In 2026, the FDM toolchanger market has consolidated: here is the solution that stands out for performance, reliability, and software integration. The best choice depends on the specific workload.

New real-time quality control systems promise to revolutionize 3D printing by correcting errors during the production process. Optical and thermal sensors monitor printed calibration elements alongside the component, enabling immediate corrections to parameters. This reduces waste and improves precision, especially for complex geometries such as aerospace ones. The patent

New IFAM technique combines foam and 3D structures for lightweight, high-performance, low-cost composites, with energy absorption up to 10x higher.

Composite filaments for FDM 3D printing, enriched with carbon or glass fibers, exhibit brittleness and risk of breakage during printing due to poor integration between additives and the polymer matrix. Chamber heating does not improve the situation and may worsen the problem. Structural discontinuities generate localized stresses, especially in the filament path curves

The article explores how advanced software architectures, such as 64-bit systems and modern geometric libraries, are revolutionizing path planning in slicers for industrial 3D printing, improving precision, reliability, and efficiency.

3D desktop printers are becoming concrete production tools, no longer just for makers. In 2025, China exported over 5 million units, with a 331% growth. Technological improvements make them more reliable, easier to use, and suitable for professional sectors like cinema and racing drones. Adoption is growing among professionals, schools, and small businesses, with concrete cases of pr

The resilience of global chains is becoming crucial for economic sustainability. Geopolitics reveals hidden costs related to distances, logistics, and systemic fragility. Companies are reconsidering production localization and additive manufacturing to reduce risks and improve self-sufficiency.

Double-wire metal 3D printing accelerates production times by doubling the deposition speed without compromising quality. Thanks to a mathematical model that controls wire feeding in real time, the process reduces defects and allows the use of different alloys in the same component. Ideal for sectors such as aerospace and energy, this technology improves efficiency and

Functional grading in industrial additive processes enables the creation of components with variable properties in a controlled manner, modulating the thermal energy during deposition. Thanks to sensors and real-time feedback, the process allows gradual and precise transitions of mechanical characteristics, without interruptions or the need for assembly. This innovative technology finds app

Comparison between 3D printing technologies for polymers: FDM, SLA, SLS, and MJF. Each technology offers specific advantages in terms of precision, mechanical strength, surface finish, and industrial applications. The evolution of materials is expanding operational boundaries in advanced sectors such as aerospace, automotive, and medical.

HP expands Multi Jet Fusion service with the new IF 600HT printer and the Maintenance & Monitoring Service, targeting the industry with greater reliability, scalability, and flexibility on materials.

The new cloud-native CAD revolutionizes design for 3D printing, overcoming the limits of traditional systems. Thanks to hybrid modeling, simulation integration, and automation, it enables rapid and precise modifications, reducing times and errors. Ideal for scalable and innovative additive productions.