With Construction Booming, Tech Is the Missing Piece
April 8, 2023
Construction as an industry faces many challenges, but assisting the existing skilled workforce is a top priority and an area where robotics can help, observes Heartland Ventures.
Markforged Completes Move to New Global Headquarters in Waltham, Mass.
April 5, 2023
Markforged, an additive manufacturing provider, said its new headquarters will include research and development space alongside corporate offices and an interactive product showroom.
‘Wohlers Report 2023’ Finds Double Digit Growth Continuing in Additive Manufacturing
April 2, 2023
'Wohlers Report 2023' observed that additive manufacturing continues to grow across industries ranging from construction to healthcare, and it included some predictions.
Piab Group Acquires COVAL, IB to Extend Materials Handling Reach
March 30, 2023
Piab, which provides robotic grippers, is adding COVAL's vacuum automation systems and IB Verfahrens- und Anlagentechnik's bulk materials conveyance to its offerings.
International Conference for Advanced Manufacturing 2023 Adds Robotics to Additive Manufacturing in Agenda
March 24, 2023
The International Conference for Advanced Manufacturing from Oct. 30 to Nov. 2 in Washington, D.C., will be an opportunity to learn about robotics and additive manufacturing.
Nano Dimension Offers to Acquire Stratasys for $1.1B to Create Additive Manufacturing Leader
March 13, 2023
Nano Dimension has offered to acquire Stratasys for $18 per share in cash at a 36% premium to the March 1 stock price. The combined 3D printing company could be a market leader.
Gen Z Roboticists Important in the Age of ChatGPT
February 28, 2023
Gen Z offers hope for a new wave of innovative automation, but academia and industry must nurture and recruit a new generation of talent, says investor Oliver Mitchell.
ARM Institute Funds 11 Advanced Manufacturing Projects to Develop Automated Technologies
February 5, 2023
The ARM Institute recently announced the latest projects it is funding as part of its Technology Project Call program.
Digital Twins Direct 3D Printing to Accurately Repair Metal Parts, Finds Tokyo University of Science
January 16, 2023
Digital twins, in the form of automatically generated metal powder deposition elements and predictions of forming process conditions, can help mechanical repairs.
ASTM International to Host Workshop on Digital Construction Roadmapping
January 9, 2023
ASTM International and NIST plan to host an in-person discussion about the state of digital construction and the desired direction for the industry and technology.
Additive Construction Is the ‘Next Frontier,’ Says Wohlers Associates, as ASTM International Works With NIST
December 28, 2022
Additive construction applies 3D printing and could advance building processes, according to Wohlers Associates. Its parent ASTM International is developing a roadmap with NIST.
Indy Autonomous Challenge Returns to CES 2023 and Las Vegas Motor Speedway
December 18, 2022
The Indy Autonomous Challenge is continuing to push the limits of self-driving cars with its next race at CES 2023, which will include new technologies and head-to-head matches.
Shadow Ventures Discusses New Report on Technology in the Construction Industry
December 15, 2022
Shadow Ventures noted challenges such as declining productivity and undercapitalization, but it found 125 technology companies that could help the building industry.
Markforged Manufacturing Facility in Billerica, Mass., Obtains ISO 9001:2015 Certification
December 15, 2022
Markforged said the certification for quality and reliability demonstrates its commitment to quality production of 3D-printed parts for aerospace and other demanding industries.
Markforged Adds Simulation Features to Additive Manufacturing Software
November 15, 2022
Markforged's new Simulation software enabled Larsen Motorsports to design and produce 3D printed steering wheels faster and with fewer iterations.
Handddle Micro-Factories Platform and Markforged Eiger to Jointly Enable Standardization and Process Monitoring
November 11, 2022
Handddle said its SMART FARM will connect with Markforged's cloud software and 3D printers to ensure additive manufacturing consistency across sites.
Optomec and Acme Manufacturing Show Automated Workcell for Adaptive Turbine Part Repair at Formnext
November 11, 2022
Optomec, an additive manufacturing firm, and Acme, a robotic material removal expert, have built a unified workcell for aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul.
Automation Is a Recession Hedge, Say Speakers at ffVC Drones & Robotics Summit
October 16, 2022
Automation, including robots, drones, and autonomous vehicles, can not only provide efficiency but also resilience, said speakers at ff Venture Capital's event.
How to Create an Effective 3D Printing Workflow
September 17, 2022
3D printing and additive manufacturing offer new levels of speed and flexibility for production, but you must first understand processes, materials, and scale.
Innovate Products & Equipment to Merge with Eckhart to Become Supplier of High End Autonomous Systems
August 25, 2022
Arsenal Capital Partners believe by merging the two companies it has a chance to build a leading automation systems provider.
