The construction industry is abuzz with innovations, as recent developments in 3D printing technology promise to revolutionize building processes and materials. The latest news in 3D printing underscores a shift towards enhanced productivity, safety, and sustainability, signaling a transformative era for the sector.
**Safety and Efficiency with ENESKApostprocess**
In the U.K., Apex Additive Technologies has installed the first ENESKApostprocess system, a significant step forward in post-processing safety and efficiency. Developed by joke Technology in Germany and distributed by Moleroda Finishing Systems, this advanced workstation boasts a 0.75m² cabin, accommodating both large and small 3D printed parts. Its ATEX-rated filter automatically extracts fine dust, ensuring the cabin air meets cleanliness standards before operators can access the system.
Youssef Beshay, Founder and CEO of Apex Additive Technologies, highlights the system’s importance: “Post-processing at high surface speeds can be extremely hazardous due to the generation of fine metallic dusts, which pose significant risks to both health and workplace cleanliness. These particulates also present a high risk from a DSEAR perspective, demanding stringent control measures. Our ENESKApostprocess addresses all these concerns in one system: fine dusts are contained and immediately extracted through an ATEX-rated filter, ensuring no operator exposure whatsoever, thanks to the glove box design. Within the glove-box there is built in access to ENESKA’s wide range of high-rpm motorised surface finishing tools, where the process is both ergonomic and repeatable—delivering a safe, clean, and efficient solution for advanced manufacturing environments.”
This installation underscores Apex’s commitment to operator safety and high-quality post-processing, setting a new standard for the industry.
**INDO-MIM Scales Up with HP Metal Jet S100**
INDO-MIM, the world’s largest Metal Injection Molding (MIM) company, is expanding its metal binder jetting capabilities with the purchase of five additional HP Metal Jet S100 3D printers. Building on its existing partnership with HP, INDO-MIM now operates a total of eight Metal Jet S100 systems across its facilities in Bangalore and San Antonio.
These printers, with a build volume of 430 x 309 x 140 mm, meet MPIF standards for stainless steel materials. François Minec, VP and Global Head of Sales and Business Development at HP Additive Manufacturing Solutions, praises the collaboration: “The quality of the HP S100 platform, combined with the strong expertise of INDO-MIM, has allowed us to deliver many customer projects on time, within budget and with outstanding results.”
INDO-MIM’s investment in these printers signals a significant scaling up of its metal AM market position, enabling the company to meet external OEM requirements and internal tooling needs more effectively.
**Omnific 3D’s Large-Format FDM Printer**
Omnific 3D, based in Birmingham, has launched the BGM-1000, a large-format fused deposition modeling (FDM) 3D printer boasting print speeds of up to 3m/s. With a print volume exceeding 1.5 cubic meters, this commercial system is poised to make waves in automotive, aerospace, and healthcare industries.
Kevin Modiri, Director of Omnific 3D, emphasizes the company’s mission to address the slow progress of additive manufacturing. The BGM-1000, along with Omnific 3D’s range of specially formulated filaments, promises to deliver impressive tensile and flexural strengths, making it a formidable tool for rapid prototyping and production.
**Northwestern Michigan College Invests in Additive Construction**
Northwestern Michigan College (NMC) is investing in additive construction technology with the purchase of a BA-320 3D printer from Build Additive, LLC. This investment, funded by prize money, grants, and donations, aims to address northern Michigan’s housing shortage and enhance the college’s construction technology program.
Starting this fall, the BA-320 system will be integrated into NMC’s curriculum, including a new course called CMT110: Introduction to 3
