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3D Printing for Production Manufacturing

In 3D printing, additive manufacturing, aerospace, manufacturing by Alicia CheungDecember 7, 2018Leave a Comment

It’s time to think differently about manufacturing. Taking an idea from prototype to production is no longer bound by the constraints of traditional manufacturing methods. In the era of Industry 4.0, companies are mitigating risk, cutting costs, and speeding time to market with 3D printing – a process that is predicted to revolutionize the world of production. Since its creation in 1983, 3D printing has evolved from a one-dimensional service used for rapid prototyping to a $7.3 billion industry with a footprint in a wide span of industries. Its evolution now helps power the world of manufacturing, increasing innovation and promoting efficiency and sustainability across the globe. Benefits Speed: One of the main benefits of additive manufacturing is the speed of which parts can be produced compared to traditional manufacturing methods. With Forecast 3D’s 3D Manufacturing Center (powered by 24 HP Multi Jet Fusion 3D printers), customers can get tens of thousands of parts in days, whereas traditional manufacturing methods like injection molding, often done overseas, typically take a month or more to complete Design Flexibility: 3D printing allows for the creation of extremely intricate designs and complex geometries that would often be complicated or even impossible to produce with traditional manufacturing methods. With additive manufacturing, customers can reiterate their designs and have updated parts quickly. With injection molding, tooling changes are required for every little design tweak, often resulting in several more weeks of waiting. The design flexibility of 3D printing …

Additive Manufacturing in Medical Devices: Insights from J&J and the FDA

In 3D printing, additive manufacturing, biomanufacturing, innovation, manufacturing, medical device by Cressida MurrayJanuary 24, 20181 Comment

One of the promises of additive manufacturing is the ability to go after niche markets with low volume production of unique parts. What application could be more apt for this technology than the human body? Last month, the FDA issued a statement providing guidance to manufacturers on technical aspects of additive manufacturing, clarifying what the FDA recommends manufacturers include on submissions for 3D printed medical devices. The FDA has, so far, approved over 100 3D printed medical devices, including knee replacements, custom skull/facial reconstructions, and even a 3D printed drug, called Spritam, which is used to treat seizures. The FDA has categorized this technical guidance as a “leap-frog” guidance, explaining that it is just a mechanism to share initial thoughts in order to bridge where we are today with the innovations of tomorrow.

Additive Manufacturing in the Aerospace Industry

In 3D printing, additive manufacturing, aerospace, Digital Transformation, manufacturing, technology by Cressida MurrayJanuary 12, 2018Leave a Comment

“With 3D printing, the old rules of how we design things are out the window,” said Terry Woychowski, VP, NA Test Operations at LINK in his talk on “The Brilliant Machine Age” at the American Automotive Summit. “You can now create a component exactly how you want it, without excess material.” The result is lighter, more cost-effective parts. The opportunities this presents are endless. We have previously covered additive manufacturing in the automotive industry, but the aerospace industry is another place we are seeing the effects of this new technology today. Despite the tremendous opportunities additive manufacturing presents, it is still a time-consuming process, and therefore best suited for high-end components used in low-volume products, such as aircraft. According to a recent study by ABI Research, due to the sheer size of the American aerospace industry and its defense budget, the U.S. aerospace and defense industries will drive much of the growth in additive manufacturing over the next ten years, producing additive manufactured parts and products with a value of US$17.8 billion in 2026.

Additive Manufacturing in the Automotive Industry: Insights from Ford & BMW

In 3D printing, additive manufacturing, Digital Transformation, emerging technology, innovation, manufacturing by Cressida MurrayJanuary 2, 20181 Comment

In 2014, Local Motors printed the first 3D printed car from an ABS carbon-fiber blend. They call it The Strati. John Fleming, Former EVP, Manufacturing and Labor Affairs at Ford Motor Co., showed this video of The Strati during his presentation at the American Automotive Summit. He explained, “I showed this video not because I think Ford or anybody else is soon going to be 3D printing whole cars, I don’t see that. But I do see additive manufacturing as one of the technologies that is going to be one of the most critical in the future because it has the opportunity to do things that we’ve never been able to do before – to design components and manufacture them like we’ve never been able to before – and I do think it will disrupt the business, and this is happening already.”

