TCT 2019: Planes, trains and a missing unicorn

The 3D printing focused TCT Show opened this autumn’s expo season. What were the key takeaways and how did the Birmingham event set the stage for the remainder of the year? As expected TCT produced a professional and well-managed event, with many of the larger additive manufacturing system suppliers present. With a few notable exceptions, […]

Sparing a thought for intellectual property

This is a guest article by Jason Teng of IP law firm, Potter Clarkson. With the rapid rise of the additive manufacturing sector, it has become increasingly possible for industry players to make spare and replacement parts in a cost-effective manner. What’s more, the sector lends itself especially well to the fabrication of parts for […]