Oak Ridge National Laboratory has achieved a groundbreaking milestone by testing 3D-printed stainless steel capsules designed for use in nuclear reactors. The capsules, produced using a laser powder bed fusion process, successfully endured the harsh conditions of the High Flux Isotope Reactor during a month-long irradiation period. The successful testing of 3D-printed stainless steel capsules
The article discusses a groundbreaking development in 3D bioprinting where researchers from MIT and the Polytechnic University of Milan have introduced an AI-assisted quality control system to enhance the precision and sustainability of tissue printing processes. Additive Center sees immense potential in the development of AI-assisted quality control for 3D bioprinting. By integrating monitoring systems
New Partnership: Mikrocentrum & Additive Center Support moving from Prototype to Performance Eindhoven, September 4, 2025 – Mikrocentrum and Additive Center have entered into a collaboration to support high-tech manufacturing companies in applying 3D printing technology to functional, industrial applications. Through knowledge sharing via training programs and tailor-made workshops, the partners help companies move from prototyping
ASML takes on the role as a driving force for high-tech AM “It’s fun, it brings freedom, we want it, but the quality must be good.” What role will additive manufacturing play in the production of advanced machinery, like metrological instruments and lithography scanners of ASML? We asked Arno Sprengers, team lead precision mechanics at
Where does ASML want to go with additive manufacturing? AM is a common theme in Tech Talks, Masterclasses, and Round Tables during Manufacturing Technology Conference 2024. What opportunities does ASML see, and possibly also Thermo Fisher Scientific, for additive manufacturing? If you look at the schedule of the second Manufacturing Technology Conference (MTC), the potential
How we make AM a strategic advantage for your business Realizing Growth Benefits The true transformation takes place when additive manufacturing becomes the principal manufacturing technology for final products and components. This empowers your business to fine-tune product design, enhance customer value, foster innovation in product development, and elevate your existing offerings. In essence,
How to maximise the Business Value of 3D printing Cultivating Competence: The Catalyst for Additive Manufacturing Success At the heart of Additive Center is a commitment to nurturing competence. We provide a structured approach to skill development across your organization. Our services include competency assessments, customized training programs, and ongoing knowledge transfer initiatives. We
Advantages of AM during the product life cycle 1. Cost Savings Reduces material waste and lowers production costs, particularly for complex or low-volume parts. 2. Faster Prototyping Speeds up product development by allowing rapid iteration and testing of designs. 3. Supply Chain Efficiency Minimizes dependence on distant suppliers by enabling on-site or local manufacturing. 4.
Alexander Bours Joins Additive Center as Chief Commercial Officer and Partner Additive Center announced the introduction of Alexander Bours as new partner and Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). The company is renowned for its transformative contributions to industrial 3D printing and additive manufacturing. CEO 🔥 Maarten van Dijk: “With Alexander’s arrival, Additive Center is now fully prepared to expand services
Additive Center and Werner Stapela Unite Forces We’re pleased to share news of a significant collaboration in the additive manufacturing sector. Additive Center, a known innovator in the field, is partnering with Werner Stapela, formerly the Head of AM at Danfoss. This collaboration aims to bolster both the quality and range of services we can