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When traditional manufacturing couldn't meet timeline or production needs, Genco Tech turned to the 3M BIC. Our team used advanced 3D printing to rapidly develop custom, flame-retardant PCB enclosures that met strict safety and compliance requirements, without the cost and delays of conventional manufacturing. "Having access to advanced 3D printing capabilities locally through the 3M BIC team made a huge difference. We were able to quickly produce flame-retardant enclosures that met all compliance standards. The flexibility, speed and hands-on support were exactly what we needed." David Porter, Technical Manager, Genco Tech This project highlights how additive manufacturing for low volume can help businesses move faster, solve complex technical challenges and bring products to market with confidence. Find out how we supported David and the Genco Tech team. 👉 https://buff.ly/c8dcsPa

The future of industrial component performance is built by companies working together. That's why we're proud to be recognised by SSAB (Sweden), a global leader in high-strength steels and advanced materials, as one of its additive manufacturing partners. This collaboration brings together SSAB's world-class materials expertise and Apex Engineering Technology Group's advanced additive manufacturing and surface engineering capabilities to tackle some of industry's toughest challenges, from extending component life and reducing downtime to improving performance in the most demanding operating environments. For our customers, this means greater access to innovative solutions that enhance reliability, increase asset longevity, and drive operational efficiency. We're proud to be working alongside one of the most respected names in the global materials industry as we continue to explore new possibilities in advanced manufacturing and industrial component optimisation. A big thank you to SSAB for the recognition. We look forward to continuing to push boundaries together and delivering the next generation of engineering solutions. If you're looking to explore new applications for advanced materials or component life extension, we'd love to connect with OEMs, asset owners, and industry partners who share our passion for innovation. #AdvancedMaterials #EngineeringInnovation #SurfaceEngineering #IndustrialManufacturing #APEXETG #SSAB

By collaborating with experienced 3D printing suppliers, SSAB is helping manufacturers unlock the full potential of high-strength steel powder for advanced applications. We're proud to highlight: 🔹 LaserTool i Blekinge AB 🇸🇪 🔹 Apex Engineering Technology Group 🇦🇺 🔹 HT Laser Oy 🇫🇮 Together, we're enabling lighter, stronger and more resource-efficient solutions through metal additive manufacturing. Whether it's rapid prototyping, tooling, spare parts, or production-ready components, these collaborations are helping industries rethink what's possible. #Additivemanufacturing #3DPrinting #Steelpowder #SSABAM

From concept to component. Faster. At Cogent Mechatronic, we're always looking for ways to accelerate product development, both for our own projects and for our customers. That's why we've added industrial 3D printing to our range of manufacturing services. Combined with our 3D wax printing capabilities, we can now support: ⚙️Rapid prototyping ⚙️Functional test parts ⚙️Design validation ⚙️Custom components ⚙️Casting patterns ⚙️Low-volume production What could you achieve if your next prototype was only days away? 📩 Get in touch with our team to discuss your project and see how additive manufacturing could help bring your ideas to life. #AdditiveManufacturing #3DPrinting #EngineeringSolutions #Innovation #ProductDevelopment #Manufacturing #RapidPrototyping

Precision at scale is coming to Taiwan! UnionTech is proud to join forces with our local partner, 3D PRINTING TECHNOLOGY 普立得科技有限公司, at the Taipei International Smart Mold & Die Industry Fair 2026 to present advanced additive solutions built for modern production floors. Visitors will get an up-close look at: 🔹 A full-scale warehouse material handling vehicle printed in TUF127 high-temperature resin, engineered specifically for structural stability under demanding thermal conditions 🔹 Custom jigs and fixtures printed in high-durability TUF68 resin, demonstrating how SLA additive manufacturing replaces traditional metal tooling 🔹 High-accuracy 3D-printed patterns designed to streamline complex investment casting workflows To kick off the event, 3D PRINTING TECHNOLOGY will host a keynote session on opening day, August 19 at 15:40, exploring the local industrial adoption of 3D printing in Taiwan. Dates: August 19–22, 2026 Booth S816 | Hall 2, 4F, Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center #UnionTech #3DPrinting #黃Huang至明Chihming #TAIMOLD2026 #SmartManufacturing #AdditiveManufacturing #MoldAndDie #IndustrialSLA

