Top 8 3D Printing Trends in 2025: From Innovation to Industry Standard
As we entered 2025, the world of 3D printing continues to evolve, not as a niche innovation but as a fundament instrument shaping industries. Let’s take a closer look at some of the major 3D printing trends in 2025. 1. 3D Printing Evolving into a Standard Technology We are no longer approaching 3D printing as […]
Replique at Formnext 2024: Expanded Technology Portfolio, Material Hub Upgrades, and New Healthcare Applications
Mannheim, Germany, October 29, 2024 – Replique, the end-to-end platform for industrial sourcing, returns to Formnext 2024 (Hall 12.1, Booth B117) to showcase its latest platform upgrades and innovative applications across diverse industries. Expanding beyond 3D printing, Replique now provides clients with access to additional manufacturing technologies, such as forging, metal casting, and injection molding. […]
The Role of AI in Enhancing 3D Printing Quality and Scalability
3D printing is set for significant growth, with industry projections estimating an increase from $14.7 billion in 2023 to $58.7 billion by 2032. This rapid expansion reflects the technology’s growing role across various industries, from healthcare and automotive to aerospace. However, while 3D printing is advancing swiftly, it still has to face hurdles in scaling […]
Customized Tools for Cancer Research Via 3D Printing
Cancer is one of the leading causes of death among children and adolescents in Europe. During treatment, young patients face increased stress, exacerbated by physical inactivity, fatigue, and reduced quality of life. To address these challenges, the Kolibri Project was initiated at the Childhood Cancer Center Mainz. The aim of the project is to research […]
Replique accelerates its growth by securing a seed extension round
Mannheim, Germany, June 13, 2024 – Replique, an industrial 3D printing platform that provides trusted parts anytime, anywhere, is thrilled to announce an extension of its seed funding round after its initial funding in May 2023. Lead investor STS Ventures, renowned for their expertise in early-stage B2B startups, along with all other investors, have increased […]
Replique Announces Public Launch of 3D Printing Material Hub
Mannheim, Germany, March 21, 2024 – Replique, provider of a decentralized 3D printing platform for the secure and reliable production of industrial-grade parts, announces the public launch of its comprehensive Material Hub for 3D printing. After a successful beta release that received overwhelmingly positive feedback, Replique is now excited to introduce the database to the […]
How to Leverage 3D Printing in Robotics and Automation
In the ever-evolving landscape of production and logistics, robotics & automation play an increasingly vital role, driven by the wave of digitization. However, as with any technology, there are also hurdles which have to be overcome, especially when it comes to the production of customized and lightweight parts in a cost-efficient manner. This is where […]
5 Ways 3D Printing is Enhancing the Principles of Lean Manufacturing
Lean manufacturing is a powerful methodology to optimize processes and eliminate waste in production processes. It originated from the Toyota Production System (TPS) and has since been widely adopted by manufacturers worldwide. 3D printing, also known as additive manufacturing, is a game-changing technology, that offers new opportunities to fulfill the goals of lean manufacturing. This […]
MAN Truck & Bus leverages Replique’s 3D printing platform for efficient spare parts manufacturing
Mannheim, November 28, 2023 – MAN Truck & Bus, a global leader in transport solutions, is embracing 3D printing through Replique’s production platform to manufacture spare parts on-demand, locally, and without the need for physical inventory. Starting with the production of bronze manifolds for the cooling water supply of a marine engine, MAN aims to […]
Replique Launches Material Database at Formnext 2023 to Simplify Selection in Additive Manufacturing
Mannheim, Germany – 12 October 2023. Replique, the provider of a decentralized 3D printing platform for the secure and reliable production of industrial-grade parts, is proud to announce the launch of a comprehensive and open material database for 3D printing at Formnext. With this step, Replique is making the collective material knowledge (with support from […]