From the Workshop

Why do cheap filaments cause problems and how can you spot quality filament? We examine FDM filament quality alongside the latest developments from Dow, Prusa and Spectrum.

Continuous Composites has signed a multi-year contract with the U.S. Army to evaluate its CF3D continuous fiber 3D printing technology on missile platforms. We examine where additive [...]

Formnext Technology Talks 2026 returns to Frankfurt with VoxelMatters as official media partner. New FDM printers, engineering materials and automation solutions take center stage.

Auburn University and NASA succeeded in producing conductive silver and copper structures in microgravity using a dry, ink-free 3D printing platform. This breakthrough opens the door to on-demand [...]

Medical students are turning plastic waste into lab tools on FDM 3D printers, cutting costs while building a sustainable production model.

FDM nozzle selection: a comparison of brass, hardened steel and tungsten carbide nozzles, 0.4-0.8 mm diameter options and a maintenance guide with signs of wear.

VulcanForms has appointed Michael Kenworthy as its new Chief Technology Officer. The former Relativity Space and Divergent executive will lead the company's technology strategy.

Empa researchers are testing WAAM (wire arc additive manufacturing) to repair damage in bridges and steel structures. A new era in crack repair using the patch method.

Why does ABS crack and warp during printing? Learn step by step how to overcome these issues with an enclosure, correct bed temperature, cooling settings, and proper adhesion methods.

Sustainability in 3D printing: practical insights into waste management, recycled filament options and eco-friendly FDM printing practices.