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VMC vs HMC: Vertical vs Horizontal Machining Center Comparison
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G-code vs Conversational Programming: Pros, Cons, and Use Cases
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Surface finishing after CNC machining: anodizing, plating, and coating options
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Fanuc vs Siemens vs Heidenhain CNC Controllers Compared
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Haas vs DMG Mori vs Mazak: CNC Machine Brand Comparison for Job Shops
* Haas, DMG Mori, and Mazak are top contenders in the CNC machine market, each with unique strengths and weaknesses...
CNC Coolant Types Compared: Flood vs Mist vs MQL
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How I 3D Printed My Own Lego-Compatible Train Bridges
Lego train sets have been available for decades, now. The Danish manufacturer long ago realized the magic of combining its buildin...
CNC Workholding Solutions Compared: Vises, Chucks, Vacuum Tables, and Fixtures
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Sticky by Design: The 8 Tactics 3D Printer Manufacturers Use to Retain Customers
How do desktop 3D printer manufacturers make their products “sticky”? The post Sticky by Design: The 8 Tactics 3D Printer Manufact...
Great expectations for AMUG 2026
Looking forward to this year’s Additive Manufacturing Users Group Conference. The post Great expectations for AMUG 2026 appeared f...
Mintion’s Inexpensive V1 Filtration System Reduces FFF 3D Printer Emissions
Mintion has released an inexpensive filtration system for desktop 3D printers. The post Mintion’s Inexpensive V1 Filtration System...
Nikon AM Synergy Gets Defense Innovation Unit FORGE Contract
Nikon AM Synergy has received an Other Transition Agreement (OTA) contract from the U.S. Department of War (DoW) Defense Innovatio...
New MIT AI System Designs Structurally Sound 3D Printable Objects
MIT researchers have developed a system to generate 3D models that can better function in real life when printed. The post New MIT...
The AM Applications Game: Where Additive Manufacturing Is Actually Winning
When Additive Manufacturing Research (AM Research) announced its upcoming webinar, “3DP/AM Market Insights: 2025 Review and 2026 P...
The Blueprint for Industrial Serial Production
Lithoz is kicking off the 2026 trade fair season with a powerful showcase of real-world applications of ceramic AM serial producti...
3DPOD 295: From Product to Design at Carbon, with Kristi Eveland Smith
Kristi Eveland Smith started as a competitive soccer player before moving into consulting, operations, and 3D printing. She’s now ...
Pete Pharma partners with Atrium24 on pharmacy 3D printing
Deal gives Atrium24 member pharmacies preferred access to FABRx-based dosage manufacturing for tablets, films, troches and supposi...
BST Global adds two executives to management team
Stan Bunn will lead strategic accounts, while Steve Shepherd continues overseeing global solutions delivery and client enablement....
Pilot Photonics partners with Finchetto on optical AI switch
Nanosecond tunable lasers will support packet-level switching in passive optical networks designed for AI data center efficiency. ...
CNC Spindle Types Compared: Belt-Drive vs Direct-Drive vs Gear-Drive
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Choosing the Right CNC Machine for Your Shop Size and Budget
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SME PRIME program expands to South Carolina tech center
Daniel Morgan Technology Center will offer advanced manufacturing training and industry credentials starting in the 2026–2027 scho...
CNC Machine Accuracy Classes and Tolerance Comparison
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Micron completes PSMC Tongluo fab site acquisition
Taiwan facility adds 300,000 sq ft of 300mm cleanroom space, with DRAM and HBM shipments expected to begin in fiscal 2028. The pos...