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From DoD security rules to multi-million-dollar contracts, January signalled a decisive shift toward defence-driven AM growth...
- AM cooling system reduces energy consumption in data centres
- US sets Additive Manufacturing security and sourcing rules for DoD
- Velo3D signs $32.6M contract with US DoD to support major weapon system programme
- Innospace demonstrates AM low-overhang strategy for Ti-6Al-4V
- Metal-Base unveils low-cost Metal 1.0 AM machine ahead of Kickstarter launch
- Mastrex debuts $39K MX100 metal AM system at CES 2026
- 3D Systems expands US A&D operations amid rising defence AM demand
- Hyliion tests KARNO power module on US Navy load profile
- Airbus integrates titanium wire DED parts into A350 cargo door assembly
- Velo3D raises $30M to meet growing demand for its offerings
Winter issue feature articles
PanOptimization’s PanX: Scalable simulation and optimisation for large-format metal AM
As metal Additive Manufacturing shifts toward larger, higher-value components, conventional AM simulation often fails to scale and remains focused on prediction rather than actionable process improvement. PanOptimization’s PanX seeks to address this gap with a scalable, high-fidelity Finite Element Analysis (FEA) solver for PBF-LB and DED that supports feed-forward optimisation of parameters, timing, and distortion compensation.
In this article, Erik Denlinger and Pan Michaleris examine the technical innovations enabling next-generation AM simulation and the commercial implications for throughput and yield, as well as market directions.
Denmark’s AM Summit 2025 targets industrial adoption and defence opportunities
Denmark’s AM Summit 2025, held on October 1, alongside the HI Tech & Industry Scandinavia Expo in Herning, offered a clear snapshot of the country’s fast-maturing AM scene. With a new format aimed at production-focused SMEs, the event drew many first-time attendees and sought to strengthen links between AM innovators and traditional manufacturers.
Across keynotes and panels, speakers explored the current shift from prototyping to manufacturing that delivers resilience and measurable value. Here, the Danish AM Hub’s Rikke Uldall-Ekman reports on event highlights.
📌 From the archives
Win or lose: A CEO’s reflections on Artificial Intelligence and Additive Manufacturing
Artificial Intelligence is reshaping industries, and Additive Manufacturing is no exception. For CEOs, the challenge isn’t just understanding AI’s potential but strategically integrating it to drive efficiency, innovation, and competitive advantage.
Henning Fehrmann, chairman and CEO of FEHRMANN Tech Group, considers AI’s real-world impact on AM. Drawing from personal experience, he offers insights on how AM industry leaders can leverage AI to strengthen their businesses, adapt to market shifts, and stay competitive.
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📌 From PIM International magazine
Element 22: Mastering titanium component production with Metal Injection Moulding and Additive Manufacturing
Element 22 GmbH has built its reputation on developing efficient ways to manufacture complex titanium components for demanding applications in medicine, aerospace, luxury goods and emerging hydrogen technologies.
By leveraging Metal Injection Moulding, sinter-based Additive Manufacturing and carefully controlled finishing processes, the company demonstrates how titanium parts can be produced reliably and at scale.
Dr Georg Schlieper recently visited the company for PIM International to explore its processes and ongoing developments.
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Upcoming events in March 🛫
- Space-Comm Expo Europe, March 4, 2026 to March 5, 2026 London Excel, London, United Kingdom
- 10th AM Forum 2026, March 10, 2026 to March 11, 2026 Estrel Convention Center, Berlin, Germany
- AMUG 2026, March 15, 2026 to March 19, 2026, Grand Sierra Resort, Nevada, United States
- NCAM2026 Norwegian Conference for Additive Manufacturing, March 16, 2026 to March 18, 2026, Fiskepiren, Stavanger, Norway
- AM China 2026, March 24, 2026 to March 26, 2026 National Exhibition Center Shanghai, Shanghai, China
And much more in the upcoming months, check out the full list of events on our website
Your AM buyer's guide: from AM machines to metal powders
Discover machines, metal powders, post-processing, software, and specialist services in Metal AM's Advertisers’ Index & Buyer’s Guide – your quick-reference directory to every advertiser in the latest issue.
AM MACHINES
Laser Beam Powder Bed Fusion (PBF-LB)
Directed Energy Deposition (DED)
Electron Beam Powder Bed Fusion (PBF-EB)
Vat Photopolymerisation (VPP)
PRE & POST-PROCESSING TECHNOLOGY, PROCESS AUTOMATION
HEAT TREATMENT & SINTERING
Sintering, debinding and heat treatment systems
Toll debinding & sintering
Gas, gas generation & gas measurement
METAL POWDER
- Amaero Ltd
- Avimetal AM Tech Co., Ltd
- Carpenter Technology
- Chung Yo Materials
- CNPC Powder Group Co., Ltd.
- Constellium
- Epson Atmix Corporation
- GKN Powder Metallurgy
- Global Advanced Metals Pty Ltd
- Gränges Powder Metallurgy GmbH
- Höganäs AB
- Hunan Hualiu New Materials Co., Ltd
- IMR Metal Powder Technologies GmbH
- Indo-MIM
- Kennametal Inc.
- Kymera International
- Linde Advanced Material Tech. Inc.
- Osaka Titanium Technologies Co. Ltd.
- Powder Alloy Corporation
- Sandvik Additive Manufacturing
- Ultra Fine Specialty Products
POWDER PRODUCTION & ANALYSIS
Atomisers
PART MANUFACTURING
HIP SYSTEMS & SERVICES
AM SOFTWARE
CONSULTING, TRAINING & MARKET DATA
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