industrial 3D printing

MTC and HP’s Collaboration Bolsters UK Additive Manufacturing and Collaborative Printing Innovation

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What Happened The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) and HP have announced a new collaboration aimed at supporting the growth of additive manufacturing in the UK. According to a 3D Printing Industry article published on November 17, 2025, this partnership focuses on leveraging HP’s expertise in additive manufacturing technologies alongside MTC’s innovation capabilities to accelerate industrial … Read more

Deutsche Bahn’s Decade of 3D Printing: Pioneering the Digital Warehouse Revolution

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What Happened Deutsche Bahn, Germany’s national railway company, recently marked a significant milestone by celebrating 10 years of integrating 3D printing technology into its operations. This achievement was highlighted by VoxelMatters, underscoring how the company has leveraged additive manufacturing to transform its supply chain and maintenance strategies. Why It Matters Deutsche Bahn’s decade-long commitment to … Read more

Revolutionizing Print Farm Automation: The Rise of Swarm & Collaborative 3D Printing

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What Happened Industrial additive manufacturing is undergoing a significant transformation through advancements in print farm automation, as detailed in a recent Engineering.com article. The article highlights the evolution of automated 3D printing systems that enable the coordination of multiple printers working in unison—sometimes referred to as swarm or collaborative printing. This paradigm shift is driving … Read more

Shell’s Digital Warehouse Strategy: Revolutionizing Spare Parts with On-Demand 3D Printing

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What Happened Shell is advancing its approach to spare-parts production and management by embracing a digital warehouse strategy that leverages on-demand manufacturing technologies, including 3D printing. According to a report from The Fabricator, Shell’s digital future aims to streamline spare parts production by creating a digital inventory accessible globally, enabling rapid on-demand manufacturing and reducing … Read more

Advancing 5-Axis 3D Printing: Fine and Fast Metal Fabrication Meets Industrial Challenges

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What Happened Recent developments in 5-axis 3D printing technology have brought significant improvements in fine and fast metal additive manufacturing, addressing key industrial challenges. A detailed feature published in Photonics Spectra (May 2024) highlights how these advancements are enabling manufacturers to produce metal parts with enhanced precision and speed by leveraging multi-axis motion capabilities beyond … Read more