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19/10/2026

Flexible doesn't have to mean compromising on performance.
Photocentric's Elastic DL160 is designed for applications requiring flexibility, durability and functional performance – opening up new possibilities for producing elastomeric parts using additive manufacturing.

From functional prototypes to applications where parts need to bend, compress or flex, advanced materials like Elastic DL160 are helping broaden what can be achieved with 3D printing.

👉 Discover Photocentric DL160: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0zb6QP0

12/10/2026

What if 3D scanning could help identify potential problems before they lead to costly downtime?

Handsonmetrology explores how 3D scanning can support reliable gas engine operation and condition-based maintenance by capturing accurate component data and helping teams assess wear and changes over time.

It's a great example of how digital measurement technology can support smarter maintenance decisions and keep critical equipment performing as it should.

👉 Discover HandsOnMetrology and explore the possibilities of 3D scanning: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0yCjXN0

09/10/2026

When it comes to additive manufacturing for demanding industries, material performance matters.

Tectonic3d's PYRA PC/ABS FR has achieved EN45545-2 HL2 on printed parts – an important milestone for applications where fire performance and material reliability are key considerations.

It’s another great example of how developments in engineering-grade materials are helping expand the possibilities for additive manufacturing beyond prototyping and into more demanding, real-world applications.

👉 Discover Tectonic3D: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0yxN0q0

Tectonic Filaments available at 3DGBIRE

02/10/2026

We’re heading to UK Metals Expo 2026. 👋

On 4–5 November, the 3DGBIRE team will be at the NEC Birmingham, bringing metal additive manufacturing to Stand D94.

We’ll be joined by experts from Meltio, giving you the opportunity to get closer to the technology, ask questions and explore where metal additive could fit into your manufacturing process.

Whether you’re already exploring additive manufacturing or simply want to understand what’s possible, come and have a conversation with us.

📍 NEC Birmingham
📅 4–5 November 2026
📌 Stand D94

👉See you there: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0yKrxT0

01/10/2026

What if critical components could be manufactured where and when they're actually needed?

Meltio's Digital Maritime Sustainment Ecosystem explores how digital engineering and distributed advanced manufacturing could help maritime operators reproduce, repair and manufacture mission-critical components at the point of need.

The approach has the potential to reduce vessel downtime, address obsolescence challenges and reduce reliance on traditional supply chains.

👉Find out more: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0yxtfn0

29/09/2026

A look inside James Cook Hospital’s maxillofacial lab 👀

The team at James Cook Hospital were looking for a way to make their production process a little easier. Their previous pressure forming machine could only process one model at a time, which meant a lot of waiting around in an already busy lab.

Since introducing the Mayku Multiplier, the team can now process 7–12 models at once. That means less time spent waiting, more flexibility with different materials and applications, and more time for the team to focus on the work that really matters.

"Time, money, job satisfaction, and being able to do other things - it would be silly not to buy it, and the hospital saw that as well." - Mark Jagger, Maxillofacial Prosthetist at James Cook Hospital

👉Want to see how the team use the Multiplier? Watch the video: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0xKs0R0
👉Discover the Mayku Multiplier: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0xKrqM0

21/09/2026

From Bond to Batman, some of cinema’s most iconic props and costumes begin with a challenge: how do you turn an ambitious design into something practical, durable and ready for the demands of the screen? 🎬

For over three decades, Pierre Bohanna and the team at Bohanna Griffin Associates have helped bring blockbuster productions to life, working across franchises including Bond, Harry Potter, Star Wars, Fantastic Beasts and Batman.

Over the past three years, the Photocentric LC Magna has become a cornerstone of their workshop process. From developing accurate shapes and patterns from digital designs to producing strong, stable parts for moulding and even end-use pieces, the team relies on the Magna's large build volume, reliability and range of material options to help take on increasingly ambitious projects.

👉Discover the LC Magna: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0xLgdZ0

14/09/2026

A 4.2 mm robot designed to go where larger tools can’t.

Researchers at the University of Leeds have developed a small, modular continuum robot that can navigate deep into the lung and reach difficult-to-access areas.

Boston Micro Fabrication - BMF’s microArch S140 was used to produce the tiny, high-precision components needed for the design. Earlier versions made using standard SLA had issues with the tendons jamming, but the improved accuracy helped achieve smoother, more reliable movement.

The finished robot can bend through complex airways and deploy a biopsy needle through its central working channel - all within a 4.2 mm outer diameter.

👉Read the full story:

Researchers at the University of Leeds have developed a new design for tendon-driven continuum robots (TDCRs) aimed at one of the hardest problems in minimally invasive medicine: reaching small, hard-to-access lesions deep in the lung.

11/09/2026

How much does your filament really matter?

When it comes to 3D printing, we often focus on the printer, slicer settings and print parameters - but the material itself can have just as much impact on the final result.

Filament consistency can affect everything from extrusion and layer adhesion to dimensional accuracy and overall print reliability.

Diameter tolerance, roundness and material consistency might sound like small details, but they can make a big difference between a successful print and hours of wasted time.

Bedrock 3D takes a closer look at why good filament is essential for consistent FFF 3D printing in their latest blog.

👉 Check it out here: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0xJt5Z0
👉 Explore the BEDROCK 3D material range: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0xJsYP0

3D Printing and Why Good Filament is Essential In this article, we dive into Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) - what it is, why it’s so popular, and why stable, high-quality, reliable filament is what separates a “failed print” from “consistently great results”. 3D printing stopped being a...

09/09/2026

The latest Tectonic-3D Materials Guide from UltiMaker explores how advanced engineering polymers can deliver the mechanical performance needed for demanding applications, combined with the speed and flexibility of additive manufacturing.

📘 Inside the guide, discover:
• Proven military-grade field deployment across multiple NATO countries
• The ZEPHYR family and its potential for up to 35% weight reduction • Advanced polymers for demanding defence and aerospace applications
• How Tectonic-3D materials integrate with UltiMaker's Secure Series, including the S8 and Factor 4 Plus
• Secure, air-gapped and USB-only workflows designed to support sensitive data environments

Explore how advanced materials and secure additive manufacturing can help unlock greater tactical agility.

👉 Read the guide: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0xJtC90