NUBURU delivers blue lasers for new metal AM system by Essentium 3D Printer Hardware

NUBURU, a leading innovator in high-power and high-brightness industrial blue laser technology, delivered multiple units were delivered to Essentium, a worldwide leader in industrial thermoplastic filament extrusion additive manufacturing. In May 2022, Essentium and NUBURU jointly announced a multi-year, multi-million-dollar agreement to develop and manufacture a blue laser-based metal AM platform.

Zortrax introduces metal 3D printing options for desktop M300 Dual Additive Manufacturing

Zortrax is introducing a metal 3D printing option for the desktop M300 Dual 3D printer. The M300 Dual is compatible with an exceptionally broad selection of materials – starting from basic, economical filaments and flexible materials, through to engineering materials like nylon, and highly specialized, carbon- and glass-reinforced polymers for advanced technical applications. This wide range is now further expanded with two kits: Zortrax Full Metal Package 316L and Zortrax Full Metal Package 17-4 PH. Both sets contain all the essentials for desktop metal 3D printing, including metal-polymer filaments by BASF Forward AM: BASF Ultrafuse 316L and BASF Ultrafuse 17-4.

XJet to go public on NASDAQ via IPO Money & Funding

Israel’s XJet, which develops advanced nanoparticle material jetting technology for 3D printing of metal and ceramic parts, is seeking to raise about between $8 and $12 million from an initial public offering (IPO) of 2,000,000 shares on the Nasdaq. Together with Velo3D, XJet is the first of a new generation of AM hardware companies to go public and also the first one to do so via a “standard” IPO in recent years.

Orbital Composites launches Orbital e- robotic AM system 3D Printer Hardware

With a new, more stylish, logo and website, Orbital Composites has launched its latest product, Orbital e-, an affordable yet highly capable robotic additive manufacturing (AM) system tailor-made for education and research customers. Orbital is introducing this compact, single-robot system to democratize access to robotic AM, with a highly attractive starting price of just under $100,00 or a 24-month lease option at $4,000 per month.

Obayashi Corporation completes first 3D printed cement-based building in Japan AM Nations

Obayashi Corporation, one of Japan’s leading construction companies, has reported the completion of its 3D printed demonstration building, named ‘3dpod’ – a project that started in May 2022. 3dpod is a distinct type of structure that has been approved by the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport, and Tourism under the Building Standards Act, in Japan. This reportedly marks its status as the first-ever building in the country to be constructed using 3D printers with cement-based materials.