Circular Economy
Sustainable Metal Powder Company Addresses Next Piece of Road Map: Renewable Energy
Continuum Powders, the material production arm of small-scale foundry technology company MolyWorks, has announced new partnerships aimed at further reducing the environmental impact of its metal powder production.
Stephanie Hendrixson
Executive Editor, Additive Manufacturing
MolyWorks Streamlines Production With 3D Systems’ Direct Metal Printing Solution
MolyWorks, a California-based developer of a circular economy for metal, has integrated 3D Systems’ DMP Flex 350 into its manufacturing workflow, enabling it to be more agile and efficient, and expand its customer base.
Read MoreSculpteo Offers RE-cycleo 3D Printed Part Recycling Program
The program offers recycling services to Sculpteo clients not only for the clients’ obsolete parts but also for production scrap.
Read MoreSustainability in Additive Manufacturing Is a Moving Target: AM Radio #37
Assessing 3D printing as a sustainable manufacturing method is a complex problem. Dr. Tim Simpson and Stephanie Hendrixson discuss current research and future opportunities on AM Radio.
Read MoreEvaluating the Printability and Mechanical Properties of LFAM Regrind
A study conducted by SABIC and Local Motors identified potential for the reuse of scrap reinforced polymer from large-format additive manufacturing. As this method increases in popularity, sustainable practices for recycling excess materials is a burgeoning concern.
Read MoreCastor Publishes Sustainability in Additive Manufacturing Trends Report
New research from Castor indicates manufacturers can reduce tons of carbon emissions with 3D printing.
Read MoreIperionX Developing 100% Recycled, Low-Carbon Titanium Metal Facility
The company’s titanium demonstration facility will be a titanium metal operation using 100% recycled titanium metal scrap as raw material feedstock in the U.S.
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OnAdditive Offers Aftermarket Upgrade for 3ntr A2, A4 3D Printers
The enhanced capabilities include a new control system that gives the printers increased printing speeds, improved quality, automatic bed leveling and various other user-centric improvements.
Angela Osborne
Managing Editor, Gardner Business Media
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.
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3D Printing Brings Sustainability, Accessibility to Glass Manufacturing
Australian startup Maple Glass Printing has developed a process for extruding glass into artwork, lab implements and architectural elements. Along the way, the company has also found more efficient ways of recycling this material.
Stephanie Hendrixson
Executive Editor, Additive Manufacturing
5 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.
Read MoreCustomizable, 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.
Read MoreEOS 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.
Read MoreSustainability in Manufacturing Is Footprint and Handprint — and Additive Aids Both
The scope of AM’s impact changes the terms of the argument around resource re-use and conservation.
Read MoreScaling Production at Sintavia Reveals Sustainability Challenges with AM
Additive manufacturing has not yet fully confronted all the factors that contribute to sustainability. Sintavia is discovering and working through these issues in metal AM as its production work scales.
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Incus Successfully Tests Lithography-Based Metal Manufacturing for Lunar Environment
The project aim was to develop a sustainable process that uses lunar resources and recycled scrap metals (eventually contaminated by lunar dust) to produce spare parts on-site which could help and enhance human settlement on the moon.
Angela Osborne
Managing Editor, Gardner Business Media
Rounding Out the Circular Economy With Material Take-Back Programs: AM Radio #6A
One of the most difficult steps in the circular economy is going from product back to new material. On this episode of AM Radio, Julia Hider and Stephanie Hendrixson discuss how material take-back programs can help solve this challenge.
Read MoreRoboze Initiating Circular Economy Program for 3D Printed Parts
The manufacturer is launching a new project for the recovery of waste material and 3D printed parts to be reintroduced on the market for the benefit of end-users and especially the environment.
Read MoreGetting to a Circular Model for Metal Powders Makes AM More Sustainable
6K’s UniMelt process offers efficiency and control in the production of metal powders for additive manufacturing. But more than that, it is a home for unused and oversized powder, metal scrap and more that can close the loop on metals.
Read MoreIncus Project to Test 3D Printing Spare Parts in Space
Project goal is to assess the feasibility of processing scrap metals available on the moon’s surface to produce a high-quality final product via a zero-waste process.
Read MoreRealizing Efficiency and Sustainability Through Automated Postprocessing of Resin 3D Printed Parts
Workflow efficiencies and sustainability goals can be achieved together. An automated cleaning system and longer-lasting detergent allowed one manufacturer to reduce hazards, costs and time in its resin removal process.
Read MoreMaterialise Powder, Prototyping Platform Empower Sustainability
Bluesint PA 12 powder makes it possible to print with up to 100% reused powder, while Process Turner online platform speeds up prototyping process to eliminate waste.
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