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The company’s use of 3D printing will include shape-setting fixtures for nitinol-based rapid prototypes and prototype-to-production manufacturing for medical implants.
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The company will add to its additive manufacturing capability with this strategic investment.... Read more »
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This year’s event, April 23-26 in Fort Worth, Texas, features several educational sessions and topics of interest for orthopaedic medical device professionals.... Read more »
Among our takeaways from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Annual Meeting include the trend that products must correlate to better patient outcomes and more efficient (quicker, less expensive) procedures.... Read more »
The project involves additively manufactured zirconia-based ceramic orthopaedic implants.... Read more »
The company is adding a fifth 3D printer to its manufacturing facility.... Read more »
Joe Haniford and Mike Murtagh see roles change in a series of strategic moves.... Read more »
The $15 million center will employ up to 50 employees within the 29,000-square-foot facility.... Read more »
GE’s ownership stake in Arcam is now around 95%.... Read more »
The Härryda, Sweden space will open in 1Q19 ... Read more »
Oxford Performance Materials says that study results reveal superior antibacterial properties of PEKK structures compared to PEEK surfaces.... Read more »
FDA published its guidance on additive manufacturing technical considerations, outlining the Agency’s long-awaited position on use of the technology for medical devices.... Read more »
Arcam purchased DiSanto Technology in 2014 for US $15.8MM in cash and stock.... Read more »
The Lichtenfels, Germany facility will house around 500 employees and will open in early 2019.... Read more »
This global innovation hub will advance AM technical standards, related research and development, education, training and more.... Read more »
CarTech Puris 5+ exceeds the standard Ti 6Al-4V Grade 5 strength levels by nearly 18%.... Read more »
Companies announced numerous spine product regulatory decisions and market launches well in advance of the 2017 NASS Annual Meeting. We've recapped product updates as a guide for what you can see and hear about on the exhibit floor.... Read more »
Precision ADM is the first Canadian supplier of metal additive and subtractive manufacturing to receive this certification.... Read more »
The new manufacturing plant in Saint-Eustache will employe 106 staff by the end of 2017. ... Read more »
A new white paper produced by the Society of Manufacturing Engineers’ (SME) Medical Additive Manufacturing/3D Printing Workgroup offers an evidence-building framework that may be used to conduct studies and set guidelines.... Read more »
To allow GE Additive to meet the growing industry demand for additive components, they are seeking to identify companies to become certified additive production centers by the end of the year.... Read more »
MinebeaMitsumi acquired C&A Tool Engineering to expand its presence in medical, additive manufacturing, precision machining and ball bearings.... Read more »
OXPEKK Custom Compounds offer properties attractive to users of high performance polymers, such as superior fatigue performance.... Read more »
GE Additive companies will be preferred suppliers of AM machines to Oerlikon. ... Read more »
Renishaw will lead processes used to make 3D-printed joint replacements, jigs and guides.... Read more »
Samuel’s purchase of Burloak Technologies allows Carpenter and Samuel to offer solutions from concept to delivery in additive manufacturing. ... Read more »
PTC's ThingWorx ® Platform is designed to help customers maximize productivity. ... Read more »
The launch unifies Arcam EBM, AP&C and DTI under GE Additive as one common brand structure. ... Read more »
Local representation for Lithoz addresses the requirements of the American Export Control. ... Read more »
Arcam's EBM operations will be led by General Manager, Karl Lindblom. ... Read more »
The $35MM purchase included manufacturing assets, patents and related IP. ... Read more »
As you consider your priorities for the AAOS Annual Meeting, keep in mind that the conference continues to attract exhibiting supplier and service providers. This list allows you to identify companies by their main capability.... Read more »
The Chinese government has prioritized medical device development, as well as local and international investments by domestic device companies. These initiatives, along with shifts in OEM to hospital distribution channels and newly-structured tiered healthcare, are expected to affect and shape the o... Read more »
The transaction provides immediate entry into the titanium powder market, much earlier than previously planned. ... Read more »
The initiative will support streamlining and simplifying the design-to-manufacturing process.... Read more »
The initiative supports access to 3D printing technology for multiple industrial markets.... Read more »
The agreement allows for GE to take full ownership of Concept Laser over the next several years.... Read more »
Talk of the promise of additive manufacturing and 3D printing often centers on aspects of cost, speed, advanced designs, clinical outcomes. With any technology used in our highly-regulated, patient-facing industry, quality—of the process, of the machine, of the finished product, of the knowledge o... Read more »
GE will acquire a 75% stake in Concept Laser, manufacturer of additive manufacturing machines.... Read more »
The unknowns of additive manufacturing have held up some companies from fully committing to its adoption. But, this hasn’t stopped them from progressing and making significant investments. Here's some action from the last few months.... Read more »
AP&C plans to invest up to CAD 31MM in this facility, creating 106 new jobs within the next three years.... Read more »
Materialise, a provider of Additive Manufacturing (AM) software and 3D printing solutions, released the beta version of Magics21, a validation program of the company’s software package for data preparation. Earlier in 2016, Materialise launched the Materialise Magics 3D Print Suite, combining func... Read more »
The partnership will leverage Oberg's expertise in complex tooling and precision machined metal components for use in Pitt’s ANSYS Additive Manufacturing Research Lab.... Read more »
GE plans to acquire Arcam and SLM Solutions, suppliers of additive manufacturing equipment, for US $1.4BB in cash.... Read more »
The orthopaedic industry has become more invested in additive manufacturing, as demonstrated by product launches, partnerships and FDA’s recent guidance document on the technology. But, what do surgeons think about it?... Read more »
Arcam, a supplier of Additive Manufacturing (AM) equipment, announced that its powder manufacturing subsidiary AP&C, in Montreal, Canada, has agreed with Investissement Québec (IQ) on a financing arrangement whereby IQ supports AP&C’s investment in a new powder plant with interest-free lo... Read more »
Evonik is investigating development of biodegradable high-strength composites. These materials could potentially replace metal in implants used for the internal fixation of fractured bones.
