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Konica Minolta Australia: How 3D printing transforms the future of supply chains

AU Manufacturing

In an article released by Konica Minolta , the company identified the three primary reasons why industries are turning to 3D printing: reduced lead time, reduced costs and reduced transportation. The post Konica Minolta Australia: How 3D printing transforms the future of supply chains appeared first on Australian Manufacturing.

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How 3D printing is reshaping the future of supply chains

Manufacturer's Monthly

Konica Minolta has identified the three primary reasons why industries are turning to 3D printing: reduced lead time. The 3D printing manufacturing process allows for just-in-time (JIT) inventory to increase efficiency, cut costs, and decrease waste. reduced costs. reduced transportation.

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Five advances in motion control, communications, design to ease automation use

Control Engineering

An online Festo 3D CAD Configurator for Actuators and Accessories is ready for download at the end of configurator’s streamlined design process. Machine builders welcome this move as servo drives across the industry remain in short supply and have long lead times, Festo said.