To buy or not to buy? 6 factors to consider between inhouse and outsourcing 3D printing
To buy or not to buy, that is the question. What sounds like a dramatic sentence from Shakespeare, is actually a serious concern manufacturers have when it comes to additive manufacturing/3D printing. The technology is now being used more widely, more applications arise and many…
Total Cost of Ownership – Unwrapping the hidden costs of manufacturing
When thinking about costs of a part, many purchasers and manufacturers tend to only have one thing in mind: purchase/production price. Like this, new technologies such as 3D printing/additive manufacturing are often seen as expensive. However, production and purchasing costs are just the tip of…
Alstom partners with Replique to implement first serial production part using additive manufacturing
In collaboration with Replique, Alstom qualifies a visible metal part for the first time for additive manufacturing serial production With access to Replique’s worldwide technology and production network, Alstom reduces the complexity within procurement and production Replique’s industrial expertise enables the selection of cost-efficient and…
11 top heat resistant 3D printing polymers
3D printing is being increasingly used for end-use applications. This of course comes with new and higher material requirements. One of the questions we regularly get asked is, which materials are actually heat resistant. In this article we therefore want to answer the question, by…
How to ensure quality in 3D printing
Quality is key when it comes to the production of parts, especially in series. Many sectors such as aerospace and automotive require the fulfilment of high standards and a consistent part quality. With additive manufacturing being more and more used in industrial applications, quality assurance…
Replique creates network of material partners to advance industrial 3D printed parts production
New material partnership network enables a more targeted and faster material development process according to customer needs Exclusive beta tests allow material partners to proof customer acceptance, while Replique’s customers enjoy early access to latest developments All material partners must fulfill industrial standards in the…
Ultimate guide to sustainable 3D printing materials: Pathing the way for a circular economy
Reducing plastic waste is a sustainability goal many organizations are embracing. It is not only environmentally friendly, but also a smart business practice that industries and manufacturers are adopting to meet growing consumer concerns and demands. Global cosmetics firm L’Oreal, for example, recently committed to…
Don’t replace. Repair with the help of 3D printing!
Have you ever searched for a spare part and couldn’t find it? If yes, could you find another solution to repair the part, or did you have to discard the product in the end? Unfortunately, products are still made for a limited lifetime and providing…
How 3D printing improves sustainability across the supply chain
A lot of people are becoming more and more aware of the importance of sustainability, and so it becomes a bigger part of our daily lives. People separate their plastic waste from their bio and paper waste, use public transport and green energy. Also, within…
How to manage supply chain disruptions with additive manufacturing
Without a doubt you have at least once in the last few years struggled to find and purchase a consumer good. Be it toilet paper, a bike or within the last month furniture from a certain large Swedish company – supply chain disruptions affect all…