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Surface Finish for 3D Printed Tooling: Advancing PBF Technology as a Production Tool
jwilson2023-09-26T18:13:14+00:00As Powder Bed Fusion technology matures, its capabilities meet the needs of more and more industries. One of the faster growing sectors is Additive’s involvement in Aluminum Die Casting. Here,...
Important Considerations for Material Development in AM
Sarah Plummer2023-09-22T12:16:24+00:00Development of new materials to be utilized with AM technology is a key step in fully realizing the potential AM has to offer. Additive manufacturing (AM) is a revolutionary manufacturing...
Innovative Advancements in Acetabular Cup Manufacturing: The Revolutionary Impact of AddUp’s FormUp 350
Sarah Plummer2023-08-15T04:24:14+00:00AddUp's FormUp 350 additive manufacturing technology revolutionizes acetabular cup production by offering efficient Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) capabilities that outperform traditional methods and Electron Beam Technology (EBM). Introduction Acetabular...
Surface Finish – Why it Matters for Medical
Sarah Plummer2023-09-22T12:18:56+00:00Surface finish is crucial in additive manufacturing of medical devices and implants, as it must meet or exceed the standards set by traditional subtractive manufacturing methods, ensuring better patient outcomes...
Innovations in the Manufacturing of Spinal Fusion Devices
Sarah Plummer2023-09-22T12:24:00+00:00The FormUp 350 Powder Bed Fusion (PBF) machine revolutionizes the manufacturing of large spinal fusion devices, offering increased efficiency, precision, and cost-effectiveness. Introduction Spinal fusion devices play a crucial role in the...
The Importance of Certifications in the Additive Manufacturing (AM) Industry
Sarah Plummer2023-09-22T12:21:33+00:00Learn why certifications in the manufacturing industry, and specifically additive manufacturing, are important. AddUp has a strong focus on quality and believe our certifications enhance our reputation and credibility, and...
Surface Finish – Why It Matters for Aerospace Applications
Sarah Plummer2023-08-10T15:10:43+00:00The Critical Role of Surface Finish in Fluidic Aerospace Applications: Unveiling its Importance for Heat Exchangers and Turbo Housings. Author: Mark Huffman, Aerospace and Defense , AddUp Heat Exchangers: Optimizing Thermal Performance In...
What’s the future of in-process monitoring for Additive Manufacturing?
Sarah Plummer2023-07-11T12:59:28+00:00The use of monitoring solutions during the process could take the place, or at least reduce, the amount of post-production inspections that are needed and provide an increased confidence in...
Powder Handling for LPBF Technology and the Introduction of a Complete Closed-Loop Solution
Sarah Plummer2023-07-25T04:41:06+00:00This article discusses the importance of powder handling in Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) technology and introduces AddUp's Autonomous Powder Module (APM) as a comprehensive closed-loop solution. Written by: Mark Huffman,...
Why the medical and aerospace sectors will continue leading the way for AM adoption in the coming years
Sarah Plummer2023-07-11T13:05:30+00:00The medical and aerospace sectors are expected to continue leading the adoption of metal additive manufacturing (AM) due to their high-value products and relatively low volumes. The metal additive manufacturing (AM)...
How the FormUp 350 helps Zeda develop challenging applications to exceed customer needs | Interview with Zeda’s Director of Additive Technologies
Sarah Plummer2023-07-11T13:14:39+00:00The interview with Zeda's Director of Additive Technologies highlights how the flexibility of the FormUp 350 platform helps develop challenging applications and maximize productivity. The AddUp partnership is driven by...
Interview Blog: How will the AddUp & Zeda partnership benefit the AM Industry?
Mathieu Roche2023-07-11T13:16:15+00:00The partnership between AddUp and Zeda is set to benefit key industries such as aerospace and medical sectors. With Zeda's expertise in additive manufacturing (AM) and AddUp's advanced FormUp350 print...
AM In The Medical Industry
Mathieu Roche2023-09-22T12:37:37+00:00For the medical industry that wishes to manufacture surgical implants via metal 3D printing, there are many criteria to consider: quality, safety, productivity and traceability. Read this blog to learn...
Finding Additive Solutions: Interview with FORM+Werkzeug
Mathieu Roche2023-08-21T18:54:00+00:00Interview of WBA and AddUp Managers to explain the background and goals of a joint initiative of creating an AM Tooling Competence Center at the WBA in early 2023. Original Interview...
NATHENA: Creating The Most Innovative Heat Exchanger
Mathieu Roche2023-09-22T12:42:25+00:00With ten years of experience in additive manufacturing applied to complex products, particularly heat exchangers, SOGECLAIR Aerospace established a consortium to attack this project. SOGECLAIR is a high-tech engineering company...
What Is Metal Additive Manufacturing?
Mathieu Roche2023-09-22T12:58:55+00:00Metal additive manufacturing, offers the ability to produce complex parts, reduce costs, and address challenges related to complexity, performance, tooling costs, and supply chain. Metal additive manufacturing is a relatively new technology...
3D Printed Parts Inside AddUp Machines
Mathieu Roche2023-09-22T15:26:35+00:00AddUp, a manufacturer of metal 3D printers, not only offers parts production services but also utilizes its own machines to manufacture components for their 3D printers. AddUp is a manufacturer...
Additive Manufacturing For The Defense Sector
jwilson2023-09-22T13:42:17+00:00Additive manufacturing, or 3D printing, has become an essential tool for the military, offering cost and time savings, improved supply chain performance, and enhanced operational readiness. With its promise to...
Support Free & Hassle Free Additively Manufactured Static Mixer
jwilson2023-09-22T13:09:40+00:00Read how AddUp’s roller recoater and finer powder particle size distribution (PSD) provides finer features, improved surface finish and eliminates the needs for supports when producing a static mixer. Written by: Nick...
Metal 3D Printing: A New Toolbox?
Mathieu Roche2023-07-11T14:55:48+00:00Metal additive manufacturing, specifically laser powder bed fusion (L-PBF) technology, offers new possibilities for the molding and tooling sectors. It enables the production of molds with complex geometries, interlocking parts,...
3D Printing And Aeronautics: Get Your Ideas Off The Ground!
Mathieu Roche2023-06-02T19:38:43+00:00In June 2020, the French government launched a support plan for the aeronautics industry to help manufacturers in the sector overcome the consequences of the health crisis and encourage them...
Repair And Spare Parts: Is 3D Printing The Solution?
Luc Debenoit2023-09-22T15:30:37+00:00Utilizing metal 3D printing for part repair, manufacturers can overcome supply chain challenges, reduce production costs, and ensure rapid availability of complex parts. Any operations manager knows that when a...
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