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Formlabs, 3D Systems, Ultimaker, EnvisionTEC, HP show off new AM systems in Hannover 3D Printer Hardware

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Several major 3D printer manufacturers chose the Hannover fair – the largest yearly manufacturing show in the world – to display their newest systems. Many of these represent true paradigm shifts in their specific segment and it is interesting to consider that they all implement different technologies (or at least different technological grades): 3SP photopolymerization, MJF powder bed fusion, FFF extrusion, industrial SLS powder bed fusion, SLA photopolymerization and Benchtop SLS powder bed fusion.

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Stratasys launches new F900 Production systems; expands full color offer 3D Printer Hardware

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Stratasys introduced the new F900 Production 3D Printer, which is the third generation of the company’s flagship FDM system (previously known as Fortus 900). Features include an MTConnect-ready interface with production-ready accuracy and repeatability. The company also introduced an upgraded J750 – with up to 500,000 color capabilities and a new J735 polyjet system.

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Ultimaker launches new, larger format, Ultimaker S5 3D Printer Hardware

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Ultimaker today unveiled at Hannover Messe the Ultimaker S5, the latest expansion of its professional 3D printer portfolio. The future-ready Ultimaker S5 is fully optimized to fit seamlessly into existing workflows and delivers even more reliable results than before. With its larger build volume, the Ultimaker S5 is the ultimate professional solution for printing functional prototypes, manufacturing tools, and end-use parts.

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EnvisionTEC upgrades its large format 3SP systems for 25 micron resolution capability 3D Printer Hardware

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EnvisionTEC is introducing hardware update to its family of large-frame 3SP 3D printers to deliver best-in-class, 25-micron resolution. The company will now offer XY resolution of 25 microns ― equivalent to about half the cross-section of a human hair — in two of its largest 3D printers: the Vector UHD 3SP, with a build area of 300 x 200 x 275 mm (11.8 x 7.9 x 10.8 in.) and the Xede UHD 3SP, with a build area of 457 x 457 x 457 mm (18 x 18 x 18 in.)

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Bugatti and Siemens use AM to improve Chiron’s aerodynamics control system Additive Manufacturing

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Bugatti Automobiles and Siemens are pushing the limits of performance by perfecting a vehicle that is already perfect with the help of the digital twin. With a team of industry-leading technology companies collaborating, Bugatti has innovated the world’s largest functional vehicle aerodynamics control system, consisting of 3D printed bionic titanium components and carbon fiber reinforced tubes for the 1,500 PS Chiron super sports car.

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3D Systems heads toward production with Figure 4 and the world’s fastest time-to-part 3D Printer Hardware

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This week at RAPID + TCT 2018, 3D Systems is showcasing its portfolio of industry-leading solutions that are helping manufacturers move from prototyping to production and realize competitive advantages. One such platform designed for production is Figure 4 Production and Figure 4 Standalone – the fastest, most accurate 3D printing technology available. Recently released data on Figure 4 Production highlights part print speeds up to 65mm/hr, with prototyping speeds of up to 100 mm/hr. The Figure 4 platform delivers part accuracy and repeatability, with Six Sigma repeatability (Cpk > 2) across all materials. The combination of speed and accuracy complemented by a light-based UV curing process that takes minutes versus hours with heat-based curing processes yields the world’s fastest additive manufacturing throughput and time-to-part.

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XYZprinting and Nexa3D To Preview MfgPro220 xPF at Rapid + TCT 2018 3D Printer Hardware

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XYZprinting, the world leader in desktop 3D printing, and Nexa3D, the maker of ultrafast stereolithography professional-grade 3D printers, are going to jointly preview their game-changing MfgPro220 xPF 3D printer at Rapid + TCT in Fort Worth Texas, April 24-28, 2018. The two companies will offer non-stop live demonstrations of this demonstrated concept with the printer available for sale in November 2018. This is the first ultrafast 3D printer presented in partnership between XYZprinting and Nexa3D.