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Topic: Business ValueSNCF Benefits Using 3YOURMIND Digital Qualified Inventory
SNCF embraces 3YOURMIND’s part identification and business case software to manage their digitally qualified inventory and streamline part identification for AM.
Read moreHow to Identify AM Parts with Digital Qualified Inventory
Marie Thiebault, Product Manager at 3YOURMIND, presented during the TIPE 3D Printing Conference about how the international spare parts business will be impacted by additive manufacturing. Her presentation received an overwhelming and positive response which has led more industrial manufacturers to reconsider their AM approach. The numbers never lie and Marie’s data is more than compelling, it’s motivating.
Read more3 Missions to Scale Distributed Manufacturing in Defense
The US Department of Defense (DoD) just published the DoD Additive Manufacturing Strategy report in January 2021 highlighting its significant commitment to modernize national defense systems. The French Army recently partnered with a prominent 3D printing distributor in France to deploy one of the largest 3D printing military farms in Europe focused on spare part production. The list of governments, military branches and civil protection agencies adopting additive manufacturing continues to grow at an exponential rate.
Read more4 Concrete Examples of Digital Manufacturing in Action
Internet of Things (IoT), key enabling technology of Industry 4.0, is defined by the ultimate connectivity between products, processes and people to improve the health of business through technology and data. This concept is highly relevant for any business entering the next decade of commercialization. By understanding the overarching strategy, tools and industry examples—it’s possible to determine how it will impact your business and operations.
Read more3 Key Metrics to Optimize AM Profitability
The value-added benefits of additive manufacturing (AM) versus traditional methods are already well known. Reduced costs and shortened lead times, coupled with greater design freedom and the ability to print more complex parts, are all factors driving the take-up of AM in industries ranging from automotive to medical, aerospace to fashion, maritime to food, and more.
Read moreOil & Gas Accelerates Its Use of Additive Manufacturing
Find out why oil and gas companies are leaning into additive manufacturing. The recent partnership between two leaders in their respective industries further indicates how valuable additive manufacturing will be to the future of industrialization. DNV GL, one of the major voices within the oil and gas industry, invites 3YOURMIND to participate in the Digital Warehouse Joint-Innovation Project. Focused on standardizing spare part production and improving the energy value chain, this partnership will equip both sides with the resources and data to transform the oil & gas industry. Led by DNV GL, the Digital Warehouse Joint-Innovation Project includes industry leaders from around the world dedicated to standardizing a quality assurance process focused on 3D printing. 3YOURMIND joins a prestigious list of partners and will be called upon to implement their software and data collection expertise.
Read more5 Keys to Success in a Distributed Manufacturing Model
Find out how to leverage additive manufacturing to support distributed manufacturing efforts and create more flexible supply chains.
Read more3YOURMIND’s Agile ERP & MES 4.0
Get to know the latest version of 3YOURMIND's Agile ERP and Agile MES products.
Read more3YOURMIND and TÜV SÜD collaborate to build a rapid Parts Qualification online tool
2020 is a hard year for everyone. The global crisis came unexpectedly and slowed down most of the companies development around the world. Priority has changed from product development to the producing of medical supplies to support the medical industry. During this time, 3D printing has proven its predominance over traditional manufacturing methods. We were able to supply small batches of newly designed products and iterate them when new developments were made. The biggest challenge was to qualify and certify all of those parts, so they could be used to support the fight against the virus.
Read moreBuild Smarter Defense Operational Supply Chains With AM
By 2024, the worldwide market for 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing in Aerospace and Defense is expected to grow at a CAGR of roughly 17.5%, exceeding $3.3 Billion USD. This growth is predominantly concentrated in the USA and Europe, however, parts of Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa are also increasing their adoption rates. The US Military has a proven preponderance of AM utilization for a variety of applications that include prototyping, R&D, MRO, and production parts. Due to their strict guidelines for repeatability, security, and time sensitivity, it’s no surprise that this industry is further pushing AM into mass adoption to solve the problems of today and tomorrow.
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