Today’s metallic devices typically remain in the body for the rest of the patient’s life or require a sec... Read more »
NN, a diversified industrial company, has completed the validation and production readiness certification of its Additive Manufacturing (DMLS) process technology for the medical device industry.
NN's customers who specialize in orthopaedic instruments and implants have been among the early implemen... Read more »
In order for additive manufacturing to move from tinkering technology to widely-used process, it’s imperative to prove its long-term benefits. In May, researchers, surgeons, device companies and additive manufacturing suppliers gathered to develop guidelines to build data and support reimbursement... Read more »
Methods 3D, a subsidiary of Methods Machine Tools, announced the addition of the ProJet® MJP 3600 to its line of 3D printers and direct metal 3D printers from 3D Systems.
Methods 3D has installed the ProJet MJP 3600 within its multiple technology centers across the U.S. to provide product demonstr... Read more »
FDA published draft guidance on technical considerations for additive manufactured devices in response to the technology’s advancements and investments. Among the top concerns of FDA and industry are post-processing, cleaning and sterilizing devices.... Read more »
Arcam, supplier of Additive Manufacturing (AM) equipment, announced that its powder manufacturing subsidiary AP&C in Montreal, Canada, is building a new powder manufacturing plant.
The new facility will provide manufacturing redundancy, short term capacity increase and long term expansion capa... Read more »
Arcam, supplier of Additive Manufacturing technology, is expanding in Germany with a new sales operation led by Peter Jain, Managing Director of Arcam Cad to Metal GmbH, and based in Stuttgart.
With long term relationships with significant clients such as Fruth Innovation, Fraunhofer Institute and ... Read more »
Methods Machine Tools, a supplier of precision machine tools, 3D printing technology, automation and accessories, announced the appointment of Jerry Rex as Chief Operating Officer of all Methods Machine Tools operations, effective immediately. The key appointment of Rex, a manufacturing industry vet... Read more »
Fried Vancraen, CEO of Materialise, provider of Additive Manufacturing software and solutions in the medical market, calls upon industry stakeholders to come to an agreement for a common standard for measuring the clinical, economical and patient benefits of medical 3D printing in delivering better ... Read more »
Arcam launched Arcam Q10plus and Arcam Q20plus, a significantly enhanced generation of the Arcam Q-series EBM systems for Additive Manufacturing. With Qplus, Arcam introduces Arcam xQam™, an X-ray based function for high precision auto-calibration and improved beam control.
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FMI Instrumed, a contract manufacturer specializing in additive manufacturing, welding and high-precision machining, will commence production of serial orthopaedic titanium implants using a metal 3D printer. To obtain this capability, the company invested in a Concept Laser M2 Dual Laser metal print... Read more »
Industry trends such as bundled payments, additive manufacturing and robotics were hot topics at this year’s AAOS Annual Meeting.... Read more »
Poly-Shape, a French manufacturing company specializing in laser sintering, entered into an exclusive agreement with LDR. The agreement combines LDR’s spinal focus and approach to implant design with Poly-Shape’s proprietary, additive manufacturing methods.
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Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
3D Systems partnered with Methods Machine Tools to offer 3DS' 3D printers and materials alongside Methods' precision machine tools and solutions for traditional manufacturing.... Read more »
Orthopaedic manufacturers and their supplier partners are adopting different strategies for how materials are surface treated and manufactured in order to enhance device performance.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Analysts have predicted that by 2018, 3D printing will result in a loss of $100 billion per year in IP globally. Here is a look at why enforcing one’s IP against 3D printer infringers will be challenging.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
Adaptive designs have emerged as an attractive alternative to traditional clinical studies due to the potential to reduce resources, time and costs. However, several critical components must be considered to determine whether such a trial design is a fit for you.... Read more »
