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IN FACT, I have an idea or a challenge to the board.
Please let me know if this is a good idea or it's 'OUT IN LEFT FIELD'.
So we already know SGLB's very small staff can't do it all.
And one of the biggest complaints I hear is that "NO ONE HAS EVER HEARD OF US..HOW COME???
What if this board worked together to identify the top 50 or top 100 3D AM companies both foreign and domestic and get the contact e-mail for each company's marketing person or Director.
Then we get a few of our brilliant 3D minds on this board to compose a one page perfectly written e-mail about what our company has established or accomplished so far and the companies we're currently working with.
Let's let the whole 3D world know who we are and that we're on the cutting edge of solving the problem of IN PROCESS QUALITY
ASSURANCE (R) .
That's the beauty of the internet. We can market this company all by ourselves thanks to the internet. What do you think?
We can form an online committee and split up the chores. Even if just one company signed a contract out of our efforts..it would be worth it..
Good Job LAFEEVERTE:
A man after my own heart. I like the way you think. Smart marketing and aggressive. I know it's not our responsiblity to do Mark Cola's job for him...but hey WHAT DO WE HAVE TO LOSE RIGHT.
I think it's smart to keep our name out there to potential companies..even if it's coming from a simple investor !
Nice work !
DRIFTIN, I wholeheartedly agree about the negative sentiment on this board recently. Seems to me that a few investors who once believed in SGLB have somehow abandoned all forms of optimism.
They sound like a bunch of whiners and now they're going as far as saying that some people are getting paid by SIGMA to PUMP the stock.
Really??? and just where is SIGMA getting all this money???
This is insane !!! Everyone needs to calm down and be patient.
This is a long, uphill battle in a brand new industry so some of you just need to take a CHILL PILL.
We have received NO SUCH NEWS that something is wrong. On the contrary, we're right in line with GREATNESS!
Good Day all !
More 3D AM NEWS on a slow news day. But March 15th is quickly approaching for SIGMA INVESTORS TICK TOCK..TICK TOCK..
Fira de Barcelona Launches In(3D)ustry, a New Event Introducing the Future of Additive and Advanced Manufacturing
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BARCELONA, Spain, February 10, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --
Fira de Barcelona's Gran Via venue will host from June 21 to 23 In(3D)ustry From Needs to Solutions, a new international trade show focusing on the Additive and Advanced Manufacturing industry, more popularly known as 3D printing. The event aims to become a "global hub" that brings together all the players in the Additive Manufacturing ecosystem and showcases the latest technology and innovation.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20160209/331226 )
Organized by Fira de Barcelona, this first In(3D)ustry will feature 30 of the world's top Additive and Advanced Manufacturing companies along with corporations from various industrial sectors such as Health, Automative & Aerospace, Architecture and Retail & Consumer Goods seeking solutions to their specific needs. Attendees range from first-generation producers of 3D printers to the manufacturers of machinery and tools, and companies that are strongly entering the 3D printing market.
According to the show director, Miquel Serrano, "In(3D)ustry will be an unprecedented event designed to meet the demands made by industries such as the automotive and healthcare to the creators of 3D machinery, to help the seize the opportunities created by this revolution in manufacturing technology." "The goal of this new hub is to support a rapidly growing sector and provide a meeting place to accelerate this technology and successfully adapt it to the real needs of consumers and industrial users," he adds.
One of the exhibiting companies, HP, will stage the European launch of their Multi Jet Fusion technology. As Ramon Pastor, Vice President and General Manager of HP 3D Printing states: "HP is committed to advancing the state-of-the-art of 3D printing with a disruptive technology and an Open Platform that will drive collaborative innovation with materials and software partners. To this end, platforms such as In(3D)ustry are key to enabling productive dialog amongst industry players, and encouraging open discussions to resolve common 3D printing industry challenges."
In(3D)ustry will also feature an Open Innovation Markeplace, where companies, investors, users and manufacturers of 3D printing machinery will meet, a Call for Best Solutions that will select the best 50 prototypes and showcase them during the event, and the first In(3D)ustry Awards that will recognize the best solution presented at the show.
HERE YOU GO Hope to Retire: Pick a Winner !!! LOL !
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POD Program Operation Description
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ABLU, I am sure all the big players in the AM industry are very aware of SIGMA. You're looking at a brand new industry that hasn't even taken off yet and here's this little penny stock trying to get its foot in the door.
On top of that, All these big players are holding their 'CARDS CLOSE TO THE VEST' not wanting anyone to know what they're doing for highly competitive reasons.
And you've got this QUIET PERIOD where you can't release to the public a lot of information that would change the stock overnight.
Just a few of the many reasons I assume.
But yes, that's a great question. I often wonder that myself.
Didn't someone post something yesterday about a Chinese company investing heavily in Sigma a few years back? Trust me WE WILL BE WELL KNOWN BEFORE IT'S ALL OVER WITH !
On top of all that, 3D industry stocks have been killed because investors aren't seeing this thing take off as fast as they want it to and many are avoiding investing yet.
I'm sure someone else is going to jump in here and add to this.
GLTA!
ALCOA, DARPA among others at this week's Conference in California:
AeroDef Manufacturing with Composites Manufacturing Event Features Best Strategic Thinkers in the Industry
FEBRUARY 8, 2016
Aerospace and defense conference and exhibition returns to Long Beach in February 2016
(LONG BEACH, Calif.) – SME’s AeroDef Manufacturing with Composites Manufacturing will bring together the leading companies and executives from aerospace and defense manufacturing to highlight the latest technology options and trends Feb. 8 to 10 at the Long Beach Convention Center. This annual technical conference and exhibition not only offers a hands-on look at solutions for aerospace and defense, but also provides opportunities to discuss industry advances and real-world applications.
“Manufacturing is key to the prosperity of our country, with aerospace and defense manufacturing underpinning the security of the nation,” said AeroDef panelist Dean Bartles, executive director of the Digital Manufacturing and Design Innovation Institute. “The caliber of experts, technical sessions, and show floor representation assembled by SME at AeroDef offers the industry a service and return that cannot be found anywhere else.”
Industry leaders from Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems, The Boeing Company, Bell Helicopter, Lockheed Martin Aeronautics and NASA help develop the content and features of the event as part of the executive committee.
“SME believes that the aerospace and defense market is essential, which is why we bring together the experts in the field, to serve that community,” said Dave Morton, event manager of AeroDef for SME. “From high level strategic direction in our keynotes and panels, to hands-on practical applications on the show floor, we strive to provide a forum for gaining knowledge and experiencing the latest advancements in the industry.”
Keynote Speakers
Tuesday, Feb. 9, 8 a.m.
