RAPID 2012 exhibitors expected to ‘WOW’ attendees and judges with innovation and impressive displays of 3D imaging, 3D printing and additive manufacturing technologies. DEARBORN, Mich., April 4, 2012 — The Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) will honor RAPID 2012 exhibitors with ‘Exhibitor Innovation’ and ‘Best in Show’ awards, this May in Atlanta. The exposition, opened [...]
March 29, 2012
Society of Manufacturing Engineers to Feature Prodrive and the MINI John Cooper Works World Rally Car Program at RAPID 2012
Design engineers shift gears as the motorsport and automobile industries move from traditional manufacturing methods to high-speed 3D printing and additive manufacturing technologies. The Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) today announced details about Prodrive’s development of the MINI John Cooper Works World Rally Car (WRC) and a keynote presentation to be given by Paul Doe [...]
March 22, 2012
SME RAPID 2012 Conference Reveals the Future of Manufacturing: Learn How Additive Manufacturing will Change in the Next 5-10 Years
In his RAPID 2012 keynote presentation, Terry Wohlers will forecast industry growth, emerging applications and new business opportunities. DEARBORN, Mich., March 22, 2012 — The Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) RAPID 2012 Conference & Exposition will feature a potent lineup of presentations aimed at revealing how businesses can improve their competitive edge in a challenging, global economy. Industry consultant [...]
March 20, 2012
Xcentric Mold & Engineering, Inc. Delivers ‘Stress-Free’ Contract Manufacturing Services to Businesses Looking to Source Injection Molding
Xcentric’s Process Engine offers precision and peace of mind to U.S. manufacturing operations. CHESTERFIELD, MICHIGAN / March 20, 2012 — Xcentric Mold & Engineering, Inc., a leader in custom plastic injection molding, today revealed the company’s scientific manufacturing approach. Xcentric’s proprietary Process Engine delivers quality, reliability and repeatability for companies looking to cost-effectively manufacture products [...]
March 16, 2012
RAPID 2012 Celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with a 3D Printed Shamrock
The Society of Manufacturing Engineers Annual Event Welcomes New Irish Exhibitor The expo will feature equipment manufacturers, software companies and material producers in a forum where attendees can review additive manufacturing technologies and conduct business. DEARBORN, Mich., March 16, 2012 — In response to businesses and manufacturers looking to accelerate product development and speed new [...]
March 2, 2012
Angerman Communications Group Purchases 3D Printer
3D printing will be used to build ACG sales and marketing promotional items and help create awareness about the additive manufacturing industry. Seattle, WA / March 2, 2012 – Angerman Communications Group (ACG), a full-service marketing agency specialized in 3D printing, rapid prototyping and additive manufacturing, today announced its purchase of a MakiBox A6. ACG [...]
February 23, 2012
Paramount Industries, Inc. Achieves AS9100C Certification
Paramount upgrades to AS9100C quality certification from AS9100B to better serve Aerospace and Defense customers. LANGHORNE, PA (PRWEB) February 23, 2012 – Paramount Industries, Inc., a world-class rapid product development, rapid manufacturing and rapid deployment company, today announced the successful completion of an AS9100 REV C audit resulting in its Langhorne facility’s achieving AS9100C certification. [...]
February 8, 2012
Paramount Industries Acquires EOSINT P 800 Laser Sintering System
Paramount Industries, Inc., a world-class rapid product development, rapid manufacturing and rapid deployment company, today announced the acquisition of an EOSINT P 800, a new high temperature laser sintering technology capable of processing engineered polymers like polyaryl ether ketone (PAEK) and polyether ether ketone (PEEK). “High temperature laser sintering is a 3D printing process that [...]
February 2, 2012
Polymer Technologies Inc. Acquires Injection Mold Toolshop, Polmold
Acquisition strengthens PTI’s position as a ‘one-stop shop’ for premier plastic and metal injection molding services and comprehensive contract manufacturing solutions. Polymer Technologies, Inc. (PTI) today announced its acquisition of Polmold, a Wallington, NJ-based manufacturer and repair shop for injection molds, tools, dies and fixtures. The acquisition is expected to close February of 2012. PTI [...]
January 30, 2012
Society of Manufacturing Engineers Announces RAPID 2012 Conference and Exposition Lineup
Experts to Address 3D Imaging, 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing Technologies and Issues Related to Business and the Economy DEARBORN, Mich., January 30, 2012 — The Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) today announced the speaker line-up for the RAPID 2012 Conference and Exposition to be held in Atlanta, May 22-25. Keynote presentations, conference sessions, technical [...]














April 4, 2012
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