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3D Printing in Aerospace

Lighter components, lower costs and faster production times enable innovative designs and increase efficiency in aerospace. The future of flight is being redefined!

3D Printing in architecture

3D printing is revolutionizing architecture - from bespoke designs to sustainable construction, it enables faster construction times, lower costs and new creative freedom.

3D printing in mechanical engineering

From prototypes to complex components, additive manufacturing enables faster development processes, cost savings and innovative designs. Discover the opportunities this technology offers for mechanical engineering.

Call for papers for the AM Science Forum of rapid.tech 3D 2025

For the 10th time, rapid.tech 3D offers an important platform for exchange between industry and research and a great opportunity for doctoral students to publish in two renowned partner journals.

Driving Large-Scale Advancement in Metal 3D Printing Industry

With advancements in capacity and sophistication at scale we have seen ever greater adoption of 3D printing by modern manufacturing looking at serial production. Key to the rise of 3D printing is the advancement in materials such as metal powders.

Stereolithography on an industrial scale - now with even higher throughput

With the SLA 750 stereolithography printer, the 3D printing pioneer has achieved a breakthrough in terms of speed, reliability and user-friendliness in additive manufacturing. The high throughput in the production of components leads directly to a reduction in hourly rates for our customers.

Rapid.Tech 3D shines in anniversary year: bringing together what belongs together

Marking its 20th anniversary, Rapid.Tech 3D has impressively reaffirmed its reputation as a pioneering trade event for industrial 3D printing. Once again, 2,700 visitors from Germany and abroad came to Erfurt between 14 and 16 May 2024.

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3D printing pioneer Dr. Brent Stucker in Erfurt

After stock market hype, technology now on a constant growth course. Strategy specialist from US analysis company Wohlers Associates predicts good opportunities for German industry in this field at the 20th Rapid.Tech 3D

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20th Rapid.Tech 3D: an opening packed with debuts

The 20th edition of Rapid.Tech 3D kicked off with an impressive keynote speech, high-calibre trade forums, innovative 3D printing applications and inspiring networking formats.

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The Agony of Choice - In-House Production or 3D Printing Service Provider?

Many companies in the 3D printing industry are facing this question. While having your own 3D printer offers independence, flexibility, and cost savings, service providers excel in expertise, consultation, and lower initial costs. Learn more about the advantages and disadvantages of both options.

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Fraunhofer Direct Digital Manufacturing Conference DDMC

The Fraunhofer Direct Digital Manufacturing Conference will take place on May 12-13, 2025 in Berlin and invites industry, science and practice partners to discuss new developments in additive manufacturing, including their industrial application. Abstract submissions until the end of May!

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Additive Process Chain from a single source

The main exhibit of the year is "FingerKit": five Fraunhofer Institutes developed a process chain for customized, certified finger joint implants. A showcase and a 3D hand model illustrate the process and product.

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3D Lattice Structures & High-Performance Plastics

Material-saving additive-manufactured lattice structures made from high-performance plastics will offer a variety of new applications for more efficient processes in the future.

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Combining the best of two worlds: How Mold One Flex brings PU foam components into perfect shape

There is a multitude of different applications for PU foams across all industries. However, conventional toolmaking imposes relatively strict limits on design. The solution: Mold One Flex uses intricate 3D-printed disposable molds that are filled with commercially available PU foams.

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Turnkey solution: multiaxial 3D printer, lightweight pellet extruder and mini granules

We have developed a cost-efficient multiaxial 3D printer based on the FLIPoQ process. We're also offering a lightweight pellet extruder including mini granules. This allows us to efficiently process even demanding and certified plastics such as PP, PC and PE.

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Electronic clothes, renewable bones, printed houses

20th Rapid.Tech 3D showcases the present and future of 3D printing. The 20th anniversary event opens its doors tomorrow. The pioneering additive manufacturing event is back at Erfurt for the 20th time.

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Customized material development - We develop materials according to your individual requirements

Standard materials do not always meet your individual requirements. Tailored to your individual material requirements, our teams of chemists and 3D printing experts develop FDM or PolyJet materials.

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Development service provider with short iteration steps

Our niche: model and prototype manufacturing as well as small series in plastic and metal. In-house technologies to accompany development processes & product optimization. Supporting phases of design, prototyping, simulation, and followed by own 3D printing, vacuum- and investment casting techniques

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Heat Sink for Power Electronics

Variety of heat sinks in small quantities and short production times, made by investment casting using different 3d-printed models from our own production facilities (4 days).

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'Too much' for 3D printing - 'too little' for a tool: Vacuum Casting Plastic

Vacuum casting - an appropriate addition to 3D printing and injection molding for a quantity range of 100-1,000 pieces. Functionally suitable materials are processed (similar to injection molding granulates), which are also cast in the customer's RAL color - with manageable mold making cost.

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Tailored Positioning Technology

Do you have a challenging task in the field of positioning technology and current market solutions do not meet your specific criteria? SmarAct will be happy to develop the right product for you. From a quantity of one.

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A well-balanced triumvirate of conference, exhibition and networking

20th Rapid.Tech 3D will link the three elements even more closely - Rapid.Tech 3D is set to welcome visitors to Erfurt for the 20th time. For its anniversary event from 14 to 16 May 2024

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Industrial 3D printing greenwall

Lattice structures, represent a fascinating application of additive manufacturing technology. They are characterized by their lightweight, resource-saving design

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Next Evolution in Additive Production – CAMS

In September 2017, Farsoon Technologies first introduced the Continuous Additive Manufacturing Solution (CAMS) concept addressing the growing movement of the laser powder bed fusion additive manufacturing industry from rapid prototyping into series volume production.

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