December 2024: Groundbreaking Collaborations, Magics Updates, and a Landmark AM Consortium at Formnext
We’re shifting the conversation from “Why additive manufacturing?” to “How can we effectively integrate additive manufacturing?” with Ansys , EOS , HP 3D Printing , Nikon SLM Solutions , Renishaw , Stratasys , and TRUMPF . Learn about the new Leading Minds Consortium, some thrilling updates to Magics and e-Stage for Metal+, and discover partnerships that will make manufacturing complex parts based on large file sizes easier to print than ever before.
Groundbreaking Collaborations, Key Software Updates, and Memorable Moments at Formnext
Wow — what a week in Frankfurt at Formnext! From Magics updates that enable customizable workflows and our cost-effective Orientation Comparison tool for e-Stage for Metal+ to forming a landmark additive manufacturing (AM) consortium — this year’s event was full of noteworthy moments. We can confidently say that it was a great success; thanks to all who stopped by our booth. We hope you walked away from the event with valuable takeaways and great new connections, and if you have any questions, feel free to contact our software experts!
AM’s Collaboration Catalyst and Partnering with nTop
Egwin Bovyn, Business Line Manager, spoke about the importance of collaboration in AM and our growing partnership with nTop , highlighting the success behind Wärtsilä’s marine engine cylinder head.
“Scaling additive manufacturing isn’t just about better technology — it’s about smarter workflows, seamless integration with ecosystems, and fostering collaboration within the industry.”
— Egwin B. , Business Line Manager, Materialise Software
Greater Flexibility and Custom Workflows with Magics SDK
Koen Neutjens, Product Line Manager, showcased our Magics Software Development Kit (SDK) at Formnext, helping manufacturers boost AM efficiency by creating their own Magics scripts.
“With decades of experience developing and improving Magics, we've seen significant gains in quality and time. Now, we're sharing our Magics SDKs globally so others can experience similar benefits.”
— Koen Neutjens , Product Line Manager, Materialise Software
Want to know more? Discover Magics SDK >
Orientation: The Key to Efficient Metal 3D Printing
Formnext was the perfect time to launch our Orientation Comparison tool in e-Stage for Metal+, boosting metal AM performance. We showcased six orientations for the same Y-pipe. Which performed best?
Change Your Mindset: Metal Support Generation Series — Part 2
In part two of our Change Your Mindset series, discover how automation in e-Stage for Metal+ reduces the knowledge and skill gap in your workforce.
Launching the Leading Minds Consortium
We've brought together some of the most innovative companies in the AM industry to form the Leading Minds consortium. It’s a partnership founded on the power of collaboration, uniting the members’ expertise and resources to drive transformative change in the manufacturing industry.