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US additive manufacturing service provider ADDMAN has agreed to purchase up to 10.8M USD in Nickel 718 alloy powder from 6K Additive over 30 months. The powder will be processed via 6K's UniMelt microwave plasma system for metal 3D printing applications. https://3dprint.com/334058/addman-to-buy-up-to-10-8m-in-nickel-718-powder-from-6k-over-30-months/ #3Dprint #3Dprinting #IndustrialAM

Zetamix metal 3D printing is heading to the French aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle. The bound metal filament solution will be used for on-board maintenance and repairs aboard the 3 billion USD vessel, offering a cheaper and safer alternative to traditional manufacturing. https://3dprint.com/333280/zetamix-to-make-metal-parts-on-board-charles-de-gaulle-aircraft-carrier/ #3Dprint #3Dprinting #IndustrialAM

AML3D has secured an initial AU$0.5M production order for 3D printed copper-nickel components for US Navy submarines. The parts will be manufactured using wire-arc additive manufacturing at the company's Ohio facility. https://3dprint.com/333862/3d-printing-news-briefs-10-1-2026/ #3Dprint #3Dprinting #IndustrialAM

Norwegian company Visitech has launched a new 4K light engine for additive manufacturing. The LRS 8KA Laser 405 doubles power output to over 30W, allowing a single unit to cover larger build areas for industrial 3D printing applications. https://3dprint.com/332747/visitech-targets-larger-scale-3d-printing-with-new-4k-light-engine/ #3Dprint #3Dprinting #IndustrialAM

Impossible Objects has raised 40m USD in Series B funding to scale production of its Composite-Based Additive Manufacturing (CBAM) technology. The financing will expand industrial AM systems and customer deployments, with applications including US defence drones. https://www.tctmagazine.com/impossible-objects-raises-40m-to-increase-production-of-composite-additive-manufacturing-systems/ #3Dprint #3Dprinting #IndustrialAM

Photocentric has unveiled JENI, an autonomous production platform that combines high-resolution LCD 3D printing with robotic post-processing to produce plastic parts at volumes and costs rivaling injection molding. A single module can produce 238,000 stand-off spacers per day at under 2 cents each. The system runs continuously unattended, with each job carrying its own process parameters. https://www.3dnatives.com/en/photocentric-jeni-14092026/ #3Dprint #3Dprinting #IndustrialAM

Equinor and Petrobras have developed the LATAM energy market first DNV-qualified polymer 3D printed part. The project addresses corrosion on valve handwheels used on offshore energy platforms, where steel deteriorates rapidly in marine environments. The polymer handwheels offer a cost-effective alternative to metal. https://www.tctmagazine.com/inside-the-development-of-the-latam-energy-markets-first-dnv-qualified-polymer-part/ #3Dprint #3Dprinting #IndustrialAM

ATLIX (formerly TRUMPF Additive Manufacturing) has rebranded its additive manufacturing portfolio. The xBUILD moniker will replace TruPrint, connecting products to the xWORLD ecosystem. Four systems - xBUILD 1000 to 5000 - cover production requirements. ATLIX will showcase at IMTS and Formnext. https://www.tctmagazine.com/atlix-announces-rebranded-additive-manufacturing-portfolio/ #3Dprint #3Dprinting #IndustrialAM

ATLANT 3D has launched the NANOFABRICATOR PRO, an industrial-scale system for atomic-level additive manufacturing targeting semiconductors, AI materials research and advanced electronics. The company is setting up U.S. manufacturing with partner AIR and recently received an order from a global AI hyperscaler. https://3dprint.com/331131/atlant-3d-scales-atomic-level-additive-manufacturing-for-chips-and-ai/ #3Dprint #3Dprinting #IndustrialAM

Haddy in Florida has printed another autonomous drone boat called the TF-179 using robotic arm 3D printing. The company serves both Disney and defence contractors, using CEAD systems to produce large-format composite parts. It is emerging as a genuine dual-use manufacturing contender. https://3dprint.com/330408/haddys-continued-attention-to-3d-printed-drone-boats-shows-why-its-becoming-a-legit-dual-use-contender/ #3Dprint #3Dprinting #IndustrialAM

