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Transforming economies into additive manufacturing (AM), or 3D printing, is crucial for several reasons: Innovation and Design Freedom: AM enables complex and customized designs, fostering innovation across industries. Reduced Material Waste: AM is an additive process, minimizing waste compared to subtractive manufacturing. Cost-Efficiency: It's cost-effective for small batches or unique parts, reducing overall costs. Supply Chain Resilience: AM supports on-demand production, enhancing supply chain resilience during disruptions. Localized Production: It allows for local or on-site manufacturing, reducing transportation and emissions. Customization and Personalization: AM offers tailored products, especially in healthcare. Prototyping and Rapid Iteration: Accelerates product development through rapid prototyping. Reduced Lead Times: Cuts down manufacturing lead times, benefiting industries like aerospace. Complex Geometries: AM produces intricate parts, improving performance. Digital Supply Chain Integration: Integrates with digital technologies, facilitating Industry 4.0. Education and Workforce Development: Creates opportunities for skill development. Competitive Advantage: Early adopters gain a competitive edge by offering innovative, cost-effective products. While AM has numerous advantages, it's not suitable for all applications, and challenges like material limitations and quality control must be addressed. Transitioning to additive manufacturing should align with specific industry and economic needs and goals.

According to Made Smarter, additive manufacturing (AM) benefits include “greater design freedom, lessened time to market or production, on-demand manufacturing, reduced inventory holding, and cuts to waste and costs of production”. For manufacturers that are integrating their first system into production and want to reap the benefits, there are many ways to ensure effective set up and improve additive production efficiency. Here Robert Pitts, sales manager at Tri-Tech 3D, UK provider of Stratasys 3D printing solutions, explores what these are.   For manufacturers that are fairly new to additive technology, especially sectors that were heavily reliant on machining and injection moulding, like oil and gas, it can be tempting to think of 3D printing as a one-size-fits-all solution. As a result, there can be an expectation that AM will be a like-for-like solution that delivers instant productivity benefits. While 3D printing can produce parts faster, using less tools, space and workload than traditional methods, productivity and return on investment (ROI) will depend on how users apply this technology. Tri-Tech 3D https://lnkd.in/e-GA98V3 #news #pr #magazine #advertising #b2b #bannerad #magazine #newsletter #emailcampaigns #engineering #automation #manufacturing

Recently I had a chance to share my views with The Economic Times #ETEdge on the topic “From Prototype to Production: How Additive Manufacturing is Revolutionizing Consumer Durables”. More and more small-scale and large-scale enterprises are increasingly adopting 3D printing, recognizing its numerous advantages over traditional manufacturing processes.   Amazingly, additive manufacturing facilitates faster iterations and refinements of designs in today’s competitive market and emphasizes that the future of manufacturing looks increasingly innovative, sustainable, and efficient as small and large companies embrace 3D printing and power of additive manufacturing can help companies stay competitive and contribute to the development of more sustainable and personalized consumer experiences. Check out the story here : https://lnkd.in/df_CMYEQ #Manufacturing #SaketGaurav #ElistaWorld #ConsumerDurables #MakingInIndiaForTheWorld ElistaWorld ElistaWorldUAE Elista Africa TeknoDome Group

In recent years, additive manufacturing (AM), or “3D printing”, has quickly opened up new production frontiers. Structures once regarded as being impossible to fabricate with traditional machining techniques have become commonplace.   Now that AM has moved out of the prototyping lab and into mainstream production lines, it has become subject to all the same pressures as its subtractive manufacturing cousin.   Shashin Kagaku is a Japanese manufacturer of AM systems that form high precision parts using a ceramics-based process.  Find out how the use of CC-Link IE TSN helped Shashin Kagaku simplify the construction of one of their machines, ultimately leading to shorter delivery times, reduced system cost and a more competitive product:  https://lnkd.in/eF3UGt7d   Greg Horsley #industrialautomation #printingtechnology #factoryautomation #printing #industrialprinting #timesensitivenetworking #cclink

Potential of Additive Manufacturing Are you ready to shape the future? Additive manufacturing (3D printing) is revolutionizing product development, offering unprecedented design freedom and production flexibility. 👉 There is vast potential of additive manufacturing, from rapid prototyping to complex part creation. 👉 This technology unlocks design possibilities previously limited by traditional methods. 👉 There are many benefits of leveraging additive manufacturing for your next project, including: - Reduced lead times - Enhanced product customization - Efficient on-demand production Eager to know in detail about additive manufacturing? Click here - https://lnkd.in/e8XfTNc9 ##marsmanufacturingsolutions #engineering #productdevelopment #prototyping