Industry 4.0 Realized: How BMW is approaching digital transformation

In 3D printing, additive manufacturing, automation, automotive, design, Digital Transformation, emerging technology, Industry 4.0, innovation, manufacturing by Cressida MurrayDecember 19, 2017Leave a Comment

The promise of Industry 4.0 is being realized in the automotive industry, and BMW is at the forefront of the evolution of automated production. At last year’s American Manufacturing Summit, Dirk Hilgenberg, VP, Assembly at BMW shared with us how BMW is incorporating Industry 4.0 concepts to innovate at each stage of the production process, from design to post-market.

3 Technologies that are Rapidly Changing the Supply Chain Landscape

In 3D printing, additive manufacturing, automation, emerging technology, supply chain, technology by Cressida MurrayNovember 24, 2017Leave a Comment

At Generis’ 2017 American Supply Chain Summit, Dave Malenfant, Director of the Center for Supply Chain Innovation at Texas Christian University, shared with us the three most disruptive technologies that are changing the supply chain industry today: 3D printing, drones, and driverless trucks.

Does Data Help or Hamper Your Ability to Execute Effectively?

In additive manufacturing, automotive, commercialization, Generis, generis group, logistics, manufacturing, supply chain by GenerisJuly 20, 2017Leave a Comment

Winning the game requires you to manage the details in short increment time intervals. For a fast/short cycle time business, if you learned that you missed the day at the end of the day, it’s too late to do much about it. But if you had the ability to measure and address performance in hourly or shorter time frames, there’s time to take action to ensure you meet the day’s goals. To learn more about data-driven daily management, check out this eguide by Dploy Solutions!

Sonoco ThermoSafe Expands Range of LD7 Pallet Shippers for Temperature-Sensitive Bulk Air Shipment

In additive manufacturing, commercialization, design, design engineering, Design Thinking, Generis, generis group, logistics, manufacturer, manufacturing, manufacturing operations, medical device, operational excellence, product design, product development, production efficiency by GenerisJuly 20, 2017Leave a Comment

Sonoco ThermoSafe, a unit of Sonoco (NYSE:SON) and a leading global provider of temperature assurance packaging, leverages award winning technology to expand its line of pallet solutions with the launch of the LD7 Half PAG pallet shipper. The Half PAG solution is designed to ship multiple pallet loads, while reducing the cost and operational complexity of bulk shipments by optimizing the use of aircraft ULDs (LD7 air pallets). The Half PAG is available for 2-8°C or 15-25°C temperature ranges with durations in excess of five days. Each solution has a universal pack-out design to be used in both hot and cold seasons while also accommodating the demands of cross-hemispheric shipments. To learn more about LD7 Half PAG Pallet Shippers, Check out this article by Sonoco!

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Q&A with Intermex Industrial Parks: Sourcing Challenges and Solutions for Manufacturers in North America

In additive manufacturing, aerospace, cost reduction, facilities, facility, Generis, Lean manufacturing, manufacturer, manufacturing, manufacturing operations, mfg, offshoring, operational excellence, site location by GenerisDecember 2, 2016Leave a Comment

In this Q&A eBook, find out how to thrive in an industry where production costs are soaring and the competition is cutthroat. Also, learn how to become a lean organization, thrive in a fast-paced world, enhance quality, and apply strategic sourcing operations. If North American manufacturers want to outsource, leaders have to change their mindset to adapt to a worldwide view and use geographic diversity to their advantage. When a company is doing well and the idea of change comes up, it may be difficult to allow that in a culture of complacency. -Intermex Find out more about sourcing challenges and solutions for manufacturers in North America from Intermex in the Q&A eBook below!

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Presentation: Metal Powder, Aerostructures, and Additive Manufacturing

In 3D printing, additive manufacturing, aerospace, Generis, innovation, manufacturing, product development, technology by GenerisDecember 2, 2016Leave a Comment

Additive manufacturing, also known as 3D printing, is the process of synthesizing a three-dimensional object. The object is created using sequential layers of material, formed under computer control. Additive manufacturing is really the process of the future, as it can be used across industries. The Hoeganaes Corporation is on the forefront of innovation when it comes to additive manufacturing, as Hoeganaes has created AncorAM, a new family of products focused on high-tech materials for additive manufacturing. Hoeganaes is also: The world’s largest manufacturer of sintered components and a leading producer of metal powder. A leading tier one supplier of Aerostructures and engine products and systems to the global aerospace industry. The leading tier one supplier of automotive driven systems and solutions to the world’s leading vehicle manufacturers. A leading supplier of powder managements products and solutions for agriculture, construction, mining, and industrial equipment. See the full presentation below for more information about the Hoeganaes Corporation and these manufacturing processes.

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