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In this edition of Sliced, the3D Printing Industry news digest, we cover the latest business developments and partnerships in the 3D printing sector.
今天的版本包括几个3D打印合作伙伴关系，投资，新的3D打印空气过滤系统，当天3D打印义齿以及3D印刷火箭发动机零件的涂料。
Read on for the most recent updates from door2door, Shree Rapid Technologies, ERPRO 3D FACTORY, Solukon, Zenith Tecnica, Maxar Technologies, EROFIO and more.
New partnerships and investments in 3D printing
3D印刷自动驾驶汽车制造商Local Motorshas announced a partnership withdoor2door, a German mobility software firm, to accelerate the use of self-driving cars in Europe. Together, the partners will integrate door2door’s analytics software with Local Motors’ Olli 2.0 shuttle. Additionally, door2door’s fleet management software will also be implemented, enabling riders to call Olli and set drop-off locations from their mobile phones.
Carlo Iacovini, Local Motors’ EMEA General Manager, stated, “The partnership with door2door is an important step for Local Motors as we expand operations in Europe. The agreement is well-timed as the German government commits to bringing autonomy to public transportation. door2door’s leading software will integrate well with Olli 2.0, creating a strong solution to scale as legislators recognize the viable applications of AVs.”
在其他地方，制造技术供应商Shree Rapid Technologies(SRT) has partnered with optical system specialist蔡司Indiato supply 3D scanning technology to the Indian market. Specifically, the partnership will see SRT marketing ZEISS’ coordinate measuring machines and 3D scanning systems to the Indian manufacturing industry, further advancing the country’s production capabilities.
SRT合作伙伴Nitin Chaudhary补充说：“ Zeiss India是一家领先的技术公司，从事光学和光电工业。让他们加入我们是一个很大的优势，可以提高我们成为印度AM行业端到端解决方案的唯一提供商，并根据他们的特定需求为客户提供最佳解决方案，并开发印度数字制造业部门。”
Materials developerArkemahas acquired a 10% stake in French additive manufacturing service providerERPRO 3D FACTORY(E3DF). Since its founding in 2017, E3DF has 3D printed more than 19 million components, predominantly out of polyamide 11 powder. The companies initially set up a partnership back in 2018 in a bid to work on projects in cosmetics, medical, automotive, and more.
With the recent 10% stake, Arkema is now set to bolster its expertise and accelerate the development of new applications for its high-performance polymers, which is in line with the company’s sustainable development goals. The deal will also see Arkema become a member of E3DF’s strategic committee.
SolukonMaschinenbau，一家总部位于德国的粉末去除系统制造商，选择了制造系统提供商机床系统to be its distributor in Canada. Solukon’s Smart Powder Recuperation (SPR) technology is used to depowder metal parts 3D printed via SLM, and works by generating adjustable vibration and automated two-axis part rotation.
John Manley, President of Machine Tool Systems, said, “We are pleased to represent Solukon on the growing Canadian AM market. Powder removal often is one of the pain points in industrial additive manufacturing. By partnering with Solukon we are closing the gap between manufacturing and post processing for our customers.”
基于新西兰的3D打印服务提供商Zenith Tecnicarecently celebrated its 5th partnership anniversary with satellite manufacturerMaxar Technologies。自2016年交易开始以来，Zenith Tecnica的3D印刷了260个钛零件，可为Maxar打印，促进了五个航天器的发射。就目前而言，目前在生产和组装阶段中还有另外270个零件，这些零件将继续启用八个卫星发射。
Zenith Tecnica的技术总监Pete雷电竞充值r Sefont说：“ Maxar致力于增材制造，是一位出色的客户。”“它的团队是务实的，并与供应商合作，成功利用了增材制造所提供的所有好处。雷电竞充值我们为自己的航天器制造中发挥作用而感到非常自豪。”
最后，Swinburne University of Technology和金属添加剂制造公司雷电竞充值Amaerohave partnered with theAustralian National Fabrication Facility（ANFF）推进航空航天3D打印。研究协议将使这些组织致力于开发3D印刷涡轮发动机零件的涂料，包括燃烧室和喷嘴。这些“合规的多层环境屏障涂料”（EBC）将旨在保护在极端操作条件下涂层组件。
“This is an exciting project that showcases Swinburne’s strength in materials and coatings for space,” says Professor Alan Duffy, Director of Swinburne’s Space Technology and Industry Institute. “By bringing together the brightest minds and world class capabilities from Swinburne, ANFF, and local industry excellence in Amaero, we can address the material issues within the extreme environment of a turbine engine.”
