Andy Martin at GE Aviation has told Laser Systems Europe that factors such as low productivity, the steep learning curve faced by new users, and the limited availability of powder materials are holding back 3D printing from becoming a mainstream industrial process
Matthew Dale asks what measures are needed to bring metal 3D printing into mainstream production
General Electric has announced it will acquire a 75 per cent stake in German additive manufacturing (AM) systems expert Concept Laser for €549 million
Matthew Dale discovers that laser welding is enabling battery manufacturers to address the growing demands of the electro-mobility industry
Gemma Church finds jewellers are turning to lasers for repairing and engraving precious metals
Greg Blackman investigates the art of laser system design and integration