“The Design, Development and Delivery of the James Webb Space Telescope”
Scott Willoughby, Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems
Tuesday, Feb. 9, 12:45 p.m.
“A View of Automation and Innovation from the Corner Office”
Dan Korte, LMI Aerospace
Panel discussions
Tuesday, Feb. 9, 8:50 a.m.
“Data Analytics for Manufacturing”
Dean Bartles, Digital Manufacturing and Design Innovation Institute, UI Labs
Roland Dutton, Air Force Research Laboratory
Wednesday, Feb. 10, 8:50 a.m.
“The Future of Structural Materials: 20 Year Horizon”
John Barnes, ALCOA
Mick Maher, DARPA
Todd Steyer, Boeing Research & Technology
Richard Vaia, Air Force Research Laboratory
New Show Floor Feature in 2016
The Aerofied Preferred Supplier Pavilion allows attendees to network with prequalified contract suppliers and decision makers from aerospace and defense companies. It gives attendees and exhibitors a chance to directly engage with large and medium-sized manufacturers who are looking to make both short- and long-term investments.
To learn more about AeroDef Manufacturing and Composites Manufacturing, visit aerodefevent.com. There, you can view the event schedule and see the list of exhibitors. Get involved in the conversation before they event by following @AeroDefMfg on Twitter or joining the discussion on LinkedIn.
About AeroDef Manufacturing
AeroDef Manufacturing is a leading technical conference and exposition for the aerospace and defense manufacturing industry. Produced by SME, in partnership with industry OEMs, its mission is to foster innovation across the extended enterprise to reduce costs, expedite production times and maintain U.S. competitiveness in the global economy. Learn more at aerodefevent.com.
About SME
SME connects all those who are passionate about making things that improve our world. As a non-profit organization, SME has served practitioners, companies, educators, governments and communities across the manufacturing spectrum for more than 80 years. Through its strategic areas of events, media, membership, training and development, and the SME Education Foundation, SME is uniquely dedicated to the advancement of manufacturing by addressing both knowledge and skill needs for the industry. Follow @SME_MFG on Twitter or facebook.com/SMEmfg.
If you have questions about the press release or need additional information, please contact SME Public Relations at communications@sme.org.
Article Today from our partners and friends at America Makes:
Additive manufacturing is changing the face of the industrial sector.
“It’s such a pivotal technology for changing the game in manufacturing,” said Ed Morris, director of America Makes, the National Additive Manufacturing Innovation Institute. “Additive manufacturing has a whole new set of rules.”
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Morris
America Makes is the flagship institute for the National Network for Manufacturing Innovation.
Structured as a public-private partnership with member organizations from industry, academia, government, non-government agencies, and workforce and economic development resources, America Makes is working to innovate and accelerate additive manufacturing to increase the nation’s global manufacturing competitiveness.
“The economic engine of the U.S. isn’t as robust as it once was,” Morris said.
Additive manufacturing, often referred to as 3D printing, allows for more effective use of materials by manufacturers, among a host of other benefits, said Morris, who also is vice president of the National Center for Defense Manufacturing and Machining. Additive manufacturing involves slicing a digital image of an object into layers, which printers then recreate one layer at a time in materials such as plastic and metal, among others.
Under Morris’ leadership, America Makes has been focused on accelerating the adoption of additive manufacturing design and production technologies.
Additive manufacturing is having an “incredibly ubiquitous impact” in medical applications and other areas, including aerospace, he said.
The adoption of additive manufacturing can lead to new products, job creation and the formation of new businesses, Morris said.
Morris will take part in a panel discussion on additive manufacturing and the benefits of the National Network of Manufacturing Innovation centers at Manufacturing Matters! He will appear with Jacob Goodwin, director of membership engagement for the Digital Manufacturing and Design Innovation Institute. n
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Nice video JeffTx ...very informative.
Could you also update the board on the latest knowledge that we have as far as the working relationship with G.E.
We keep hearing "Lockstep" with G.E. but I know we're not hearing any news at all from G.E. or Sigma at this time.
What is G.E. doing currently for ''IN PROCESS QUALITY ASSURANCE'' (R) at their Auburn ALABAMA plant? Could they be using us..but can't say right now..or is the speculation that they've moved on without us? Still testing us out and may use us in the future????
So many questions...so few answers.
GLTA
Still very long..
New GE article today on Additive Manufacturing..also mentions Auburn Plant
GE Global Research joins 3MF consortium
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The 3MF Consortium, an industry association created to develop and promote a new file format for Additive Manufacturing, has announced that GE Global Research has now joined the group. Launched in 2015, the 3MF Consortium is a Joint Development Foundation project with the goal to define a software format that will allow design applications to send full-fidelity 3D models to a mix of other applications, platforms, services and printers.
Scientists and engineers at GE have developed a number of additively manufactured components made with metals and ceramics. The company currently has production AM parts in two different jet engine platforms and is the world’s largest user of metal Additive Manufacturing technologies.
Metal AM “With the successful integration of 3D printed metal parts in two different jet engine platforms and the construction of GE Aviation’s $50 million state-of-the-art high-volume additive production plant in Auburn, Alabama, we achieved major milestones with our additive program in 2015,” stated Prabhjot Singh, Manager of the Additive Manufacturing Lab at GE Global Research. “But we have only scratched the surface on additive’s potential. With even better design tools, machines and new materials, we can dramatically expand the additive industry’s footprint in manufacturing. That future will arrive faster through the strong ecosystem that 3MF is building to bring the right stakeholders together to accelerate new innovations and breakthroughs in this space.”
“GE Global Research is a recognised leader with real-world experience using 3D printing and Additive Manufacturing to drive innovation,” stated Adrian Lannin, 3MF Consortium Executive Director. “We look forward to working with GE Global Research to enrich the 3MF standard and create new opportunities for both 3D printing and the additive manufacturing ecosystem.”
The 3MF Consortium was formed to close the gap between the capabilities of modern 3D printers and outdated file formats. The 3MF specification eliminates the problems associated with currently available file formats, resolving interoperability and functionality issues, and enabling companies to focus more on innovation. The first version of the 3MF specification is available to download at no charge.
www.geglobalresearch.com
www.3mf.io
- See more at: http://www.metal-am.com/news/003763.html#sthash.byjq0nEr.dpuf
Oh yes...thanks Mohsin..
I do like to post new articles like that even if it's just to keep abreast of the industry and possible SGLB connections..even though it's speculation at this point.
This AM industry is starting to grow quickly and will flourish this year. As 3d metal businesses expand..so do the number of articles coming out.
I think I have seen KANYA and others mention Siemens, E.O.S.
and Sigma Labs in the same breath, but not sure of direct connection at this point. Anyone care to elaborate. I do know we bought an EOS machine recently to fit our PRINTRITE 3D(R) SYSTEM ON IT.
