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Colibrium Additive, the GE Aerospace company formerly known as GE Additive, has much on show at RAPID+TCT this week. Like many others the company has taken the event as an opportunity to release new products, software upgrades, materials and more. Chief among these releases is the new Spectra M system, an electron beam melting (EBM) solution that…

In a previous blog post, we broke down key differences between the most popular 3D printing thermoplastics. While their low melting temperature and general simplicity of printing make for quick and easy parts, thermoplastics leave something to be desired when it comes to mechanical properties such as strength, stiffness, and heat resistance. Fortunately, utilizing a technology…

Last month saw the inauguration of the Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) Takasago Hydrogen Park on the outskirts of Kobe, Japan. We caught up with Takanao Komaki, AM technology development team leader, to understand their plans for metal additive manufacturing and the M Line system that was recently installed there.     Congratulations again on the opening of your…

25 June 2024, Los Angeles, United States – Colibrium Additive – a GE Aerospace company –unveiled the Spectra M—the latest addition to its Spectra portfolio of electron beam melting (EB-PBF) printers. The Spectra M can be ordered now, with first deliveries expected in early Q1 2025.  The Spectra M responds to interest from additive manufacturers in…

ScanBox Easy operation – Fast and Precise – High throughput Fast automated measurements with highest precision: ScanBox is an all-in-one solution for an efficient quality control in production and manufacturing processes. Available in 11 different variants for different applications and part sizes – from locking hooks to complete car bodies – the standardized measuring machines…