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Large Hybrid Steel Insert Solves Deformation, Dimensionality, Cycle Time Problems

Mold Making Technology

That led to many aerospace companies knocking on Linear’s door, asking to observe the machine running, since the only other company with an EOS metal additive printer was another aerospace competitor. Last year, Linear merged with on-demand digital manufacturer Shapeways Inc.

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Nikon Decision to Submit a Public Takeover Offer for Shares of SLM, based in Germany

Additive Manufacturing

With SLM becoming part of Nikon’s digital manufacturing strategy, SLM management is convinced this transaction will further enhance SLM’s ability to stay at the forefront of metal Additive Manufacturing and enhance its leadership position in delivering superior products and solutions to its customers.

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Metal Additive Manufacturing is an Untapped Market Innovation

Fabricating & Metal Work

increase in 2020. The aerospace industry is a significant user of metal AM technology. A more down-to-earth example in aerospace is the high-pressure hydraulic valve block made with titanium alloy that multinational equipment manufacturer Liebherr used on the Airbus A380 aircraft. billion by 2027.