SIEMENS ARTICLE TODAY....
Siemens opens Sweden's first workshop for 3D printing metal components
4 February 2016 11:35
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Siemens has opened Sweden’s first production facility for metal 3D printed components in Finspång. The investment, which cost around €21.4 million (200 million Swedish krona), is said to signal the first steps in the company’s plans for the mass manufacture and repair of metal parts with additive manufacturing.
The workshop will employ 20 operators and engineers and will be used for rapid prototyping, manufacturing and repair of components in Siemens’ series of industrial gas turbines. The facility features Direct Metal Laser Sintering machines from German AM leader, EOS.
Hans Holmström, CEO of Siemens Industrial Turbomachinery, commented in the press release: "Siemens is at the forefront in Sweden and the world of additive manufacturing in the development and production of advanced components in the metal to the power industry. This is a step in a long-term investment in this area, where we have not yet seen all the possibilities. Through this investment, we are building up the skills and experience that can lead to new ideas and developments in the field.”
Thorbjorn Fors, global business director for Distributed Generation at Siemens, added: "With this investment, we can develop new and improved components and repairs to serve our industrial gas turbine SGT-800, significantly faster. Using this innovative approach, we will shorten repair times from months to weeks. It is an important step in our ability to respond to the needs of our customers.”
Siemens Additive Manufacturing 3D Printing News 3D Printing Metal
4 February 2016 11:35
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NOT A PUMPER ! DEFINATELY NOT A DUMPER ! I'm in for the long haul !!! Unless of course we don't hear any significant news in the next 12 months or so:
ENJOY THIS INTERESTING QUESTION AND ANSWER SESSION released TODAY ON THE FUTURE OF 3D AM in the Aerospace industry.
AeroDef®-Bringing Together Leading Aerospace and Defense Manufacturing Companies and Leaders to Highlight Technology Options and Trends
FEBRUARY 3, 2016
By SME
Dianne Chong spent nearly 30 years at McDonnell Douglas and The Boeing Company before retiring in 2015 as the vice president of materials, manufacturing, structures and support at Boeing. During her career, Chong provided support to all major defense and commercial programs and has been a functional department head in materials and processes, liaison and process control.
Chong serves on the executive committee for the AeroDef® Conference and Exhibition. She recently provided some insights on the challenges and trends in aerospace and defense manufacturing.
AeroDef® Conference and Exhibition
Long Beach Convention Center
Long Beach, California USA
8-10 February 2016
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Q. What would you say are the three biggest challenges affecting aerospace and defense manufacturing today? How is the industry addressing these?
A. I feel the biggest challenges are staying current with developing technologies, ability to transition technologies to production in a timely way and utilization of all technologies in a cost-effective way. However, these challenges are not unique to the aerospace industry. The industry deals with the research and development of these technologies in multiple ways. They have their own R&D groups, including subsidiaries investigating these. They partner with suppliers, educational institutions, and partners as well.
Q. Over the past few years we’ve heard about the use of composites and advanced materials in aerospace design, such as the Boeing 787 Dreamliner and Airbus A350 XWB. What are the benefits of today’s advanced materials and where do you see the industry going in the future as it relates to materials?
A. The requirements of the products and platforms will always drive technology development in all areas. In the aerospace industry, as with as other industries, one of the requirements is decreasing weight while maintaining technical integrity. Aerospace structural materials development is focused on improvements in strength, modulus and durability while decreasing weight. Our knowledge of – and ability to tailor – advanced materials will allow us to optimize these properties and improve life-cycle costs associated with these products.
Q. Boeing has announced a new microlattice metal they describe as an “open cellular polymer structure” and say it is actually lighter than air. What is the actual viability of materials such as this for practical use? Could we see planes which are lighter than air in the future?
A. The viability of any materials that are used is dependent on the ability to cost-effectively manufacture parts and assemblies from these materials. A lot more development would be required to ensure that parts made with an open cellular structure to understand what could be fabricated, the behavior of these parts in use, and how cost-effective it would be to use this technology. There could be some limitations in certain areas of the platforms that would not allow the use of this technology. However, the possibility of using this for as much of the platform as possible to lighten structure does exist.
Q. The product life of airplanes tends to be measured in decades versus years. In what ways are advanced materials affecting that lifespan?
A. The desire to extend the use of aerospace products has always existed. The lifetime of any product is estimated in years, but is actually determined by usage hours, conditions of usage, and maintenance. Understanding these factors allows us to target the development of advanced materials that can provide extended product life-cycles.
Q. Another hot topic we hear about is 3D printing, or additive manufacturing. How is this used in the aerospace industry? Do you think we will ever see a completely 3D printed plane?
A. I think that all industries are exploring and learning how 3-D printing can help them. Areas of interest are using the technology to print a variety of materials to provide cost-effective ways of fabricating parts and the identification of how the technology can be used for current materials and parts. The ability to print an entire plane would depend on how well the technology can be adapted for use with a variety of materials. The developments that have been made in other industries can contribute to the understanding of how we can apply this to very large structures.
Q. You have an extensive background in metallurgical engineering; how do you see the materials challenge for additive manufacturing as it applies to aerospace?
A. There is a lot of work being done at various companies (aerospace and non-aerospace), universities, and government agencies that investigates how additive manufacturing (AM) can be applied to a broad range of materials. AM does offer opportunities to produce parts from different alloys than those currently used. However, more research is needed to understand how producible the process in the production of these parts. Work also needs to be done on the stability of the parts during and post-fabrication processing or once in use.
Q. For nearly 30 years you’ve been an engineer with both McDonnell Douglas and Boeing, what would you say to other women who may be interested in the engineering field?
A. I would encourage them to pursue careers in engineering and to learn as much as they can about what engineers do in various jobs and industry, and why they like engineering. They can do this by speaking to people in the field or exploring websites/blogs of engineers. They can also learn a lot about occupations through various technical societies such as SME. They should also speak to female engineers as much as possible to have them answer questions about work-life balance, raising families, and any challenges that are unique to women in a profession that is still male-dominated.
Q. You sit on the Executive Committee for the AeroDef Manufacturing with Composites Manufacturing event. How does this event further support and advance manufacturing for the aerospace and defense manufacturing markets?
A. This event provides information and access to suppliers that are unique to the aerospace industry. Because of the focus on aerospace manufacturing, representatives from the industry can easily access targeted information and network with multiple contractors and suppliers at a single venue.
