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Forging New Science For The Future of 3D Printed Metal

Metrology

From carbon fiber to concrete, additive manufacturing, the industrial term for 3D-printing, utilizes many different materials and techniques. And now, with a significant need for decarbonization and alternative supply chains.

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How Additive Manufacturing Can Help Fix the Supply Chain

Fastener News Desk

By Clare Scott A supply chain crisis has been affecting the world in recent years, particularly since the COVID-19 pandemic. The COVID-19 pandemic was a good example of how, in the event of supply chain issues, AM was able to help. AM makes the supply chain independent from consumer demand and reduces waste.

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Minister for Business, Trade, Tourism & Enterprise to Provide Opening Address and Keynote Speech at Scotland’s Premier Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition

i4.0 today

The Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition , which is being held at the SEC Glasgow on the 13 th October 2022, will serve as a national forum for manufacturers and operators involved throughout the associated supply chains from across Scotland to gather to discuss pressing issues facing the industry.

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Polymer 3D Printing Market Moves Beyond Prototyping to Hit US$21.1 Billion in 2033

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When it comes to history and awareness, polymer additive manufacturing leads the 3D printing industry. The first type of 3D printing to be invented in the 1980s was stereolithography, while thermoplastic filament extrusion holds the most public recognition amongst additive technologies. billion in 2033.

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How to Stay Competitive – Scottish Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition – October 13th 2022 – Scottish Event Campus, Glasgow

i4.0 today

The Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition, which is being held at the SEC Glasgow on Thursday, 13th of October 2022, will be the largest event of its kind in Scotland. Given the current situation of rampant inflation and escalating energy costs, his remarks will be eagerly anticipated.

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IDTechEx Discusses the Long-Term Trends Shaping Additive Manufacturing

i4.0 today

Ten years ago, the 3D printing landscape was in the midst of its first big boom. The general public was being introduced to the possibilities of 3D printing through countless eye-popping headlines that speculated on 3D printing’s application in everything from toys to phones to organs.

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Innovate UK-backed Start-up Launches Ground-breaking Digital Marketplace for Manufacturers to Sell 3D-printable Car Parts

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The first-of-its-kind solution enables Non-Fungible Tokens (NFT) backed blockchain-protected and certified design assets to be 3D printed on-demand locally. “I am delighted that we can launch our business model in the UK and then into international markets, bringing a transformative economic and environmental impact.”