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Notes on metal additive manufacturing.

Guides to LPBF, materials and process development from the team that builds AO Metal printers.

DMLS vs SLM vs LPBF
Guides · Jun 3, 2026DMLS vs SLM vs LPBF: What’s Actually DifferentMetal additive manufacturing has transformed how manufacturers design, prototype, and produce complex metal components. However, one topic continues to cause confusion among engineers, researchers, and companies…
printing titanium ti-6al-4v
Materials · May 18, 2026Printing Titanium Ti-6Al-4V: A Complete Process GuideTitanium Ti-6Al-4V is the most widely used titanium alloy in metal additive manufacturing due to its exceptional combination of strength, lightweight properties, corrosion resistance, and biocompatibility.…
Guides · Oct 20, 2025Can You 3D Print Metal? Exploring The Future Of Metal Additive ManufacturingCan you 3D print metal? Yes—modern 3D printers can print metal with precision and strength. Explore how you can 3D print in metal and what the…
Guides · Sep 15, 2025What is DMLS? A Guide to Direct Metal Laser Sintering in 3D PrintingDMLS—Direct Metal Laser Sintering—is one of the most widely used ways to 3D print real, functional metal parts. It’s precise, works with strong materials, and allows…
Materials · Sep 10, 2025Exploring Dental 3D Printing: Materials, Processes, And AdvantagesThe dental industry is in the middle of a major shift. What once relied heavily on manual techniques is now being reshaped by dental 3D printing.…
Events & news · Sep 8, 2025In-House Powders, In-House Prints: free webinarIn-House Powders, In-House Prints: A Webinar by 3D LAB & Additive Plus Metal 3D printing promised a revolution in manufacturing—speed, flexibility, and innovation. Instead, many found…
Events & news · Jul 22, 2025See AO Metal’s LPBF 3D Printing Live + Powder Analysis | Open House July 2025Join AO Metal at Additive Plus Open House, July 29 or 30 in Gardena, CA. See live demos of our LPBF manufacturing, powder atomization (ATO Lab…
Events & news · Jul 10, 2025Pioneering Accessible, High-Performance Metal 3D Printing. CEO’s Interview with TCT MagazineBorn from Additive Plus’ decade of industry expertise, AO Metal launches a transformative line of laser powder bed fusion systems engineered to democratize metal additive manufacturing. Founded by…
Guides · Jun 24, 2025LPBF Additive Manufacturing: Revolutionizing Metal Part ProductionMetal 3D printing isn’t just for prototyping anymore. It’s now a reliable method for producing strong, functional parts, especially with LPBF, or Laser Powder Bed Fusion.…
Labs & universities · Apr 5, 2025How to Choose a 3D Printer for Research Laboratories: From Basic Features to Advanced TechnologiesLearn how to choose the perfect 3D printer for research laboratories. Explore essential features like compactness, rare material compatibility, and open-source software for scientific success.
Technology · Apr 5, 2025AI Integration in 3D Printers: How Feedback is Changing the Approach to ManufacturingDiscover how AI integration in 3D printers is transforming manufacturing. Enhance accuracy, predict errors, and optimize quality control for more efficient production.
Technology · Apr 5, 2025Volume Preheating Up to 900°C: Expanding the Capabilities of Laser Powder Bed FusionExplore the power of volume preheating up to 900°C in Laser Powder Bed Fusion. Expand your 3D printing capabilities with enhanced material processing and precision.

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