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In 2014, I wrote that FDM desktop 3D printers would not be suited for production. By 2018, however, we were making parts for highly regulated industries using

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Share this Article The people moaning about The Longest Day being on a beach in France have clearly not been to Formnext.

The biggest news on day three was, of course, the reactions to the band at the exhibitor's party. The soiree was well attended, and the crowd rocked on until early morning across Bankfurt. While some loved the music, others were much more skeptical. It couldn't sway the overall mood, however. And this is one of cautious triumph. We've had a good show with a lot of leads and serious inquiries. I've heard the same refrain from several people: visitors know what they want and what they're looking for. We have AM experts seeking a specific solution for a specific issue. Production people are looking for software to optimize builds, people are looking for sieving stations, and people want a specific machine for a specific application and material. It was a good show for finding qualified leads and building brands. The atmosphere was good, too. People were generally downbeat about global uncertainties but optimistic about our immediate and long-term prospects. Generally, the feeling seems to be that we need to buckle down; there's work ahead.

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Day four is calmer than the others, offering the perfect soothing atmosphere to reflect on the week. It's also an excellent opportunity to explore stands and engage in deeper conversations with people. For me, the final day is often when I uncover the most insights. Overall, Formnext 2024 was a strong show. The industry is making steady progress on many fronts. Startups are striving to deliver value. Now, the focus has shifted from lofty promises to fulfilling them. It's no longer the era of broad, unrefined visions but a time for checklists and delivering on capabilities.

Sperra, a concrete 3D printing company, focuses on constructing critical energy infrastructure rather than building houses or selling printers. The company has secured two significant contracts that will expand its operations in this area. The German Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK) is providing $3.7 million to support the development of pumps and turbines in collaboration with researchers from Fraunhofer IEE and PLEUGER Industries. PLEUGER, a manufacturer of submersible pumps commonly used in mining, subsea applications, and oil extraction, is a key partner in this initiative. Additionally, Sperra will construct a 10-meter-diameter, 500 kW energy storage system off the coast of California.

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Rue to those aspiring to be modern-day Robin Hoods of Wake Forest: the path to riches in bioprinting is fraught with challenges. It's perplexing that the media has not fully embraced bioprinting. Yes, there were some stories about one particular startup a ways back and some

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