Leak-Tight Data Systems June 19, 2020 Manufacturing operations face a multitude of cyber threats. The latest dangers from hackers include not only the theft of intellectual property but also malicious attacks that can cripple critical infrastructure, such as energy plants, utilities, and large-scale factories.
On-Machine Metrology Drives Efficiencies In Large-Scale AM June 23, 2020 In the cornfields of southern Indiana, Thermwood Corp. is making unique large-scale additive manufacturing (LSAM) equipment. LSAM machines produce large- to very-large-sized components from reinforced thermoplastic composite materials, creating industrial tooling, masters, patterns, molds and production fixtures used in the aerospace, automotive, foundry, and marine industries.
When ‘Tried and True’ Won’t Do June 17, 2020 During times like these, editors turn to “tried and true” sayings to frame their opinion columns. One of these sayings is, “May you live in interesting times,” supposedly a translation of a traditional Chinese curse. The saying is used ironically, in that “interesting times” are times of trouble and difficulty.
3D Systems: A Visit to the Factory Floor June 1, 2020 In late 2018, 3D Systems introduced its DMP Factory 500 concept, an end-to-end additive manufacturing solution.
Practices and Pitfalls of 3D Printing for COVID-19 May 4, 2020 A panel of experts and startups in medical 3D printing provided insights into efforts to help the COVID-19 pandemic in a webinar organized by 3DHEALS
GM Quarterly Profit Falls Amid COVID-19 May 6, 2020 General Motors Co.’s quarterly profit plunged as the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pared demand and caused the automaker to close factories.
Workholding for High Accuracy Medical Device Machining June 4, 2020 Metal 3D printing can enable rapid, low cost iterations of new medical devices, since no tooling costs are involved.
3D Systems Expands Material Offerings June 3, 2020 3D Systems announced an expansion of its plastics materials portfolio.
Using Cast Urethanes and 3D printing for Advanced Medical Manufacturing June 3, 2020 When injection molding is cost-prohibitive, medical equipment manufacturers are turning to a marriage of two advanced methods—urethane casting and 3D printing.
Plan Now to Exploit Post-COVID-19 Opportunities May 21, 2020 While manufacturers grapple with the day-to-day demands of the COVID-19 crisis, some industry analysts assert that now is also the time for businesses to prepare to thrive postpandemic.