EROFIO becomes first to test GE Additive M Line 3D printer
Manufacturing firmEROFIO集团has become the first to 3D print a part using aGE添加剂Concept Laser M Line 3D printer. Set to be commercially launched later this year, the system was used to manufacture a mold core made of M300 hot work tool steel, a build that took six days. The part houses more than eight internal cooling channels, which stretch more than eight meters in total, with the smallest one being just five millimeters in diameter.
Luís Santos, metal additive manufacturing leader at EROFIO Group, adds, “We are honored to be part of GE Additive’s thorough commercial readiness process. We’re learning a lot from them and I think it’s safe to say they are learning a lot from us and our first impressions working with the M Line. Having the first part come off our system is a great milestone and we’re looking forward to supporting the wider team as the solution comes to market and beyond.”
3D printed dental solutions with Desktop Health
Desktop Metal’sdental 3D printing arm,Desktop Health,已经宣布,它将开始提供3 d革命制度党nted dental prothestics in the UK and Europe, following the safe CE certification of its patented Flexcera resin. The dentures can be prepared and 3D printed after just one in-person visit, with a typical same-day print time of just two hours. The company has stated that it will useEnvisionTEC3D printers for its dental prosthetics, which will enable Desktop Health to produce eight lifelike dentures with every build.
“We are very pleased to report CE Mark certification for Flexcera, launching our global expansion to meet the needs of dental professionals and their patients,” said Michael Jafar, President & CEO of Desktop Health. “Three years ago, we set out to create a product that addressed the limitations of current 3D printed dental prosthetics – brittleness and poor aesthetics.”
MakerBot launches new Clean Air filtration system
3D printer OEMMakerBothas announced the launch of its new Clean Air smart filtration system. The device is a digital HEPA filter compatible with the company’s METHOD and METHOD X 3D printers. By filtering out harmful, ultra-fine particles during the printing process, users can ensure a safer and healthier indoor working environment. According to MakerBot, the company’s internal testing program has shown that Clean Air is able to catch and remove up to 95% of ultra-fine particles.
Makerbot首席执行官Nadav Goshen说：“随着我们在全球范围内推进3D Printing的使用，我们致力于成为世界一流的安全。”“从符合行业认证到提供支持安全的3D打印解决方案，我们的目标始终是超过全球行业的基准。”
辛格展示3 d打印超级跑车
Over in the automotive sector, California-based car manufacturerCzingerhas showcased the final production spec of its 3D printed hypercar, the 21C. With only 80 units planned for production, the final version of the two-seater is 2m wide and weighs just 1240kg. Featuring a 2.88 liter V8 twin turbo motor, the vehicle can operate with a number of different fuel types, including carbon recycled methanol and other e-fuels.
The company’s manufacturing process involves both metal 3D printing technology and automated AI-based part design, with most of the 21C’s structural components being 3D printed usingSLM Solutionstechnology.
美国制造comments on White House supply chain review
美国制造，美国添加剂制造创雷电竞充值新组织，在拜登政府结束后发表了一份声明100-Day Review of US supply chains：
“作为美国领先的添加剂制造业的公私合作伙伴关系，以及美国第一部制造业研究所，我们赞扬了政府的调查结果，建议和创建雷电竞充值供应链中断工作组，以帮助解决美国的供应链弹性。我们期待通过部署添加剂和先进的制造技术来实现美国制造商的创新能力，继续尽力满足美国供应链需求。”
“Over the last 15 months we have seen first-hand how these technologies can play a critical role in solving supply chain gaps, both as a crisis response tool and in the name of long-term resilience, through our Advanced Manufacturing Crisis Production Response (AMCPR) program. We will continue to press forward, and work with the Administration to showcase additive and advanced manufacturing as a ready solution to the important mission of strengthening America’s supply chains, security, and manufacturing competitiveness.”
RadTech announces call for technical papers
RadTech强度rnational North America, a non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of ultraviolet and electron beam technologies, has begun accepting technical papers to be showcased at the 2022 RadTech UV+EB Technology Conference & Exposition. The event is set to take place 10 – 12 May 2022 at the Hyatt Regency Orlando.
该组织表示，它正在寻找高质量的技术论文，这些论文涵盖了从3D打印和涂料到LED技术和材料的一切进步。演示文稿的长度应限制在25分钟内，末端为5分钟以进行问答。The deadline for abstract submissions is 24 September 2021。
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