Louisiana companies are helping shape the future of manufacturing through advanced technologies and cutting-edge engineering solutions. Baton Rouge-based Additive Innovators is leveraging additive manufacturing and 3D printing technologies to help businesses accelerate product development, reduce costs, improve efficiency, and solve complex engineering challenges. By bringing advanced manufacturing capabilities closer to industry, Additive Innovators is helping strengthen Louisiana’s technology ecosystem while supporting innovation across sectors ranging from energy and industrial operations to aerospace and product design. Louisiana entrepreneurs are helping ensure Louisiana remains at the forefront of industrial innovation and next-generation production technologies. #LouisianaInnovation #LAIO

🚀 Every successful product begins with a well-tested design. Skipping the prototyping stage can lead to costly manufacturing errors, production delays, and unnecessary rework. A functional 3D-printed prototype allows you to evaluate your design before committing to machining or production. With rapid prototyping, you can: ✔ Verify part fit and assembly ✔ Identify clearance and interference issues ✔ Improve ergonomics and functionality ✔ Validate your design before investing in manufacturing Testing a prototype early helps reduce risk, shorten development cycles, and save valuable time and production costs. At ORIGOTECH, we provide rapid prototyping and industrial 3D printing services using PLA and PETG to help manufacturers, startups, and product development teams bring ideas to life with confidence. If you're developing a new product or refining an existing design, we're here to support your prototyping needs. 📩 Get in touch to discuss your next project. #3DPrinting #RapidPrototyping #ProductDevelopment #Manufacturing #Engineering #MechanicalEngineering #Prototype #Innovation

One of the things that has bothered me since day one of building MiPS - Michigan Prototyping Solutions is the assumption that additive manufacturing means small parts. MiPS just changed that with equipment featuring larger standard build envelopes, that can still print engineering-grade parts at a scale that handles the full range of full scale hardware development demands. For the founders and hardware teams I work with, the ones building drones, robotics systems, and physical AI hardware, it means printing large housings and structures, or printing all the parts they need on a single bed. Every capability MiPS adds opens a conversation that wasn't possible before, which leads to a program that would have required a different manufacturing method that was slower and more cost intensive. Go check out the MiPS - Michigan Prototyping Solutions if you've got a project that's been waiting on a manufacturer who can handle the size of what you're building. #AdditiveManufacturing #3DPrinting #MichiganPrototypingSolutions #MadeInMichigan #HardTech #LargeFormat #RapidPrototyping #EngineeringGrade #Founders #Drones #Robotics #PhysicalAI #AdvancedManufacturing #BuildingThings

🚗 Another batch of automotive components heading out the door. 📦 These production parts were manufactured from ABS-Glass Filled, a material chosen for its strength, dimensional stability, and durability in demanding applications. One of the biggest advantages of additive manufacturing is speed. For this program, the production tooling was delayed, creating an urgent need for parts to keep the project moving. We received the call on Thursday, delivered sample parts for approval on Friday, and these components are going into vehicles on Monday. ⚡ That's the flexibility of 3D printing—bridging the gap between prototype and production without waiting weeks for tooling. Whether it's a handful of parts or thousands, we're here to help manufacturers keep projects on schedule when timing matters most. #Detroit3DManufacturing #3DPrinting #AdditiveManufacturing #Automotive #Manufacturing #Engineering #ABSGF #RapidManufacturing #PrototypeToProduction #MadeInUSA #ProductionParts 🚀

Build bigger. Produce faster. Meet the FASTFORM FF-M300—an industrial metal 3D printing system engineered to turn complex designs into production-ready parts with speed, precision, and confidence. • 300 × 300 × 400 mm build volume • Multi-laser productivity • Up to 100 cm³/h build rate • Long-life permanent filtration system • Powered by self-developed FastLayer and FastFab software From intricate prototypes to demanding industrial applications, the FF-M300 helps manufacturers move from bold ideas to metal reality. Ready to accelerate your metal additive manufacturing journey? Contact us to learn more. #FastForm #ffm300 #metal3dprinting #additivemanufacturing #Industrial3DPrinting #SLM #AdvancedManufacturing