Procurement Platforms for Industrial Parts: A Reality Check
One upload instead of weeks of supplier hunting — that’s how procurement platforms for industrial parts are usually described. In practice it works well for spare parts, small series and short-notice demand; for production parts, it’s worth checking against your existing framework agreement. And how much a platform actually takes off your hands varies considerably from provider to provider. Here’s how these platforms work, which costs genuinely come down, and what matters when choosing one.
Industry 4.0 and On-Demand Manufacturing: How the Two Concepts Work Together
Industry 4.0 provides the infrastructure, on-demand manufacturing provides the business process. Here’s how connected data and demand-driven production fit together in practice.
When High-Tech Meets Topspin: Replique Supports the Table Tennis Department of TSV Neckarau
We’re excited to support TSV Neckarau right here in our community – with a new ball robot and 40 new surround boards for the whole table tennis team. Read more.
The EU Right to Repair Deadline Is Here: What It Means for Spare Parts and How 3D Printing Supports
The EU’s Right to Repair Directive is now in force — and OEMs need a plan for years of spare parts. Here’s how 3D printing fits in.
Sustainability in Industrial Manufacturing: CO₂ Reduction Through Local and On-Demand Production
Manufacturing emissions come from many sources — freight, overproduction, and idle inventory are some of them, and often easy to overlook. This article looks at how local, on-demand production can help address these specific sources, without sacrificing cost control or reliability.
Additive Manufacturing for Drones (UAVs): A Practical Guide
Additive manufacturing for drones has moved well beyond prototyping. This guide covers what it actually delivers across commercial delivery, industrial inspection, defence, and FPV segments — from part consolidation and weight reduction to on-demand spare parts and digital supply chains — and where CNC or injection moulding still makes more sense.
Future Labs Basel 2026 Recap: Custom Hardware and On-Demand Manufacturing for Labs
Future Labs Basel 2026 made one thing clear: lab automation is moving fast, but the custom hardware around it isn’t keeping up. A look at what’s changing—and how on-demand manufacturing fits in.
PA12 vs. PA11 vs. PA6: How to Choose the Right Polyamide for Your Application
PA12, PA11 or PA6? This guide breaks down the key differences in mechanical performance, moisture behavior and manufacturing compatibility—helping engineers choose the right polyamide for real-world applications.
Reshoring in Europe: Why Companies Are Bringing Production Back
Reshoring in Europe is gaining momentum in 2026. Rather than bringing entire production lines back, companies are selectively regionalizing critical parts, reducing dependencies, and relying on flexible models such as nearshoring, dual sourcing, and on-demand manufacturing. What matters most is not just unit price, but total cost of ownership across risk, speed, compliance, and supply security.
Finding Manufacturing Suppliers: Effort, Costs, and How to Make the Process Smarter
Finding manufacturing suppliers is a surprisingly time-consuming process for many industrial companies. Anyone who wants to identify a new manufacturing partner, qualify them, and integrate them into procurement often spends months on coordination, evaluation, and approval. That is exactly why it is worth taking a closer look at how the process actually works, what costs arise, and how digital platforms can significantly reduce the effort.