The latest Identify3D suite is designed to integrate intellectual property protection, manufacturing repeatability and traceability into a solution that counters the constantly evolving security threats faced by manufacturers throughout the digital manufacturing process. Identify3D says its Protect application enables industrial designers to create a secure container that encrypts manufacturing build files and couples them with business and production licensing rules. Identify3D Manage facilitates secure and accountable digital distribution of these assets, while Identify3D Enforce authenticates and decrypts the secure container and enforces the business and production rules during manufacturing. “With this update, we’re making it even easier for manufacturers to…
Materialise NV has partnered with HP, Nikon and Essentium to bring improved productivity and connectivity to additive manufacturing operations. Materialise also announced that it will release a new version of its 3D printing operations management software, Streamics 8 in June 2019, and the availability of Materialise Simulation 2.0 as an optional module with Materialise Magics 23. HP and Materialise Collaborate on Industrial-Scale 3D printing Materialise has expanded its collaboration with HP, developing a new version of its build processor to support the full range of printers in the HP Multi Jet Fusion portfolio, including the Jet Fusion 5200 and Jet…
Maplesoft has announced a new release of MapleSim, a system-level modeling tool. From digital twins for virtual commissioning to system-level models for complex engineering design projects, MapleSim is designed to help organizations reduce development risk, lower costs and enable innovation. The latest release provides improved performance, increased modeling scope and more ways to connect to an existing toolchain, according to the company. Maplesoft says simulation is faster for all customers in MapleSim 2019 due to more efficient handling of constraints when preparing the model, resulting in more compact, faster simulation code without any loss of fidelity. In addition, models developed…
Stratasys has established an authorized materials partner program designed to expand the range of high-performance polymers available to manufacturers leveraging Stratasys’ fused deposition modeling (FDM) process in 3D printing applications. As an initial step, Solvay has been selected to help launch the program and deliver new polymers for the Stratasys F900 3D printer. Under the authorized materials partner program, Solvay will access tools and Stratasys expertise to develop materials aligned with the company’s quality and performance benchmarks. The partners will share an authorized partner materials roadmap to guide Solvay’s selection and development of materials for Stratasys FDM printers. “Stratasys is…
3D Systems has announced June 2019 general availability of its Figure 4 Modular, as well as five new materials that will roll out over the coming months and will extend the company’s production workflows. The Figure 4 platform is a production system with configurations designed to allow customers to grow as their needs and businesses require. Figure 4 Modular is a digital light printing (DLP) production solution capable of producing parts with high surface quality and fidelity, according to the company. 3D Systems says the Figure 4 platform helps accelerate time-to-market with up to 100 mm/hr production and six sigma…
Today, Locus Robotics, a market leader in autonomous mobile robots (AMR) for fulfillment warehouses, and RightHand Robotics (RHR), a leader in providing integrated robotic piece-picking solutions, announced a partnership to deliver cross-platform robotics solutions for warehouse fulfillment operators. Locus and RHR will give a preview of their multi-stage fulfillment solution at Manhattan Associates’ Momentum Conference 2019 from May 20 -23rd in Phoenix, Arizona. “We are excited to partner with RightHand Robotics, a recognized leader in performance and efficiency driving piece-picking solutions,” said Rick Faulk, CEO of Locus Robotics. “Our companies share a vision of delivering innovative, industry-leading technology solutions that…
Sigma Labs announces PrintRite3D Version 5.0, an integrated, interactive system combining inspection, feedback, data collection and critical analysis for metal additive manufacturing. The product is being introduced at the RAPID+TCT Additive Manufacturing Conference in Detroit, May 20-23, 2019. The system pairs PrintRite3D SENSORPAK multi-sensors and hardware with PrintRite3D INSPECT, PrintRite3D CONTOUR and PrintRite3D ANALYTICS software modules for comprehensive management of AM processes. Companies using metal additive manufacturing (AM) have traditionally been hindered by the inability to analyze the structure of a part during the manufacturing process. They also lacked the ability to make real-time adjustments to ensure an acceptable level…
Dear DE Reader: Additive manufacturing (AM) has turned a corner. The long-sought goal of printing production parts in volume is becoming a reality. For metal AM specifically, the inability to analyze part structure during the manufacturing process has been a key factor limiting mainstream adoption. Thanks to a significant update, Sigma Labs now offers an independent solution for real-time structure analysis during metal AM part production; it’s why PrintRite3D Version 5.0 is our Editor’s Pick of the Week. PrintRite3D is an in-process quality control platform for metal additive manufacturing. It combines inspection, feedback, data collection and critical analysis. The platform…
Manhattan Associates has announced the launch of the Manhattan Automation Network, a program designed to speed the development and implementation of modern distribution center automation and robotics in partnership with leading warehouse automation solution providers. The program is designed to deliver joint solution design, integration touchpoints and implementation approaches between some of the industry’s leading warehouse management solution and innovative robotics providers. The Manhattan Automation Network is launching with five inaugural members: Kindred AI, Locus Robotics, Matthews Automation Solutions, Right Hand Robotics and VCO Systems. According to a release from Manhattan Associates, the recent growth of omnichannel retail and a…
With the rise of AGVs in industrial automation, added flexibility to production flow is a growing need. But no longer do supply chain and logistics operations need to limit their processes to just indoors. SICK’s outdoorScan3 revolutionizes the world of AGVs, allowing you to take your automation processes outdoors to connect multiple production sites. As the first-ever outdoor certified safety laser scanner, the outdoorScan3 is certified for indoor and outdoor use with ISO 13849 and IEC/TC 62998 certifications. Meaning it’s tested and proven to work as effectively in harsh conditions as it does in ideal conditions. The outdoorScan3 provides you…
At the RAPID + TCT 2019 event, Stratasys is unveiling a supplier agreement with the New York Yacht Club, American Magic, a challenger for the 36th America’s Cup. American Magic is the combination of three racing programs and a leading yacht club—joining forces to win the America’s Cup, the highest prize in sailing and the oldest event in international sports. American Magic is using the Stratasys Fortus 450mc, which is capable of 3D printing carbon fiber reinforced FDM Nylon 12. American Magic boats are specifically designed with aerodynamics in mind, and supported by the team’s Official Innovation Partner, Airbus. The…
Desktop Metal has announced today a strategic partnership with Indo-MIM, a large supplier of metal injection molding (MIM) precision-engineered products with over 100 million metal parts produced annually for global original equipment manufacturers. Together, Desktop Metal and Indo-MIM will offer solutions to enable companies around the world to design and produce metal additively manufactured parts at scale and shorten time to market. Indo-MIM will draw upon its expertise in design, tooling, sintering, materials and its full range of finishing and assembly operations, to deliver precision metal 3D printed parts to companies spanning the automotive, aerospace, medical, industrial machinery industries and…