About Dianne Chong
Dianne Chong, PhD, FSME, retired as the vice president of materials, manufacturing, structures and support at The Boeing Co in 2015. Her role encompassed both technology development and production program support for all Boeing products and production lines. Chong worked at McDonnell Douglas and Boeing for 29 years. She began her aerospace career in materials and process research. During her career, Chong has provided support to all major defense and commercial programs, and has been a functional department head in materials and processes, liaison and process control. She received her bachelor’s degrees in biology and psychology from the University of Illinois; master’s degrees in physiology and metallurgical engineering; and her doctorate in metallurgical engineering from the University of Illinois. Chong also holds an executive MBA in manufacturing management from Washington University at St. Louis. She is a fellow of SME and ASM International, as well as an ABET commissioner for SME.
About AeroDef Manufacturing
AeroDef Manufacturing is a leading technical conference and exposition for the aerospace and defense manufacturing industry. Produced by SME, in partnership with industry OEMs, its mission is to foster innovation across the extended enterprise to reduce costs, expedite production times and maintain U.S. competitiveness in the global economy. Learn more at aerodefevent.com.
Source: Courtesy of SME
Thanks HOPETORETIRE. Yes, T.V. News Anchor jobs are hard to come by..so I started out as an investigative reporter and worked my way up to management and Main Anchor. (no longer in management)
I've been doing this for quite a while, but CYBER was right..you have to start out with little money but it can be very lucrative the longer you are in the business.
Have a good evening and GLTA !
I appreciate everyone who contributes to our DOT CONNECTING !
I don't think any of those posts were for me ..HOWEVER:
I can attest that I'm not a pumper or overly optimistic:
I also have NO personal ties to the company or its management team.
I work in the T.V. industry and by my very nature I'M AN OBJECTIVE JOURNALIST. I examine the facts and make indpendent objective decisions.
I am the very one who agreed with ALANHILL (?) that we need an independent board of directors looking out for investor interest.
I just happen to know this product is THE MARKET LEADER and could and will be the INTEL inside.
GOOD LUCK LONGS !
ABLU, I couldn't DISAGREE with you more. SGLB is about as SOLID as a company you could expect. SGLB is not some ''fly by night' company that has no backbone.
Our management team and our product are cutting edge..''top of the line''..
You will be quite surprised at the positive developments that will happen to SGLB this year.
This is one of those one in a million penny stocks that will make your head spin this year !!!
GLTA AND ESPECIALLY THE LONGS !!!
This has to be the most educated board in 3D HISTORY !
New article out this morning on the ever changing, and evolving
AM 3D market.
The 3D printing of metals is the industry’s fastest growing sector; various reports suggest that sales of metal-based 3D printers are up on last year’s numbers by upwards of 50%. According to a recent survey of additive manufacturing (AM) professionals the use of metal additive manufacturing is set to double over the course of the next three years, in that same survey 84% of participants said they’d like to see further developments in metal materials for additive manufacturing.
One company leading the way in metals both in terms of growth and R&D is Concept Laser. After revenue growth of 75% in 2014 the German machines manufacturer consolidated its growth with a further 35% revenue increase in the first six months of 2015. While 45 systems were sold in the same period of the previous year, the company received 68 orders this year, a significant increase of around 50%.
The company’s CEO, Frank Herzog pioneered laser melting technologies a decade and a half ago; his work in developing Concept’s LaserCUSING technology has seen him nominated for the prestigious German Future Prize 2015 for Concept’s work on project with Airbus as well as winning the 2015 European CEO award for his entrepreneurship in the additive manufacturing sphere.
Having met with Frank Herzog during a tour of Concept’s Lichtenfals, Germany HQ last year it is clear from his passion for the future this isn’t a company resting on those laurels. The fact that approximately a third of the company’s employees are within R&D shows a dedication to furthering the technology and not just profiteering off a bandwagon. Frank told TCT how he has set forth plans for futureproofing Concept’s team:
“A commitment to training the next generation is close to my heart and the establishment of the "Concept Academy" provides the ideal platform for consistent efforts in this area,” explained Herzog. “I believe that ongoing training and development are the best way to create a strong nucleus and a basis for future development of LaserCUSING, to get young people enthusiastic about joining us and to expand the possibilities for additive manufacturing in industry. I think that these young people hold the real potential for the future and we need to facilitate and support their development.”
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Taking a Leaf from Mapal’s Book
Part of Concept’s unprecedented growth is down to an enthusiastic user-base, willing to take on projects to truly revolutionise traditional design process. A great example of this is the aforementioned Airbus project, if you’ve been to see Concept Laser at a trade show you’ll no doubt have come across the Airbus A350 XWB connector bracket. The small but truly groundbreaking part is now airborne serving three major airlines, the bracket is 30% lighter than its traditional counterpart and is the first titanium component produced using 3D printing on-board a commercial aircraft.
Although aerospace, automotive and medical are oft quoted primary verticals for all metal AM companies it is perhaps a less sexy application that has many in the industry standing up and taking note. The cover star of this very edition of TCT is a QTD-series insert drill by precision tools specialist Mapal, as you’ve probably guessed it is manufactured additively with LaserCUSING technology.
The benefits in additively manufacturing this part are vast, because of the technology’s inherent ability to create complex internal geometries Mapal were able to design spiralling ducts in order to increase the flow of coolant to the drill head meaning that it can work longer and faster than previous incarnations. Dr Dirk Sellmer, Head of Research and Development at Mapal explained: “Compared with the previous central coolant supply with ‘y’ diversion, a spiral coolant routing increases the coolant flow by 100%.”
Currently using two Concept Laser M1 Cusing systems Mapal is in the process of applying AM in areas where it has seen innovation hampered by previous limitations in production. Another project has seen the German company use similar methods to those discovered in the manufacture of the QTD insert drill in order to improve hydraulic clamping technology.
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The HTC with Narrow Contour from MAPAL Dr Kress AG
Hydraulic chucks improve precision, process and reliability but have previously had one major drawback, temperature resistance. As trends in metalworking move to more high-speed machining, heat resistance becomes a huge issue. If operated at over 50 °C traditional hydraulic chucks can burst, ruining an expensive part. Mapal has been working on solutions to this problem since 2009 and has recently had a breakthrough using LaserCUSING technology.
By using a specially developed steel-based metal powder and an entirely new design Mapal has eliminated the need for brazing the basic body and expanding sleeve together. The brazed connection is the problematic area when working at high temperatures, the new design allows for a greater heat transfer meaning the chuck can now work at temperatures up to 170 °C.
“Additive strategies shift the design principles towards product solutions which would have been inconceivable previously,” said Dr Sellmer. “The products offer obvious positives for us and our customers. There is no other way if you want to be successful in future.”
