Additive Manufacturing

Do's and Don'ts of Finishing Metal 3D-Printed Parts
Finishing 3D-printed parts requires different considerations than conventionally machined ones. One expert offers tips.

3D Printing Safety Concerns
The latest edition of our AM Magazine puts safety front and center with a story on how the UL Additive Manufacturing Competency Center takes a safety-first approach in additive manufacturing training, tackling often-overlooked safety concerns. Also ...

Wire EDM Offers More Than Just Precision
Among other benefits, these two shops have saved significant production time by using wire EDM for part-cutoff operations previously conducted on bandsaws.

Building a Better Tool
Collaboration was key to building a mold that would drastically cut cycle time.

See More at Amerimold 2017
Registration is now open for the annual trade show. Though the venue is familiar, this year’s event is expanding its offerings for tool- and moldmakers.

Additive Manufacturing February Issue Examines Safety for Metal AM
This issue's cover story takes a deep dive into safety for metal additive manufacturing. Read this story and more in the digital edition.

Call for Papers: Additive Manufacturing Conference 2017
Have something to say about additive manufacturing? Submit an abstract for the October conference.

SLIDESHOW: Technology Showcase, Additive Manufacturing
Working on sister publication Additive Manufacturing has shown me how important it is to stay on top of technology that may have a great impact on the way mold manufacturers can compete today. And, that includes additive manufacturing. Check out thi...

Video: Update on Hybrid Manufacturing
Greg Hyatt of DMG MORI discusses hybrid manufacturing, the strategy that combines subtractive and additive processes.

Three Design Strategies for Additive Manufacturing
It’s possible to reproduce existing designs via metal additive manufacturing. But the greatest benefits come from designing intentionally with additive in mind.