Custom gripping systems from the 3D printer. In the field of automation, gripping systems are often used to add, remove, or sort components. When we think about movement, we want to reduce weight. Therefore, the goal is to create a gripper that functions with the lowest possible weight, high stability, and longevity.

Optimized supply chain using Markforged 3D printing. New wind turbine installations in the US declined in 2021 compared to 2020. Nevertheless, the US still aims to generate 20% of its electricity from wind power by 2030. In China, however, a record for wind power capacity expansion was set in 2021. In fact, [...]

Topology Optimization: Improved Geometries with Additive Manufacturing If you're involved with 3D printing, sooner or later you'll come across the term "topology optimization." But what does topology optimization mean? According to Wikipedia, topology optimization is a computer-based process that creates a favorable basic shape for [...]

With precise PLA, you can go from concept to production on a single platform. We're excited to announce the addition of Precise PLA to our material portfolio! Now it's even easier to create prototypes, develop custom tooling, and produce parts for end users.

How to Reinforce Your 3D-Printed Parts Along the Z-Axis Don't want your parts to break? Watch this video. If you've ever dealt with 3D printing, you've probably heard that the Z-axis is weaker than the XY plane. This can lead to [...]

Electroplating 3D Printed Components Mark3D is often asked about component coating, so we set out to find the best method. Electroplating is available in many different techniques, and each method offers a solution for a specific requirement. Some are used to protect against harsh conditions [...]

How is additive manufacturing used within the US military? How do the different branches of the US military use additive manufacturing? Here are some past and current additive manufacturing projects within the US Army, Air Force, Navy, and Marines: Legacy Parts - On-Demand Manufacturing at the Push of a Button What happens when aging [...]

Thanks for 5,000 followers on LinkedIn! 🚀 Thanks for 5,000 followers on LinkedIn! 🚀 Just in time for the new year, we've reached the 5,000 follower mark on this account! We thank everyone who follows this account and wants to learn more about professional, industrial 3D printing. With Markforged 3D printers, you can use additive [...]

New industrial 3D printer for Hia GmbH! Customer satisfaction remains Hia GmbH's top priority in 2022. To respond to unforeseen supply bottlenecks (bridging the supply chain) or short-term customer requests, HIA GmbH is now using its own industrial 3D printer. Whether for orders related to machine safety enclosures, workstation systems, or racks, HIA GmbH can now [...]

Transporting 17.16 tons of combine harvesters with 3D-printed track links? Have you thought about that? But how stable are 3D-printed components really? Our customer, agricultural machinery manufacturer CLAAS, uses a Markforged 3D printer to produce nylon track links with fiberglass reinforcement for transporting combine harvesters weighing around 17 tons. With the patented composite fiber 3D printing, [...]