Engineering in the USA
Mapal’s adoption of metal additive technologies was mirrored at formnext powered by tct; the event showcased how multi-nationals like Audi are implementing additive technologies into their production processes. Though the execution of metal AM in Europe is fast approaching mass-adoption, the landscape in the US is very different; President and CEO of Concept Laser’s US subsidiary, John Murray, outlined to TCT the potential reasons why:
“Fully dense metal part processing was developed by our founder and CEO Frank Herzog so it makes sense European companies were the early adopters. However, it also seems European customers are more aggressive about adopting these new technologies and techniques,” explained Murray. “Tooling with conformal cooled inserts, for example, is something we’ve been using at Hoffmann Tooling for well over a decade. There is minimal adoption of this capability in the US to date. Concept Laser is now 15 years old so the early adopters of metal AM have well over a decade of experience and a significant lead over US companies. The US market is just now beginning to open up.”
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Stirling Engine concept by DEKA.
Since the US arm of Concept Laser, Concept Laser Inc., began trading back in December 2014 the company has seen unprecedented growth. So much so that during a recent visit by the company’s founder, Frank Herzog, it was announced that the US subsidiary would already have to move to a larger premises because its Grapevine, Texas, HQ was ‘bursting at the seams’.
With a full stock of parts inventory and the Texas HQ and five field service engineers, located nationwide Concept Laser Inc. is perfectly placed to serve growing demand as well as the 60 plus machines installed across the US, Canada and Mexico. One of Concept Laser's most progressive and longstanding customers is Deka Research & Development, headed up by the inventor of the Segway Human Transporter, Dean Kamen.
Deka have been using plastic 3D printing technology since its inception for rapid prototyping purposes but the acquisition of a Concept Laser machine has meant the company is able to ramp up many of its more elaborate projects, like that of the Stirling Engine. The 19th Century invention can convert electrical power from any heat source, its advocates say it is one of the world’s most efficient engines; its drawback has always been the engine’s bulk-to-output ratio. Deka is trying to eliminate that drawback using 3D printing’s inherent ability to create complex geometries in an array of materials.
If successful the Deka Stirling Engine could supply electricity to those far-flung corners of the world yet to be reached by a grid system. Helping out those in the developing world is a passion of Kamen’s and the Stirling Engine excites him, he told Forbes Magazine last year: “We have powered them using cow dung in Bangladesh, and even by burning olive oil.”
With a burgeoning customer base implementing LaserCUSING technologies into massively different applications globally it is easy to see how Concept Laser has established itself as one of the leaders in metal 3D printing.
“German engineering and quality is highly respected worldwide and our machines reflect the disciplined engineering and manufacturing,” detailed CEO John Murray. “Customers want machines that are reliable and consistent. Our recent advances are aimed at increasing the productivity and yield of our machines, while enabling our customers to certify their products’ performance with confidence.”
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2 February 2016 14:18
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CYBERNV...the answer to your question is a ''GRASS VALLEY'' switcher. And from what I can tell, the station has had it for about 15 years. I think it's almost time for a new one.
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SolidProfessor introduces two new 3D printing courses
1 February 2016 16:09
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Online provider of software learning tools, SolidProfessor, has released two new 3D printing courses that teach skills, techniques and the history of additive manufacturing alongside an introduction to printing CAD models on MakerBot 3D printers.
The “Introduction to 3D Printing”, and “3D Printing with MakerBot” courses will be added at no additional cost to the accounts of members who have either SolidProfessor for SOLIDWORKS or SolidProfessor for Autodesk Inventor.
SolidProfessor’s courses use a combination of concept-based video lessons, hands-on exercises, and skills assessments aimed at helping engineers to get the most out of their software tools. "Introduction to 3D Printing" and "3D Printing with MakerBot" courses will utilise all components of the SolidProfessor learning methodology in addition to powerful search capabilities that allow members to quickly and easily find answers to their questions.
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These courses will provide users with an understanding of various 3D printing technologies and how they can use 3D printing with their current 3D CAD skills. For those who don’t currently have any experience with 3D modelling, "Introduction to 3D Printing" will show free resources that they can use to start modelling right away. Experienced users will learn about more advanced tools and technologies that can be used to take designs from digital representations of designs to physical objects.
The “3D Printing with MakerBot” course will provide a solid understanding of MakerBot Desktop software and teach the fundamental concepts and essential strategies to help users get successful prints out of MakerBot’s fantastic printers time and time again.
Jason Wright, head of Content Development at SolidProfessor, explained: “3D printing is ushering in a new age of reconnecting designers with manufacturing. The Maker movement isn’t just for hobbyists anymore. Micro-manufacturing and mass customisation are permeating and changing the industry as a whole. We decided to bring our members this course because we believe that 3D Printing is an important component of the future of the computer-aided design industry.”
Not sure CYBERNV..but I will try to check today.
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Hey CyberNV we share something in common. What state are you in and what's your job if you don't mind my asking..
GLTA !
There's been varying responses and speculation about a buyout and it didn't appear that a buyout would be very lucrative at this point for current investors: ANYONE WANT TO CHIME IN ON THE PROS AND CONS OF A BUYOUT RIGHT NOW?
Nice Analysis Silversmith. I agree I can see the 2016 "SILVER" lining in these dark clouds hanging over our share price.
When do you think we might actually be able to uplist...end of 2017?
I know numerous things have to happen first before uplisting.
That's real nice news RFB. I'll tell you what though, if this stock were ever to go down to .01 you better believe all the longs on this board will need an 18 wheeler to load up and haul the huge amount of
shares that we'll buy on that day. I guess I'll get to my million shares after all if that happens. You've actually made my day RFB !
I always knew you weren't a bad guy : )
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I'D LIKE TO HEAR FROM SOME OF OUR OTHER FRIENDS ABOUT MORE NEWS THAT WORKS IN OUR FAVOR. I'M SURE THEY'LL HAVE SOMETHING BAD TO SAY ABOUT IT !
GLTA!
Nice work GET RICH and here's to all of us GETTING RICH !
You keep connecting those dots that some on this board don't believe in.
GOOD LUCK LONGS !
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Aiming high: Aachener developing innovations with the 3D printer
By: Ines Kubat
Last update:January 19, 2016, 22:21 clock
One airplane armrest is milled, the other printed: The Aachen Andreas Nick (l.) And Chris Seiffert work at the Airbus subsidiary Apworks in the development of 3D printing in the metallic region. Photo: ik
. MUNICH The poster on the wall at Apworks shows a motorcycle out of the 3D printer - sleek, modern, futuristic. It could be as simple: powder fill, press the start button and already rises a roadworthy bicycle from the dust. Such an idea was impossible long. On the Airbus campus in Ottobrunn near Munich but seems little impossible.
