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Technology News · 2026-05-22
UltiMaker Factor 4 Plus highlights speed, validation, and traceable FDM production
The new Factor 4 Plus links higher FDM speed with continuous parameter recording and CAD-validation reporting, pointing desktop-class extrusion toward traceable production use.
Source: TCT Magazine
Industry Watch · 2026-05-21
Additive manufacturing reaches production: qualification, post-processing, and economics matter
A 3DPrint.com commentary argues that additive manufacturing is moving from prototyping into low- and mid-volume production, driven by repeatability, material qualification, post-processing, and economics.
Source: 3DPrint.com
Research Update · 2026-05-20
IR nozzle preheating improves PEI FFF strength and widens the process window
Fabbaloo reported research showing localized infrared preheating can improve PEI/Ultem interlayer bonding and reduce warping without long high-temperature chamber preheating.
Source: Fabbaloo