Additive Manufacturing

ORNL offering additive manufacturing/composites post-doc
The postdoctoral position at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) will conduct research in additive manufacturing related to advancement of current technologies, implementation of new processes, and development of material systems.

GF Machining Solutions Adds Two Distributors
Peak EDM will provide the company’s products to customers in Michigan’s lower peninsula, while Midwest Machinery Solutions will serve Northern Illinois.

3D printing helps Latécoère cut lead times
Latécoère is deploying Stratasys FDM additive manufacturing throughout its design and production process.

Chocolate Factory replaces metal parts with Stratasys composite 3D printing material
3D printed replacement machine part, produced in Stratasys FDM Nylon 12CF thermoplastic containing 35% chopped carbon fiber.  

Hexcel acquires Oxford Performance Materials
Hexcel (Stamford, CT, US) announced December 8, 2017 that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the aerospace and defense (A&D) business of Oxford Performance Materials. 

America Makes Declares 2017 MMX Event a Success
The conference brings together its additive manufacturing members to network and review technical content.

Renishaw Collaborates with Identify3D on Securing AM Processes
The goal is to protect digital intellectual property, enforce production rules and provide traceability in the digital supply chain for Renishaw’s AM systems.

Arconic, Airbus Partner on Metal 3D Printing for Aircraft
The deal combines Arconic’s metal AM and metallurgy technology with Airbus’ design, qualification and certification experience.

SLM Solutions Updates Its Website with White Papers, Media
The site’s resource center is designed to give manufacturers material for understanding how metal additive manufacturing can fit into their business model.

Renishaw Hosting “Innovation Fest” Celebrating New U.S. Headquarters
The event in Illinois is also commemorating Renishaw’s 40-year anniversary.