THOMAS ENDERS ON THE FUTURE OF FLYING
Airbus CEO Thomas Enders has a clear vision of the future forecast of flying and: "Soon there will be Internet on all flights." The key is also the development of aircraft that consume less and less. "By 2050, we want the CO2 emissions by 75 percent, reduce nitrogen oxides by 90 percent and noise by 65 percent." (Dpa)
From self-printed motorcycle you are only a short distance away at the company Apworks: "The plans are ready," says the native of Aachen Andreas Nick, one of the first Apworks staff. The company - a subsidiary of Airbus Group - which specializes in 3D printing in the metallic region. The bike pictured they could produce immediately. "If not for the price would be," says Andreas Nick. Therefore, it is for now just a marketing gimmick. But only for now.
Airbus has drawn only in the past week, a positive fiscal balance under 2015th The aircraft manufacturer has suspended the rival Boeing in the race for new orders last year and invested alongside the actual aircraft for several years a lot of money into research in metal 3D printing process: An entire department is testing in Ottobrunn near Munich new method, developed materials, optimized the printing process.
As it became known yesterday, the Group has recently started in Lower Saxony Varel with the industrial use of 3D printers in the production. So far, Airbus had its components completely purchased from suppliers, now walled fuel pipes made of titanium are first printed - from the Airbus subsidiary Premium Aerotech. "This is a real milestone, particularly as the cost of halving by," said Airbus executive Peter Sander yesterday.
And Airbus follows a clear plan: mid-2016 to proceed with the 3D printing of stainless steel and 2017 aluminum, so the official march towards the Group.
Because the aircraft giant suspects called the potential in 3D printing, also additives Layered Manufacturing (ALM). However, he wants the technology have not only for its own fleet of aircraft, but also for other industries: Because of the market, which reveals itself through the special production, seems enormous. And he wakes up just as a sleeping giant.
Promising technologies that have been developed in the Airbus-think tank are therefore intended to be marketed externally. Therefore, the aviation giant was divided half years ago the company Apworks from: Now acts as a link between the group's own research and free economy - and makes use of the expertise of the parent company.
Apworks CEO Joachim Zettler sat at the foundation on Aachener heads: Andreas Nick studied at the RWTH metallurgy and has been scientific director of Apworks. Christopher Seiffert also comes from Aachen, and came as a trained technician to Munich to take over the production line. The three of them have built the company Apworks, now they are working with ten engineers and scientists.
The printer: In its production hall the two most important people are. Through a small window you can watch, like a laser beam on a tray latching with fine metal powder is melted selectively, leaving a solid form. New powder is immediately blown onto the surface and melted the next layer. Each layer measures approximately 0.06 millimeters - minimally longer than a human hair. Until thus created a structure of only 20 cm in height, it can sometimes take days.
Although 3D printing takes a long time - but offers enormous advantages such as material savings. Moreover, structures can be constructed, which are than conventional constructs often more stable and easier. The machine prints a single part, which otherwise had to be made more individual pieces and firmly connected.
Scientists talk about the developments in the 3D printing process, already the term now take industrial revolution in the mouth. This revolution was initially held mainly in the field of plastics processing, architecture and medical technology. The printing of metal is relatively new, but promising.
For the ALM process can supplement or even replace the traditional casting or milling process, explains production manager Christopher Seiffert. What is playing easily constructed on the computer, has so far been impossible to mill frequently or watering and had to be added inconvenient: for example, internal cavities for cooling fluids in engines.
Particularly hot on the innovations in 3D printing is the aerospace industry. Chris Seiffert and Andreas Nick show why and compare two airplane armrests: one was formed by conventional milling of metal, the other is a prototype from the printer. Their shapes are similar, which is a rest but angular and edgy, the other follows a bionic structure. "You can see right away that you have consumed much less material at the printed part," says Nick. The difference'm mainly on the scales and thus noticeable in flight operations: For more weight means more fuel and therefore higher costs of each flight.
And Apworks mixed vigorously with the industry: Your license procedures for aviation industry is currently nearing completion. Then they are allowed to produce some components in series with Titan: for example, the said armrest.
But metal 3D printing is interesting not only for aviation: Two-thirds of Apworks customers come from other industries. Some items can print, others want to prototypes or small series order. Especially the automotive industry plays with the idea of ??3D printing, explains Andreas Nick. The speech is currently however still of luxury companies or Formula 1. Because for mass production the items are still too expensive.
And a whole new division hopes for help from Apworks: Before the two printers in the production hall is a gray component: about 30 centimeters long and 15 centimeters high. Although it looks massive and is highly resilient, it is lightweight in the hand. "It is a thigh," said Seiffert, "for a humanoid robot." Who the customer is exactly the subject to date still the strictest secrecy. But it is precisely in this sector is growing interest in the metal die.
"Everyone wants to join the hype, and has a part that he wants to print," says Joachim Zettler. But not every member was suitable economically seen for 3D printing. As already stated: The procedure will cost and it lasts. At least still.
Expertise for faster and thus cheaper Produce is available. The problem had been the speed of the machines, says Seiffert. Therefore it is first of all: Waiting for the new technology. Then at some point the metal printing method is cheaper. And at some point is also the 3D-printed motorcycle not a pure marketing gimmick more.
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Hoch hinaus: Aachener entwickeln Innovationen mit dem 3D-Drucker - Lesen Sie mehr auf:
http://www.aachener-zeitung.de/news/wirtschaft/hoch-hinaus-aachener-entwickeln-innovationen-mit-dem-3d-drucker-1.1273074#plx1699410542
Alan, we don't always see eye to eye..but I would agree SOME of those questions are legitimate and we can only hope SGLB managment will answer them in due time. In this very competitive industry there's a fine line between what investors need to know and what we're willing to learn about later so our competitors won't know.
We're all in agreement about one thing: SGLB management needs to loosen up just a little bit to keep us more informed so we can decide how long we want to stay on board or if we want to jump ship.
I'm personally a LONG ..and will remain so. I do agree about an independent board and hopefully one day that will happen. There's nothing wrong with an objective board to keep investors interest at heart.
OFF TO WORK..GOOD DAY LADIES AND GENTS. Nice weekend to all !
Not to worry. One solid contract will propel us way past our current expenses. And like we all agree, our growing expense is good news in that we're having to bring more people on board.
Trust me, our revs will shoot right past expenses once we get that first big contract (which is inevitable ) IMO !
Yes Train, this is typical on a day when good news is released.
The news slowly circulates and by late morning SIGMA LABS Investors and those waiting on the sidelines quickly jump in..and add shares.
Other things that happen include not hearing from R.F.B for a few days until the good news wares off and then we'll hear from him again in a week about how SIGMA is doomed! LOL !
Article today on the predicted explosive worldwide growth in 3D metal printing
***and SIGMA LABS is leading the way with its invaluable products in quality assurance. To this day, I have not heard any other company mentioned or even close to what we do. Our head start over any competition is truly unbelievable !
