]

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MASTERING AM: SHARING USER EXPERIENCE

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PRACTITIONERS FROM ACROSS THE UK’S ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING (AM) SECTOR ARE INVITED TO SHARE THEIR KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE.As the first in a unique series of events supported by the National Centre for Additive Manufacturing (NCAM), delegates will get the opportunity to learn how other AM users are addressing common challenges in application and development. Through a […]

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MTC 3D PRINTING COURSE FOR SENIOR ENGINEERS

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3D printing course run by industry leader The industry-leading Manufacturing Technology Centre near Coventry is to run a course next month for senior engineers who are unsure of the benefits of 3D printing.   The MTC’s Practical Insight into Additive Manufacturing course is designed to help anyone considering using additive manufacturing technology in their factory, but […]

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AEROSPACE SUPPLIERS URGED TO JOIN £15M PROGAMME

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Aerospace Suppliers Urged to join £15m programme Suppliers to the UK aerospace industry are being urged to engage with a £15 million programme funded by Innovate UK and the Aerospace Technology Institute aimed at encouraging them to adopt additive manufacturing (3D printing). The Manufacturing Technology Centre near Coventry is leading the DRAMA (Digital Reconfigurable Additive […]

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ASTM INTERNATIONAL, AUBURN UNIVERSITY, NASA, EWI, AND THE MTC LAUNCH ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING CENTERS OF EXCELLENCE

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On July 23, at Auburn University, two groups launched centers of excellence in additive manufacturing aimed at accelerating R&D, standardization, and innovation in that field, also known as 3D printing. Global standards developer ASTM International launched its Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence (www.amcoe.org) with Auburn University, NASA, manufacturing technology innovator EWI, and the UK-based Manufacturing […]

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Additive Manufacturing Technology Transfer project

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Metal additive manufacturing (AM) – often referred to as metal 3D printing – is a method of fabrication in which a part is built up layer by layer according to a computer model. Enabling rapid manufacturing and prototyping with the potential to greatly shorten lead times, AM can create highly complex parts and produces near-net-shape […]

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Additive Manufacturing National Strategy sets out to establish the UK as a world leader

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A new initiative to bring the benefits of additive manufacturing (AM) to more industries and to establish the UK as a world leader in the field, has been launched by AM UK. AM UK is an independent, government-backed collaboration, which has been at the forefront of developing this technology for wider application across industry sectors. […]

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Renishaw 3D printing technology increases Land Rover BAR’s performance

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Like many other cutting edge technologies – artificial intelligence, big data analytics – additive manufacturing, or 3D printing, has been incorporated into daily use at Land Rover Ben Ainslie Racing with the help of the team’s Technical Innovation Group. In this case, TIG partner Renishaw, a global metrology firm which manufactures metal additive manufacturing machines, as […]

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Materialise Magics 3D Print Suite enhances additive manufacturing at The MTC

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Materialise is bolstering additive manufacturing (AM) activity at the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) in Coventry, UK, by providing access to its Magics 3D Print Suite software. The Materialise Magics 3D Print Suite combines the Belgian 3D printing company’s renowned software applications into one set of business solutions for streamlining AM in industries such as automotive, […]

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Stratasys aims to make Additive Manufacturing a catalyst for business growth

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Stratasys partners with the MTC to make Additive Manufacturing a catalyst for driving technological change and supporting business growth. Stratasys Ltd, the 3D printing and additive manufacturing solutions company, has announced that it has partnered with the UK’s Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC), to spearhead the organization’s objective to demonstrate new processes and technologies that overcome […]

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Marks & Clerk: New Trumpf Patent

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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Broder Powder: New division of Broder Metal becomes 6K Additive UK material distributor

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North Andover, June 26, 2024 – Accelerating its market leadership in sustainable production of advanced materials for additive manufacturing, 6K Additive – a division of 6K, today announced the company is partnering with several distributors and agents to create a network of commercial partners internationally. Specifically, Broder Metals Group will distribute material in the UK […]

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Airframe Designs takes 3D scanning to new levels

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Aerospace specialist Airframe Designs is helping to solve major challenges for its customers by offering new levels of 3D scanning as it expands its services. The company offers in-depth scanning with speed and accuracy, capable of capturing the geometry and creating digital twin data-sets of entire aircraft, assessing corrosion or other kinds of visible damage, […]

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Ricoh 3D expands into medical sector with latest product commercialisation!

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Telford, UK – May 20, 2024 Ricoh 3D is proud to announce its collaboration with the Orthotic Research & Locomotor Assessment Unit (ORLAU) at The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital, NHS Foundation Trust. Since 2017, this partnership has focussed on innovative solutions to support the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals – specifically, SDG3 […]

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Plymouth Science Park gives hands-on experience of new Stratasys Polyjet and FDM machines

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Plymouth Science Park is the largest centre for science and technology in its region, and it has just made a significant investment in two new Stratasys additive manufacturing machines, the Stratasys F770 and J55. The science park has been running for over 25 years, expanding over time to fill 25 acres. It is home to […]

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Dimanex Partners with AMC Bridge to Empower Digital Transformation in Additive Manufacturing for the Supply Chain

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Utrecht, The Netherlands — Dimanex, an end-to-end, AI-driven, additive manufacturing (AM) platform–based service and AMC Bridge, a global software development consultancy, announced a strategic partnership to revolutionize supply chain management, from inventory data management to 3D printing. On-demand supply chain solutionIn the present era of data-driven manufacturing, the importance of end-to-end integration and operational efficiency […]

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Airframe Designs helps to streamline data for customers

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Aerospace specialist Airframe Designs is leading the industry by investing in a state-of-the-art data planning system to become even more streamlined on behalf of its customers. By investing in the latest Materials Requirements Planning (MRP) system, the company is helping to develop new efficiencies in their supply chain, saving time and cost. The new system […]

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