Lufthansa Technik has 3D-printed a titanium replacement latch for aircraft roller shutters, working with Materialise. The part for the A330, A340 and A380 outperforms the original that suppliers refused to ship individually. https://www.tctmagazine.com/application-spotlight-lufthansa-technik-3d-printed-titanium-replacement/ #3Dprint #3Dprinting #IndustrialAM

3D Systems has received a 9 million USD award to advance the next phase of its US Air Force-funded large-format metal 3D printer program. The GEN-II DMP-1000 aims to develop flight-critical metal components at scale. Total funding now reaches 27.4 million USD. https://www.tctmagazine.com/3d-systems-moves-to-next-phase-of-us-air-force-funded-large-format-metal-3d-printer-program-with-9m-award/ #3Dprint #3Dprinting #IndustrialAM

Fortastra, a space company designing autonomous spacecraft for defence and security, has partnered with Hadrian to evaluate how additive manufacturing can support satellite development. The MOU brings Hadrian's AM division together with Fortastra's engineering team to explore 3D printing applications in spacecraft programmes. https://www.tctmagazine.com/q-a-fortastra-hadrian-discuss-the-implementation-of-am-through-mou-partnership/ #3Dprint #3Dprinting #IndustrialAM

NUWC Keyport has become the first US Naval Warfare Center to receive NAVSEA approval for a metal AM process. The approval covers the PBF process for 17-4PH stainless steel, validated on EOS M290 printers. The seven-year project marks a milestone for naval metal additive manufacturing. https://3dprint.com/330037/nuwc-keyport-becomes-first-naval-warfare-center-to-receive-official-approval-for-metal-am-process/ #3Dprint #3Dprinting #IndustrialAM

Rowan University has partnered with Phase3D to advance data-driven metal additive manufacturing research. Students now have access to in-situ quality assurance technology for real-time anomaly detection during metal AM processes. The partnership aims to build process confidence and support workforce development. https://3dprint.com/329966/phase3d-puts-ism-hardware-in-the-hands-of-ams-future-workforce-with-rowan-university-partnership/ #3Dprint #3Dprinting #IndustrialAM

At four intervals over 20 years, companies including Divergent, Seurat and Norsk Titanium decided to develop their own metal additive manufacturing technology rather than buy from existing machine OEMs. A new analysis explores why contract manufacturers are building proprietary AM systems and what this means for the industry. https://www.tctmagazine.com/deep-dives-do-industrial-additive-manufacturing-machines-cost-too-much-2/ #3Dprint #3Dprinting #IndustrialAM

3D printing markets totaled 4.35 billion USD in Q1 2026, according to Additive Manufacturing Research. Year-over-year growth reached 13.1 percent, with metal AM reaching 1.76 billion USD and polymer AM reaching 2.59 billion USD. The industrial sector marked its third consecutive quarter of growth. https://3dprint.com/328958/3d-printing-markets-4-35-billion-q1-26-am-research-report-shows/ #3Dprint #3Dprinting #IndustrialAM

Metal additive manufacturing is enabling Hyliion to produce its KARNO 200kW power generation modules. The company acquired the technology from GE Aerospace in 2022 and now uses Colibrium Additive M2 systems to manufacture complex heat exchangers. The linear heat generators can provide on-site electricity for data centres, commercial buildings and military applications. https://www.tctmagazine.com/hyliion-deploys-metal-additive-manufacturing-to-deliver-more-efficient-power-generation/ #3Dprint #3Dprinting #IndustrialAM

EOS has partnered with Constellium to bring advanced aluminium alloys to industrial additive manufacturing. Constellium's Aheadd CP1 will join EOS's materials portfolio from August, while EOS Aluminium Al5X1 will be renamed EOS Aluminium Constellium Al5X1. The partnership aims to develop next-generation aluminium alloys for aerospace, transportation and motorsport applications. https://www.tctmagazine.com/eos-sets-new-benchmark-for-aluminium-additive-manufacturing-with-constellium/ #3Dprint #3Dprinting #IndustrialAM

AM Solutions has launched the S1 Basic, a compact automated depowdering system designed for smaller additive manufacturing operations including university labs, prototyping facilities and research centres. The 2-in-1 machine combines cleaning and resurfacing for LPBF parts up to 100mm, with manual processing available for larger components up to 350mm. https://3dprint.com/327699/am-solutions-targets-smaller-am-labs-with-new-s1-basic/ #3Dprint #3Dprinting #IndustrialAM

