Additive Manufacturing

Local Motors Launches Software-as-a-Service Division

Forth by LM is an online community promoting co-creation and micro-manufacturing.

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Workholding

Using Additive Manufacturing to 3D-Print Fixturing, Machine Tool Components

Machine shops can consider 3D printing technology a handy way to make custom fixturing and other components.

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Chances for Hybrid Manufacturing in Oilfield Applications

A contract manufacturer is finding uses for a hybrid additive manufacturing and five-axis milling machine for oilfield drills, valves and other end-use components.

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Automation

IMTS 2016 Hosts Highest Number of Exhibiting Companies in Show History

The 31st edition of the show was the third largest in terms of registration and exhibit space.

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Renishaw Makes Senior Management Changes in Response to U.S. Expansion

The changes include upper-management promotions and appointments as the company plans for new facilities opening in 2017.

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Additive + Subtractive Won’t Need Further CNC Advances

Today’s control technology is ready for these machines, and for more challenging integrations than this.

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Is the Best Use of Additive Manufacturing in the Details?

Rather than growing the entire part, the more efficient use of additive manufacturing might be to grow the features onto a pre-existing blank.

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Sodick Begins Construction of New U.S. Headquarters

The larger facility will be located in Schaumburg, Illinois.

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Additive Manufacturing Conference Announces Technical Program

The agenda includes presenters from Autodesk, DMG MORI, Optomec, EOS, Caterpillar and Karma Machining, and Manufacturing.

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Video: 5 Things You Didn’t Know about Additive Manufacturing

Manufacturers now succeeding with additive manufacturing are beginning to see what its ultimate impact might be. Here are ideas about the reach that AM will have, and the kinds of changes and advances it will enable.

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