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 qualified materials and production methods Mannheim, Germany, June 28, 2022 […]

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 (QA) therefore becomes one of the most important topics. How […]

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 using 100% recycled or bio-based plastics in all of its […]

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 spare parts is often just not economically feasible for companies. […]

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 the production sector the focus on sustainability is getting bigger, […]

Replique and Miele announce partnership to 3D print exclusive accessories

Mannheim, Germany – June 21, 2021. Replique, a Mannheim based venture of the BASF business incubator Chemovator, announces a partnership with Miele, a German premium home appliance manufacturer. Under the terms of the partnership, Replique receives the exclusive right to produce and ship high-quality 3D printed accessories from Miele using its decentralized production network. Miele […]

“Right to Repair” – New EU-Regulation for Mandatory Supply of Spare Parts

With the introduction of the new EU energy label, the EU has formulated new regulations regarding spare parts, that took effect on the 1st of March 2021. The often called “right to repair” regulation makes it mandatory for manufacturers to have spare parts available for at least 7-10 years after the last unit of a […]