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Massivit Grows 350%, Signs 25 Distributors for Its Massive 3D Printers AM Industry

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Massivit 3D Printing Technologies today announced that its business has grown by almost 350% since the launch of its Massivit 1800 3D Printer at drupa 2016. The exponential success has seen the company secure over 30 customers from 15 countries on five continents. Since the launch of the flagship Massivit 1800, the company has also grown its worldwide distributor network, now 25-strong, to provide full customer service support and training.

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Kodama Launches Kickstarter for Obsidian Sub-$100 Professional 3D Printer Marketing and Content

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Kodama, the makers of Trinus, 2016ʼs highly successful Kickstarter-backed 3D printer and laser engraver, are launching a new 3D printer named Obsidian. It will be the first 3D printer made for professional applications starting at under $100. This marked the first time any company has launched a professional grade system at this price point however it would not be the first time that low cost projects have failed miserably on Kickstarter.

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ATI Begins Joint Venture With GE Aviation to Develop Meltless Titanium Additive Manufacturing

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Allegheny Technologies Incorporated, a global leader in the production of technically advanced specialty materials and components, have began a joint venture (JV) with GE Aviation for the development of a new meltless titanium alloy powder manufacturing technology. The JV will construct a new R&D pilot production facility. The titanium alloy powders are being developed for use in additive manufacturing applications, including 3D printing.

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Nano Dimension Targets Early Commercial Distribution of Dragonfly 2020 3D Printer AM Industry

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Nano Dimension, the leader in the field of 3D printed electronics is targeting early access commercial sales of its Dragonfly 2020 electronics 3D printer. The decision comes after the company successfully completed recruiting new applicants to the company’s beta program. The goal of the beta program, which began in the second half of 2016, was to allow Nano Dimension initial penetration into the market by working with leading customers. The feedback received in the beta program has been used to upgrade and refine the technology, printing capabilities, and the work processes of the company’s DragonFly 2020 3D printer. Following the positive feedback that the company received from its customers, the company decided that the targets of its beta program were achieved, allowing Nano Dimension to move on to the next stage.