Keyword: 3D Printing

The additive manufacturing industry looks a bit more positively at its current business development in autumn 2026 than it did a year ago.

AM Solutions automates powder supply in polymer 3D printing

From Millisecond Switches to Components that Think: Fraunhofer ILT Shows New Ways to More Economical AM at Formnext

3D printing has great potential in manufacturing. It can be used to produce bionic lightweight components for aviation that can significantly reduce CO2 emissions. In the project 'Enabl3D', researchers are now developing sufficient quality assurance.

In June, AM Solutions – 3D post processing technology presented the new S1 Basic for the first time at 3D Print in Lyon.

Formnext expands engagement in the field of defense and security

New "Additive Multimaterial Manufacturing" laboratory opened – with symposium, award ceremonies, and campus-wide laboratory tours

More efficient quality assurance for 3D-printed components in aviation

With the introduction of the automated blasting system S1 from AM Solutions, the German 3D printing service provider FORMRISE has significantly improved its post-processing for SLS components. Through an integrated 2-in-1 process for cleaning and surface treatment, the company was able to reduce the post-processing time by around 50%.

Driven by the 10th anniversary in 2025 and a visitor record from the last trade fair edition, Formnext 2026 starts the new year with strong momentum.