Industry 4.0 and additive manufacturing
January 21, 2016
Industry 4.0 and additive manufacturing
3D printing with metal powder and a laser: laser direct metal deposition (LMD) involves melting metal particles in the focus area of a laser beam. A workpiece made from solid metal is produced, made purely from CAD data without a die casting …more
At the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos a key topic is focusing on the "Digital Transformation of Industries". The fourth industrial revolution is imminent. It goes by the name "Industry 4.0" and is expected to fundamentally change, among other things, the production methods and business models currently used in industrialized countries. Experts estimate that Industry 4.0 will result in virtual data merging with real production equipment. The resulting "smart factory" will bring customers and suppliers closer together, as production orders will be sent by the customer directly to the machine, and the production data will be transferred to the distribution partner in real time. Manufacturing will become leaner and faster and respond to customers' needs.
Additive Manufacturing – 3D printing in metal
A key component in making Industry 4.0 a reality are machines that can produce the desired components faster, more flexibly and more precisely than ever before. Less prototype construction, fewer dies, less post-processing. In future it will have to be possible to turn data into components and products at an incredible speed.
3D printers give a sneak preview of what this type of production might look like. The first of these devices were created in the 1980s, and nowadays you can buy entry-level devices for less than 700 Swiss francs. But so far, 3D printers have generally been used to make objects from plastic. The mechanical properties and the temperature stability of these objects are pretty limited as a result, which is why they are mainly used for illustrative purposes, i.e. as visual models. This is why 3D printing is often described as "rapid prototyping".
Industry 4.0 and additive manufacturing
Info graphics—Additive Manufacturing. Credit: Empa
For the fourth industrial revolution, the technique used for 3D printing will have to go one step further: from rapid prototyping to Advanced Manufacturing, the production of lasting and functional components with defined mechanical and thermal properties: products made from metals or ceramics.
Empa, the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology, is working on this topic with various research groups. One group is examining the optimized use of lasers, while another is researching new types of alloys that this technology makes feasible for the first time. A further lab is using Additive Manufacturing to build new, geometric forms that were not possible up to now with the traditional production methods available.
Explore further: Leading the way in 3D metal printing for industry
Provided by: Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology
Read more at: http://phys.org/news/2016-01-industry-additive.html#jCp
They indicated numerous PR's they were working on. I have a feeling we'll be getting another one in the next week or so.
RFB, SMILE, LAUGH..the world is not caving in on SIGMA LABS.
This is your cue not to be 'DEBBIE DOWNER' anymore. Relax and enjoy the ride up from here !!!
I'm with you Magnum. I am staying put at least through the end of the year. SGLB Management says they have enough cash on hand to last through the end of 2016..so I'm sticking around at least until then. Any more dilution or negative news before then..might make me bail. But you're right, there's nothing worse than getting out..only for the team to make a LIFE CHANGING ANNOUNCEMENT with the stock and you're caught with your pants down..having sold off your shares.
It really is worth its weight in gold to stick around until the party begins or until they call off the party.
GOOD LUCK LONGS ! HANG IN THERE !
BearHunter...yes...volume picking up. I really meant another slow day as far as news goes from the company. Slow in the fact that we have been waiting and waiting for that next press release.
They say they are working on some..so I guess we'll just have to wait it out a while longer.
GLTA! STILL VERY LONG AND VERY STRONG !!!
A good read on another slow day while we wait for our next PRESS RELEASE with something about those new contracts that are in the works: Enjoy ! More great strides in the industry.
Orbital ATK Successfully Tests Hypersonic Engine Combustor Produced Through Additive Manufacturing
3D-Printed Unit Demonstrates One of Longest Duration Propulsion Wind Tunnel Tests on Record
January 18, 2016 08:30 AM Eastern Standard Time
DULLES, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Orbital ATK (NYSE: OA), a global leader in aerospace and defense technologies, announced today that it has successfully tested a 3D-printed hypersonic engine combustor at NASA Langley Research Center. The combustor, produced through an additive manufacturing process known as powder bed fusion (PBF), was subjected to a variety of high-temperature hypersonic flight conditions over the course of 20 days, including one of the longest duration propulsion wind tunnel tests ever recorded for a unit of this kind. Analysis confirms the unit met or exceeded all of the test requirements.
“This combustor is a great example of a component that was impossible to build just a few years ago. This successful test will encourage our engineers to continue to explore new designs and use these innovative tools to lower costs and decrease manufacturing time.”
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One of the most challenging parts of the propulsion system, a scramjet combustor, houses and maintains stable combustion within an extremely volatile environment. The tests were, in part, to ensure that the PBF-produced part would be robust enough to meet mission objectives.
“Additive manufacturing opens up new possibilities for our designers and engineers,” said Pat Nolan, Vice President and General Manager of Orbital ATK’s Missile Products division of the Defense Systems Group. “This combustor is a great example of a component that was impossible to build just a few years ago. This successful test will encourage our engineers to continue to explore new designs and use these innovative tools to lower costs and decrease manufacturing time.”
The test at Langley was an important opportunity to challenge Orbital ATK’s new combustor design, made possible only through the additive manufacturing process. Complex geometries and assemblies that once required multiple components can be simplified to a single, more cost-effective assembly. However, since the components are built one layer at a time, it is now possible to design features and integrated components that could not be easily cast or otherwise machined.
PBF is one of several manufacturing methods currently being explored by Orbital ATK and its technology partners. Final assembly of the test combustor was completed at the company’s facilities in Ronkonkoma, New York, and Allegany Ballistics Laboratory in Rocket Center, West Virginia.
Orbital ATK’s Defense Systems Group is an industry leader in providing innovative and affordable precision and strike weapons, advanced propulsion and hypersonics, missile components across air-, sea- and land-based systems, ammunition and related energetic products.
About Orbital ATK
Orbital ATK is a global leader in aerospace and defense technologies. The company designs, builds and delivers space, defense and aviation systems for customers around the world, both as a prime contractor and merchant supplier. Its main products include launch vehicles and related propulsion systems; missile products, subsystems and defense electronics; precision weapons, armament systems and ammunition; satellites and associated space components and services; and advanced aerospace structures. Headquartered in Dulles, Virginia, Orbital ATK employs approximately 12,000 people in 18 states across the United States and in several international locations. For more information, visit www.orbitalatk.com.
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Didn't we just hop in bed with E.O.S. recently, or should I say we have one leg in the bed and one leg out !!! AND didn't we just put our PRINTRITE3D(R) ON THEIR MODEL 290 PRINTER for an evaluation period?
( NICE ARTICLE BELOW TODAY ABOUT OUR FRIENDS AT E.O.S INCREASING REVENUES.)
