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

Customizing colors and materials in consumer 3D printing requires technical expertise to achieve aesthetic and functional results, with technologies such as structural color and advanced mixing systems.

The filed patents improve dust control in metal 3D printing, monitoring its characteristics and flow in real-time to adapt process parameters. This reduces waste, improves layer quality and increases repeatability, with positive impacts on costs and production times.

The TCT Awards 2026 highlight the growing role of additive manufacturing in strategic sectors such as aerospace, defense, and automotive, with projects that integrate optimized structures, advanced materials, and cross-sector collaborations.

Hybrid metal-polymer FDM extrusion allows printing parts with metallic properties using composite filaments, without complex post-processing. It combines ease of use and safety, reducing costs and production times. Ideal for rapid prototyping and production of complex metal components in sectors such as aerospace, automotive, and tooling.

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

Self-produced design for micro-companies: operational playbook to bring an idea from prototype to sale, with a focus on workflow, accessible tools, and integration between production and branding. A methodical approach to building a scalable and sustainable business.

3D modeling tools are revolutionizing youth education, making STEAM learning more visual, interactive, and engaging. Through intuitive interfaces and complete design cycles, students transform ideas into physical objects, developing technical and creative skills from primary school. Software like BlocksCAD and SelfCAD combine geometry, coding and s

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

An ESA project studies how to transform lunar regolith into conductive materials to print electronic components in space, reducing dependence on Earth supplies.