April 30, 2020February 26, 2021 | The Essentium Team5 Ways Additive Manufacturing Shortens Aerospace Supply ChainsNow more than ever, the aerospace industry needs to implement more efficient procurement and shorter production cycles. The coronavirus pandemic has taught us very quickly that 1) supply chains can be interrupted for indeterminable lengths of time and 2) the sudden decline in passengers means airlines have to find new ways to cut costs. That’s […] Read More
April 29, 2020November 30, 2020 | Lars UffhausenAdditive Manufacturing Will Change Procurement as You Know ItEvery manufacturer can benefit from more efficient procurement and shorter production cycles. That’s why a growing number of manufacturers are now taking a serious look at additive manufacturing. Additive manufacturing describes the technologies that build 3D objects by adding layer-upon-layer of material, whether it be plastic, metal and more. Read More
April 20, 2020July 15, 2021 | The Essentium Team3D Printed Jigs and FixturesWhatever a company makes on its factory floor, chances are the employees use specialized jigs and fixtures on the assembly line to complete the manufacturing process. Jigs and fixtures represent a tremendous opportunity for additive manufacturing to increase efficiencies and reduce costs on the production floor. But what exactly is a jig, and how does […] Read More
April 3, 2020November 30, 2020 | The Essentium TeamEssentium’s Response to COVID-19: A Letter From the CEOAs I said in my statement from March 25th, while Essentium cannot be a first responder, we can be a second-tier responder in the fight against Covid-19. Â Where the supply chain for PPE is faltering, we can step in. We have stepped in. Read More
April 2, 2020January 14, 2021 | The Essentium TeamAdditive Manufacturing in Aerospace: Three Reasons to Adopt 3D PrintingWhen most people hear aerospace, they visualize high-powered jet fighters screaming across the sky. Top gun dogfights and firing missiles at enemy targets with deadly precision. But when it comes to 3D printing, the aerospace industry is much more than that. It encompasses large commercial airlines, smaller aircraft manufacturers, and equipment and maintenance providers in addition […] Read More