Massivit has launched RapidWings, a composite manufacturing platform for defence and aerospace. The platform uses proprietary Cast-In-Motion technology to produce composite tooling, potentially reducing lead times from months to days. Early partners report up to 70% cost savings versus conventional metal tooling. https://www.tctmagazine.com/massivit-targets-defence-with-rapidwings-composite-manufacturing-platform/ #3Dprint #3Dprinting #IndustrialAM

Oak Ridge National Laboratory is using a hybrid 3D printing method to create foldable panels. The process combines fabric layers with deposited composite materials, potentially reducing manufacturing time by 95% and costs by 90% compared to traditional methods. Applications include aerospace, aviation and large-scale infrastructure. https://3dprint.com/327385/ornl-origami-creates-large-foldable-structures/ #3Dprint #3Dprinting #IndustrialAM

Rheinmetall UK is using Minifactory Material Extrusion to 3D print air ducting for the Challenger 3 Main Battle Tank. The company uses ULTEM 9085 filament on miniFactory Ignite systems, enabling rapid design iteration and on-demand production. https://3dprint.com/327371/rheinmetall-uses-ducting-made-with-minifactory-for-challenger-3-tanks/ #3Dprint #3Dprinting #IndustrialAM

6K Additive has acquired a metal powder atomiser from Uniformity Labs after the company went out of business. The atomiser will boost production of nickel-based alloys at 6K Additive US facility, supporting aerospace and defence applications. The company plans to expand capacity from 200 to 800 metric tons per year by the end of 2026. https://www.tctmagazine.com/atomiser-acquired-via-uniformity-labs-auction-to-play-key-role-in-6k-additive-facility-expansion/ #3Dprint #3Dprinting #IndustrialAM

Fabri has raised 13.5M USD to create a digital foundry using 3D printed wax molds for investment casting. The startup aims to automate and speed up the centuries-old foundry process for US defence. The DoD has named castings a top-four defence priority. https://3dprint.com/327032/fabri-raises-13-5-million/ #3Dprint #3Dprinting #IndustrialAM

Meltio has secured four new US defence partnerships to strengthen its sector presence. Force Automation, Snowbird Technologies, Phillips Corporation and Fastech LLC will now work with Meltio under ITAR, Type 7 FFL, SAM and ISO 9001:2015 compliance frameworks.

https://www.tctmagazine.com/meltio-establishes-several-partnerships-to-bolster-presence-in-us-defence-sector/ #3Dprint #3Dprinting #IndustrialAM

Real user insights from JLR, Rolls-Royce, Nestlé and GKN Aerospace reveal the biggest lessons from four years of additive manufacturing adoption. Key takeaways include when AM stopped being a 'nice to have' and became a core capability for major manufacturers. https://www.tctmagazine.com/four-additive-manufacturing-users-on-their-biggest-am-truths-learnings-and-more/ #3Dprint #3Dprinting #IndustrialAM

Foundation Alloy has raised 22 million USD in Series A funding to scale its MetalsFIRST solid-state metallurgy platform. The company plans to open a new 36,000 sq.ft. facility in Massachusetts later this year. https://www.tctmagazine.com/foundation-alloy-raises-22-million-in-series-a-financing-round/ #3Dprint #3Dprinting #IndustrialAM

Divergent has unveiled the Monolith One, a large-format metal 3D printer equipped with twelve 2kW lasers and a 700 x 700 x 835 mm build volume. The machine is designed for high-throughput production of tens of thousands of munition airframes or hundreds of thousands of critical piece parts annually at a new facility in Long Beach, California. https://www.tctmagazine.com/divergent-unveils-large-format-metal-3d-printer-with-twelve-2kw-lasers/ #3Dprint #3Dprinting #IndustrialAM

SSAB is expanding its steel powder facility for additive manufacturing at Oxelosund, Sweden. The plant aims to reach 350 tonnes per year at full production. Construction starts later this year with production ramping up from Q1 2028. The Swedish steel company says it is strengthening its offering in steel powder for AM and making the technology more accessible to customers. #3Dprint #3Dprinting #IndustrialAM https://www.tctmagazine.com/ssab-to-expand-production-facility-for-additive-manufacturing-steel-powder/