What Happened According to a recent report by Precedence Research, the 3D printing materials and equipment market is projected to reach USD 7.35 billion by 2034. This growth is tightly linked with the increasing adoption of on-demand manufacturing capabilities, particularly for spare parts. The concept of producing spares on-demand is gaining traction as companies seek … Read more
What Happened Experts are increasingly considering the integration of 3D printing technologies within the automotive industry to manufacture on-demand spare parts, as highlighted by a recent article from Carrier Management. This emerging trend centers on leveraging additive manufacturing to produce spare parts on demand rather than relying on traditional inventory stocking methods. Why It Matters … Read more
What Happened Recent insights from DirectIndustry e-Magazine highlight six critical factors shaping the future of 3D printing, with digital inventory and on-demand manufacturing emerging as pivotal trends. Central to this is the concept of the digital warehouse, a virtual inventory system that stores 3D printable designs instead of physical goods, enabling rapid production when needed. … Read more
What Happened Recent discussions, including a detailed analysis in The Additive Manufacturing Mirage in Defense (War on the Rocks, Dec 2025), highlight the gap between expectations and practical deployment of additive manufacturing (AM) for on-demand spares in defense logistics. While AM is championed as a solution for reducing physical inventory and enabling rapid part production, … Read more
What Happened Recent industry analysis, including insights from Manufacturing Digital’s Top 10 3D Printing Companies, highlights a growing emphasis on distributed manufacturing enabled by 3D printing technologies. This approach decentralizes production, allowing companies to shift from traditional centralized factories and large inventories to localized, on-demand manufacturing hubs. Why It Matters Distributed manufacturing represents a paradigm … Read more
What Happened Recent developments in Europe highlight a growing trend of reshoring manufacturing activities, strongly supported by advances in 3D printing technology. According to an insightful article from DirectIndustry e-Magazine, European manufacturers are increasingly leveraging 3D printing to bring production closer to home, enhancing agility and competitiveness. Why It Matters For years, European companies outsourced … Read more