The additive manufacturing sector is experiencing a shift: from growth based on volumes to a strategy focused on margins, vertical specialization, and operational optimization. Companies like Materialise demonstrate how consolidation and attention to profitability, rather than expansion, can guarantee positive cash flows and solid financial positions, even

The Breast Cancer Locator by Cairn Surgical is a customized 3D guide obtained from magnetic resonance imaging to precisely locate breast tumors during lumpectomies. Created using 3D printing with biocompatible materials, it improves surgical margins, reduces reoperations, and offers millimetric positioning of the guide wire and dye. The device, created based on the anatomy

New entry-level LPBF systems, such as Metal-Base, make metal 3D printing accessible to startups and labs with costs under €10,000, thanks to innovative technologies, compact design, and open-source software.

The PowTReX by Volkmann is an advanced system for the automated management of metal powders in additive production. It integrates pneumatic transport, ultrasonic sieving, and automatic recovery in a closed, explosion-proof environment, ensuring safety, material quality, and production continuity. Ideal for scalable industrial contexts and multi-supplier environments, it supports various metal allo

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

Chitosan bioprinting allows the creation of customized patches for chronic ulcers, combining mechanical barrier, antibacterial release, and support for tissue regeneration. Studies from the University of Mississippi show promising results in accelerating healing and reducing infections, thanks to the biocompatible and multifunctional properties of chitosan. The technol

The choice of materials for medical implants requires a balance between biocompatibility, durability, and costs. Titanium, PEEK, and bioresorbable materials like magnesium offer different solutions with specific advantages. Innovations such as TPMS structures and AI improve bone integration and reduce surgical times. Customization allows for better results, even with higher initial costs.

Soft robotics and multi-material 3D printing are revolutionizing automation, enabling the creation of lightweight, flexible, and safe robots. Thanks to an innovative process developed at Harvard University, it is now possible to build soft humanoids without molds, integrating rigid and gel-like materials in a single printing process. This technology opens new avenues for applications

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.

Industrial additive manufacturing today combines speed and precision thanks to advanced technologies such as multi-laser, AI and automated post-processing. Systems like SSLM and TVAM drastically reduce production times while maintaining high quality. High-performance materials – technical polymers, metal alloys and composites – expand applications. Automation in vapor smoothing and depowdering m

Australia is using additive manufacturing to build more resilient public infrastructure, reducing dependence on foreign suppliers and strengthening local production thanks to collaborations between research, industry, and government.

Advanced photopolymerization in 3D printing includes technologies such as TVAM, which is fast but less precise, and 2PP, which is extremely detailed but slow. Both offer complementary advantages: TVAM for rapid volumes, 2PP for micro-details. Hybrid solutions integrate the two technologies to maximize productivity and precision, opening up new possibilities in fields such as bio-engineering and micro-optics.