🚗🔧 Additive manufacturing is changing how cars are produced! Discover how innovative 3D printing technologies are driving efficiency, reducing costs, and enabling groundbreaking designs in automotive manufacturing. Whether you’re an industry professional or just curious about the future of automotive production, this blog is a must-read. 🔗 Read more here: https://hubs.la/Q02BShVX0

Title: Embracing the Future: Additive Manufacturing Reshaping Industries In today's rapidly evolving landscape, additive manufacturing, commonly known as 3D printing, is emerging as a transformative force across industries. This innovative technology is not just about creating prototypes; it's about redefining how we design, produce, and distribute goods. Revolutionizing Prototyping: Additive manufacturing has revolutionized the prototyping process, allowing for quicker iterations and cost-effective design testing. This agility is a game-changer, enabling companies to bring products to market faster and with greater precision. Customization at Scale: One of the standout features of additive manufacturing is its ability to facilitate mass customization. Industries, from healthcare to automotive, are leveraging this capability to tailor products to individual needs. The days of one-size-fits-all are giving way to a new era of personalized, customer-centric manufacturing. Reducing Environmental Footprint: As sustainability becomes a key focus for businesses, additive manufacturing offers a greener alternative. By minimizing material waste and energy consumption compared to traditional manufacturing methods, 3D printing aligns with the growing global emphasis on eco-friendly practices. Complex Geometries Made Simple: Traditional manufacturing processes often face challenges when producing complex geometric shapes. Additive manufacturing transcends these limitations, making it possible to create intricate designs that were once deemed unattainable. This opens doors to innovations in aerospace, medical implants, and more. Supply Chain Resilience: Recent disruptions in global supply chains have underscored the importance of resilience. Additive manufacturing provides a solution by decentralizing production. Companies can reduce dependency on distant suppliers and produce components locally, enhancing flexibility and reducing vulnerability to external shocks. Investing in Talent: The rise of additive manufacturing necessitates a skilled workforce. Companies and individuals alike are investing in acquiring the expertise needed to harness the full potential of this technology. As a result, new job opportunities are emerging in areas such as design, materials science, and machine operation.#snsinstitutions #snsdesignthinkers #designthinking

Additive Manufacturing has made significant progress in the ability to create end-use parts. The machines and materials have come a long way from the brittle, rough output from a decade (or two) ago. However, back then when 3D printing was being hyped as The Next Killer App, manufacturers tried to adopt - and failed. Time flies, but for many that experience left a mark with the indelible impression of "3D printing will never be any good for production parts". Shown here is a low-volume, end use production part. This is not the actual material the customer prefers. This was a test piece. Just the fact that material can be switched on-the-fly says a lot about the advantages of AM for production parts. In this case, the device ticks all the boxes for using AM: Volumes will be in the 300-400/yr, it will be used in a dark room, there is no exposure to uv, chemicals, or excessive force, tolerances are not critical. This is not to say that there aren't AM solutions out there that can handle uv, chemicals, high tolerances, etc. But, in this case, we have a 'goldilocks' application. How many hundreds/thousands of parts out there could satisfy the same criteria? In this case, the customer requested additive. They want the ability to make a change at any time during production. They did not want to deal with the expense/handling of hard tooling. And they especially appreciate that it's made domestically. AM is ready for production. It's time to rethink how to realize the benefits of AM for end-use parts.

INDUSTRY INSIGHTS FROM ULTIMAKER: PACKAGING INDUSTRY The global packaging industry is a major industrial segment responsible for making everything from shampoo bottles to the tins that preserve food. While we take most packaging for granted, quickly discarding it to get the product inside, the industry and its products have evolved tremendously over the years and have been shaped by new ideas and innovations. Today, 3D printing is at the frontier of packaging innovation. In this article with Wevolver we look at the various ways that 3D printing is helping to usher the trillion-dollar industry into the future, with a particular emphasis on innovation, production agility, and sustainability. Read the full story here: https://zurl.co/axHk Do not miss our bundles with up to 70% off: https://zurl.co/8uep #Ultimaker #AdditiveManufacturing #Packaging #Manufacturing #Sustainability #Innovation #3dprinted #3dprinters #production #specialoffer #3dverkstanINDUSTRY INSIGHTS FROM ULTIMAKER:

3D printing parts locally has significant advantages over traditional manufacturing – sure. However, (re)designing parts for Additive Manufacturing skyrockets these benefits. 🚀 With DiManEx, you'll be able to leverage AI and Machine Learning to determine which parts benefit the most from (re)designing for AM. This leads to enhanced part design, cost-effective mass customization, and more benefits. Discover them all in this article 👇 #3dprinting #additivemanufacturing #designforAM