Powder bed-based laser melting (PBF-LB/M) opens up new possibilities in additive manufacturing. Modern camera systems provide crucial process data to further increase quality and efficiency.

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Just a few years ago, 3D printing was mainly used in prototype construction. This has since changed. Thanks to the use of ever-improving printers and materials, this technology can now be used to create functional components. It has now even established itself as an economical alternative in small series production. The drive experts at Groschopp also use the advantages of 3D printing.

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Arburg will discontinue its additive manufacturing business at the end of 2025 and focus entirely on injection molding machine manufacturing in the future. Existing freeformer customers will continue to be supported with spare parts, service and expert know-how.

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3D printing is becoming increasingly important in series production and enables flexible, fast and precise production processes. The example of the Lapp Group shows how additive processes help to efficiently implement customer requirements and realize innovative connector solutions.

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The current version of the federal government's draft budget no longer provides any new funding for additive manufacturing (AM) and lightweight construction. The industry is reacting to this with criticism and is calling for a clear strategic reorientation.

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The BMW Group is increasingly focusing on recycling in 3D printing and is developing its own material cycles for this purpose. At the Additive Manufacturing Campus, new aids and tools are created from used powder and components - sustainable, efficient and usable worldwide.

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Formnext 2025 focuses on economically successful applications of additive manufacturing and showcases practical solutions for the further industrialization of AM. The Call for Speakers for the Application and Industry Stages is open until July 31.

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LEO III Fund, which specializes in corporate spin-offs, is taking over Trumpf's additive manufacturing business in the Laser Metal Fusion division. The new unit is to be expanded under a new brand to become the international technology leader in metallic 3D printing.

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Making process chains in additive manufacturing more resource-efficient - that is the goal of the new CZS Center for Circular Economy and Resource Efficiency using Additive Manufacturing Technologies (Center KRAFt).

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Pagani has announced the signing of a six-year contract with Conflux to integrate Conflux heat exchangers into the transmission of its latest exclusive model, the Pagani Utopia, further advancing additive manufacturing in the hypercar industry.

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Around 170 exhibitors and speakers from Germany and abroad presented the latest developments and applications in additive manufacturing at the 21st rapid.tech 3D from May 13 to 15.

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35 interested parties applied for one of the eight presentation slots in the Science Forum on May 13, 2025 at rapid.tech 3D. Nevertheless, other submitters were also allowed to present at Germany's oldest AM trade event.

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From May 13 to 15, everything at Messe Erfurt will revolve around additive manufacturing. Rapid.Tech 3D will be opening its doors for the 21st time - making it the oldest trade event in Germany dedicated entirely to additive manufacturing (AM).

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The introduction of artificial intelligence sometimes fails due to a lack of qualified specialists or investment costs. However, AI has advantages in many areas that relieve the burden on skilled workers and make the use of AI profitable for companies.

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AM developments and applications for clean road and rail transport will be the focus of the Mobility Expert Forum on May 14, 2025 at Rapid.Tech 3D. Inspiration for this comes not least from Formula 1 racing.

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Bosch invests almost six million euros in metal 3D printing center. This makes the company the first tier 1 supplier in Europe to have a facility in this performance class. Series production of highly complex shapes from housings to engine blocks is planned.

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The company's first high-speed sintering system has gone into operation at FKM Sintertechnik. This enables the 3D printing service provider to provide larger quantities of production-ready molded parts made of polyamide and other engineering plastics faster and more cost-effectively than was previously possible.

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Despite a challenging political and economic environment, Formnext is experiencing solid and pleasing growth on its 10th anniversary: 533 companies from 34 countries have already registered for the trade fair by the beginning of March 2025.

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The energy sector plays a key role on the path to a decarbonized world. The contribution that additive manufacturing can make to this will be highlighted at the Energy Technology & Hydrogen Expert Forum on May 15, 2025, the first time the topic has had its own session on the Rapid.Tech 3D agenda.

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Stratasys and Siemens Healthineers have presented a research paper investigating the accuracy of 3D printed patient-specific medical models. The results show the potential of this technology for medical imaging and diagnostics.

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