
Simulation solution improves quality
Simufact has released a simulation solution for Direct Energy Deposition (DED) to improve the quality of such metal-based additive manufacturing processes.
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Simufact has released a simulation solution for Direct Energy Deposition (DED) to improve the quality of such metal-based additive manufacturing processes.

Altair has introduced the Inspire Print3D manufacturing simulation solution for additive manufacturing. This offers a range of fast and accurate tools for the production-oriented design and simulation of components manufactured using the SLM process.

Nortec offers orientation and concrete assistance on additive manufacturing topics. As a trade fair for production and campus for SMEs, it will showcase the latest technical developments and solutions in modern production from January 21 to 24, 2020.

34,532 trade visitors came to Formnext to find out about trends and solutions relating to additive manufacturing. The trade fair also shows that additive manufacturing has arrived in the industry.
What will the processes of the future look like? Aircraft manufacturer Airbus has long relied on Autodesk's generative design approach to tackle complex design and production challenges.
3D printers for new applications
At Formnext, Arburg will be exhibiting the Freeformer 300-4X with a four-axis component carrier including rotation axis. The new machine can feed continuous fibers and coat them with plastic.
Shielding gas nozzle and light scanner
The Fraunhofer IWS has developed Coaxshield, a local molten pool shield for laser powder deposition welding, and the LIsec analysis device, which can be used to monitor the powder flow in additive manufacturing processes, and will be exhibiting them at Formnext.

Acquisition of 3D printing service provider
BASF acquires the 3D printing service provider Sculpteo. With the acquisition, the Group aims to further expand its position as a service provider in additive manufacturing. Distribution channels and new materials also played a role in the purchase decision.
Creaform is showcasing the next generation of its portable 3D scanners Handy Scan Black and Go!Scan Spark at Formnext. The mobile scanners can be used to transfer physical workpieces into a CAD model.
Additive manufacturing is fighting for its place in industrial production. Nevertheless, there are still hurdles. The joint stand "Lightweight construction from Baden-Württemberg" shows how components can be produced more quickly.