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Formnext 2016 Establishes Leading Role as Worldwide Engine of Innovation 3D Printing Processes

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In 2015, the very first formnext had already established itself as a leading international gathering at the exhibition grounds in Frankfurt. For four days, the formnext 2016 event wowed visitors from across the globe with its diverse array of groundbreaking developments and world premieres. 307 exhibitors presented their cutting-edge portfolios to 13,384 attendees and informed them about the efficient realization of parts and products from design to serial production.

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TreeD Filaments Releases Guide to Materials for Filaments in 3D Printing 3D Printing Processes

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Italian leading technical filament manufactuer TreeD realsed the most complete and up to date guide for 3D printing materials, with is all there is to know about polymers in order to obtain the best results with 3D Printing. The compact Doctor Filaments, Guide for 3D Printing Materials intends to provide information for the optimal use of polymer-based filaments produced by us in the 3D printing industry.

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Formnext, Stratasys, HP and Major Announcements Mark New Era for AM 3D Printing Events

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Ever since the name 3D printing was adopted globally a few years ago the AM industry has been on the verge of entering a new era. In a way 3D printing has been on the verge of entering a new era since it was invented in 1986. The risk here is that it “is, was and always will be the future of manufacturing”. The reality, fortunately, is that while that may be so, the industry is really coming into its own and the hugely successful 2016 edition of formnext is a clear indication of what that may mean.

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3D Systems demonstrates new digital manufacturing solutions AM Industry

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3D Systems showcased today how advancements in its digital manufacturing technologies can offer viable, enhanced alternatives to traditional manufacturing processes. By providing access to accelerated, cost-efficient means of production, 3D Systems provides its customers a competitive advantage in designing and manufacturing unique and low volume products. At formnext 2016, the company highlighted three key technology innovations driving this shift: Digital Molding, materials innovation and advanced software solutions.

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SAP, Stratasys Accelerate Distributed Manufacturing Innovation Across Network of 3D Printing Labs AM Industry

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SAP SE today announced it is establishing a global network of 3D printing co-innovation labs to educate and enable customers, employees and partners on the adoption of additive manufacturing as an integral part of the manufacturing production line. Unveiled in conjunction with charter co-innovation partner Stratasys Ltd, the 3D printing and additive manufacturing solutions company, this initiative builds on SAP’s more than 40 years of experience across the industry. Digital manufacturing and co-innovation sites are currently being rolled out across Paris, France; Johannesburg, South Africa; Walldorf, Germany; and Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, and Palo Alto, California, in the United States.