The direct production of functional parts without post-processing represents an evolution of additive manufacturing, aimed at eliminating post-printing processing stages. Thanks to advanced technologies and specialized materials, it is possible to obtain immediately usable components, reducing costs, times, and variability. Sectors such as aerospace and automotive are adopting these s

Titanium recycling is strengthening the security of US supply chains, reducing dependence on foreign suppliers. IperionX, with its closed-loop model, produces recycled titanium for the defense sector, improving efficiency and strategic self-sufficiency.

The defense industry is betting on production self-sufficiency with 3D printing and material recycling. The partnership between 6K Additive and AGF Defcom introduces US-made metal powder for defense components, reducing waste and external dependencies. A circular system based on waste recycling lowers costs and environmental impact, responding to national security needs and to

New smart heat exchangers, made with 3D printing technologies and patented, offer greater thermal efficiency without pumps or fans. Thanks to innovative geometries such as partial fins and preloaded integration in engines, weight, costs and consumption are reduced, improving reliability and facilitating assembly. Applications in data centers and aerospace confirm adva

Innovative materials such as technical ceramics and reinforced polymers are revolutionizing Industry 4.0, offering high-performance solutions for sectors like automotive, aerospace, and additive manufacturing. With advanced sintering and production technologies, these materials enable complex geometries and structural applications, also thanks to specialized centers like AMPP. The implementation

Innovation in materials and advanced recycling are transforming the manufacturing industry. Arkema, with the Virtucycle® program, promotes the use of recycled polymers without compromising performance. Technologies such as chemical recycling and 3D printing with recovered powders reduce environmental impact and costs. Strategic collaborations and bio-based materials open new paths towards an econ

XTPL and Manz Asia collaborate to integrate Ultra-Precise Dispensing (UPD) technology into semiconductor advanced packaging processes. Thanks to this partnership, XTPL can scale the adoption of its solution without infrastructure investments, entering the Taiwanese market through a technological demonstrator. UPD technology enables sub-micron depositions of materials c

Building a connected industrial ecosystem with PLM requires strategic partnerships, clear governance, and technology integration. PLM should be viewed as a strategic approach, not just an IT tool, to optimize processes, reduce costs, and accelerate time-to-market. It is essential to align it with digital transformation, choose compatible partners, and measure results with defined KPIs.

The 3D printing market reaches $24.2 billion in 2025, with a growth of 10.91%. The sector enters a maturity phase, shifting from machinery to production services. The Asia-Pacific region grows at 19.81%, while Europe and EMEA slow down. Services cover 48% of the market, highlighting an industrial conversion based on real usage and economic return.

Integrated production on an industrial scale is redefining the manufacturing industry through the physical and digital integration of processes. Advanced automation, data sharing, and artificial intelligence are transforming factories into intelligent, self-optimizing ecosystems, reducing times, costs, and waste.

In-process inspection based on calibrated measurements is revolutionizing quality control in metal 3D printing, replacing expensive post-production checks with precise, proactive monitoring during the process. Technologies like structured light fringe projection allow for real-time measurement of critical parameters such as layer thickness and surface roughness, mi

3D printing surpasses traditional manufacturing in terms of production times, quality, and internal defects. An EPRI project shows how convergent manufacturing reduces times from 30 months to 3 months, maintaining or improving mechanical properties. Additive manufacturing offers significant advantages for highly regulated sectors, thanks to fewer defects, more precise controls, and reduced