Circular Economy
6K Additive Receives Sustainability Award
The Additive Manufacturing Green Trade Association (AMGTA) presented the Environmental Sustainability Research Award to 6K Additive based on its UniMelt powder manufacturing process.
Read More6K Additive Partners With Incodema3D for Powder Supply, Recycling
6K Additive says its nickel alloy 625 powder surpassed every quality measure in tests performed by Incodema3D.
Read MoreHow Hybrid Tooling — Part 3D Printed, Part Metal Shell — Accelerates Product Development and Sustainability for PepsiCo
The consumer products giant used to wait weeks and spend thousands on each iteration of a prototype blow mold. Now, new blow molds are available in days and cost just a few hundred dollars.
Read MoreCan the U.S. Become Self-Sufficient in Aerospace Alloy Metal Powders?
6K’s technology can upcycle titanium and nickel-alloy parts into additive manufacturing powder. Here is how the circular economy helps national security.
Read MoreMetal Powder Production From Scrap Going Global
California-based MolyWorks is shipping its second small-footprint powder production unit to Singapore, bringing sustainable material production to Asia.
Read MoreLossless Recycling of E-Waste Into Additive Manufacturing Powders
Germany-based Reco E-Waste transforms copper and other metals from electrical components and electronics into high-value powders for additive manufacturing in a 1-to-1 process.
Read More5 New Members Join AMGTA to Promote Sustainability
Höganäs, Arkema, Flam3D, Massivit 3D and the UK National Center for Additive Manufacturing join global trade group to promote sustainability in additive manufacturing.
Read MoreReshoring, Tooling, Sustainability and More: Top 10 Stories of 2021: AM Radio Episode #9B
Reviewing our most-viewed stories of the year revealed some of the topics that have been top-of-mind for additive manufacturers. Read or listen to the countdown.
ListenCustomizable, Recyclable Shoes with 3D Printed Platform: The Cool Parts Show #37
A 3D printed TPU platform is the key to both comfort and sustainability for these custom heels manufactured on demand.
WatchEOS Conducts Sustainability Study for Eyewear Frames
Study results indicate 3D printed glasses have a higher wearing comfort, are more stable and sustainable than any other glasses.
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