3D Printing

Evolve claims its technology, which sits alongside traditional manufacturing processes, will enable disruptive new business models by unlocking the full capabilities of additive manufacturing.

The automaker’s institutional knowledge of additive manufacturing — it began using the technology for rapid prototyping in 1989 — helped it to pivot almost overnight to making medical devices and personal protective equipment.

The Japanese company has entered into a partnership agreement with German start-up AM Polymers  covering PBT powders for 3D printing; potentially replacing polyamide 12.

The first-of-its-kind polypropylene for additive manufacturing is the product of a strategic alliance between HP and BASF.

Braskem’s unique polypropylene formula reportedly is highly stable with low warpage, excellent bed adhesion, and consistent extrusion.

Domo Chemicals’ Sinterline Technyl PA6 powders combined with Zare parts production capabilities will be a reference for OEMs and Tier parts suppliers.

The new material allows custom plastic implants to be 3D-printed while meeting the requirements of ASTM F2026, the standard specification for PEEK polymers for surgical implant applications.

From the sublime to the ridiculous, Twitter provides surprising snapshots where COVID-19 intersects with plastics.

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