EOS, Technology and Quality Leader in Additive Manufacturing
26 years of EOS: steady global growth and technology leadership
PR Newswire EOS Electro Optical Systems (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
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SHANGHAI, Jan. 18, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- During the last business year, EOS, the global technology and quality leader for high-end additive manufacturing (AM) solutions, was able to increase its sales revenues by 53 percent over the previous year, to EUR 263 million.
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.EOS, TECHNOLOGY AND QUALITY LEADER IN ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING / 26 years of EOS: steady global growth and technology leadership / Dr. Adrian Keppler, C...
By October 2015, EOS had 750 employees worldwide, which represents an increase of 38 percent in its global workforce compared to the previous fiscal year. During that time, key positions were filled around the globe to provide even better support for customers on their way to additive series manufacturing. This enormous growth is reflected in the fact that individual locations are also experiencing steady growth.
Dr. Adrian Keppler, Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) at EOS: "Our company has been pursuing an unparalleled course of growth and success for many years. By October 2015, there were approximately 2,000 EOS systems installed around the world. We were able to double our installed base over the last three years; during the last two years, the number of metal laser sintering systems was doubled from 400 to 800 systems. During the past business year alone, the company sold 400 systems, including 220 metal systems. This underlines EOS' leadership role particularly in the metal segment, and the growing interest in this technology particularly in the series production segment." And he adds: "We expect that market demand will continue to rise in the future - not least because leading companies worldwide trust in our technology."
Please find the complete English press release here. For further information: Stephanie Cheong, Marketing Manager EOS Singapore Pte. Ltd. (phone +65-6430-0541, e-Mail: Stephanie.cheong@eos.info).
If you are asking my opinion ABLU, NO there's no fraud manipulation as you say. This company's management team is as SOLID as they come. If you do your research and Due Diligence you'll see that. Yes, there are people who try to manipulate this stock because this is Penny land and the rules are different than with regular stocks and as long as we're in the OTC world, then yes, the stock can be manipulated.
What will save this stock is hard work, a great product, a great managment team, and SAVVY investors who know where we are headed.
Yes, the stock market is collapsing all around us today..but as you'll likely see, it doesn't affect us here in penny land all that much.
So, if you ask me, HUNKER DOWN ...ride out the storm and let's wait for some good contract news this year.
***note to Mark Cola and the gang*** This would be the quarter that you guys really need to throw us a bone and stop being so secretive. We believe in what you're doing, but you have to give us more news..more often OR the drum beat will continue to get louder and louder.
OK Thanks JEFFTX from one fellow Texan to the other.
I have to scratch my head whenever I read something like this!
Could someone please shed some light on whether this is a problem that SGLB addresses with PRINTRITE (R) and everything else we use to inspect a part that's being made. THANK YOU IN ADVANCE !
Maybe we should contact the author at the bottom and ask him if he's ever heard of SGLB.
LLNL Researchers Outline Physics of Metal 3D Printing
JANUARY 14, 2016
By Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
While the most common method of metal 3D printing is growing exponentially, moving forward from producing prototypes to manufacturing critical parts will be possible only by reaching a fundamental understanding of the complex physics behind the process, according to a new paper authored by Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) researchers.
The powder bed fusion process, also known as selective laser melting (SLM), requires thin layers of a metal powder to be spread across a build area, where they are fused by a laser or electron beam based on a 3D computer-aided design (CAD) model. The process is repeated until a part is produced, layer-by-layer from the bottom up.
Even though the method has quickly progressed into a production technology, 3D printing of metal parts (also known as metal additive manufacturing) for industries such as aerospace and health care is hampered, according to LLNL’s Wayne King, by a lack of confidence in the finished parts. This hurdle, he said, can be overcome by a combination of physics-based modeling and high-performance computing to determine the optimal parameters for building each part.
“If we want to put parts into critical applications, they have to meet quality criteria. Our project is focused on developing a science-based understanding of the additive manufacturing process to build confidence in the quality of parts,” said King, leader of the Lab’s Accelerated Certification of Additively Manufactured Metals Project (ACAMM). “We want to accelerate certification and qualification to take advantage of the flexibility that metal additive manufacturing gives us. Ideally, our plants would like to build a part on Monday that can be qualified and on the same machine on Tuesday build a different part that can also be qualified.”
In a paper published in the January edition of Applied Physics Reviews (link is external) that was commissioned by the publication, King and his team describe two physics-based models for the selective laser melting process on scales varying from the particulate powder to the whole part or component.
From left: Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory researchers — Ibo Matthews, a principal investigator leading the Lab’s effort on the joint open source software project; Wayne King, director of the Accelerated Certification of Additively Manufactured Metals Initiative; and Gabe Guss, engineering associate — examine a 3D-printed part manufactured using the selective laser melting process. (Photo courtesy of LLNL)
From left: Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory researchers — Ibo Matthews, a principal investigator leading the Lab’s effort on the joint open source software project; Wayne King, director of the Accelerated Certification of Additively Manufactured Metals Initiative; and Gabe Guss, engineering associate — examine a 3D-printed part manufactured using the selective laser melting process. (Photo courtesy of LLNL)
The team’s comprehensive powder model addresses the formation, evolution and solidification of the melt pool, and could be used to better understand how laser power, speed, beam size and shape affect different types of metals and develop parameters for new materials, the researchers said. It also could provide insights into the dominant physical processes in the laser-powder interaction and guide improvements to the SLM method in the future, according to Andy Anderson, a co-author on the paper.
The part-scale model simulates the 3D printing of full-scale parts, calculating the effects of stress and heat arising from a given type of metal and laser process parameters. It could improve predictions of deformation and stresses during printing that can lead to part failure, as well as help improve quality, eliminating much of the guesswork involved in creating new parts.
“By modeling the fabrication you can see what is the aggregate behavior of the part and essentially build in compensations. If there is warping, we can warp the target geometry to arrive at the correct net shape,” said Bob Ferencz, LLNL’s division leader for Computational Engineering, and co-author on the paper. “The benefit of simulations is that you can slow down the process and hopefully that informs you as to mitigations for the mechanisms you see as the cause of the failure.”
Combining the physics models with data-mining technologies and uncertainty analyses could optimize metal parts without the cost of multiple experiments, and aid in more widespread adoption of metal 3D printing, the researchers said.
“These models will be a big step forward toward getting away from the experience base and getting the science base behind it,” King said. “We’re talking about getting to the place of saying ‘just press print’ for metal. It could broadly impact the way people apply metal additive manufacturing.”
Other LLNL scientists and researchers contributing to the three-year study include Neil Hodge, Chandrika Kamath, Saad Khairallah and Alexander Rubenchik.
The Laboratory Directed Research and Development (LDRD) Program at LLNL funded the team’s work.
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