Optomec, Albuquerque, N.M., announces that its order bookings have more than doubled through the first three quarters of 2014.
Canadian consortium to promote development of additive manufacturing
Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters, Ottawa, Canada’s largest trade and industry association, has announced the launch of Canada Makes, a national network created to promote additive manufacturing.
ß-TCP added to hydroxyapatite implant coatings reduces risk of infection
Aalto University, Finland, reports that its researchers and partner manufacturers have proven that by adding a certain amount of beta-tricalcium phosphate (ß-TCP) to hydroxyapatite coatings on biomedical implants, integration is improved and the likelihood of infection is reduced.
Saint-Gobain acquires U.S.-based Phoenix Coating Resources
Saint-Gobain, Niagara Falls, Ontario, has finalized the acquisition of Phoenix Coating Resources Inc., Mulberry, Fla.
Mass-flow-controlled UHP/HVOF system cuts costs by up to 25%
Flame Spray Technologies, The Netherlands, has introduced a state-of-the-art mass flow controlled UHP/HVOF eGun coating system that reportedly enables cost reductions up to as much as 25% compared with conventional liquid-fuel HVOF systems.