3D printing is revolutionizing the development of hypersonic vehicles, reducing costs and production times. Programs like the Pentagon's HyCAT focus on rapid and reusable test platforms, such as Hypersonix's DART AE demonstrator, entirely 3D printed. Additive manufacturing allows for complex geometries and the use of advanced materials resistant to high temperatures, accelerating

HP MJF Technology revolutionizes industrial production, enabling flexibility, lead time reduction, and digital warehousing. Ideal for sectors such as aerospace, defense, medical, and data centers, it allows for on-demand production of custom components, improving supply chain resilience and reducing costs. Integration with traditional processes and the use of advanced materials make

The direct production of functional parts without post-processing represents an evolution of additive manufacturing, aimed at eliminating the processing stages following printing. 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

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

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

Building a connected industrial ecosystem with PLM requires strategic partnerships, clear governance, and technological integration. PLM must be seen 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 redefines the manufacturing industry through the physical and digital integration of processes. Advanced automation, data sharing, and artificial intelligence transform factories into intelligent, self-optimizing ecosystems, reducing time, costs, and waste.

The M4 Basic by AM Solutions is a compact and plug-and-play system for industrial post-processing, ideal for small and medium-sized production realities. It guarantees quality finishes, repeatability and sustainability, eliminating manual methods. With easy installation, compatibility with various AM technologies and low operating costs, it represents an efficient and scalable solution for int

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