Exploring Innovation & Advancements in AM at Formnext 2023

Formnext 2023 was the global center for Additive Manufacturing (AM) last week, captivating the industry with groundbreaking advancements and cutting-edge technologies. Halls 11 and 12 of the Frankfurt AM Main exhibition center housed over 850 exhibitors, solidifying Formnext’s status as the premier event for AM innovation. Canada Makes and NGen proudly showcased Canadian companies at the event, through hosting a Canada Pavilion and delegation that left an indelible mark on the international stage.

Canada Makes & MGA Sign MoU to Accelerate AM Partnership

Canada Makes formalized the partnership with German cluster, Mobility Goes Additive (MGA), both organizations are thrilled to announce the partnership solidified through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at Formnext 2023. This agreement aims to drive international collaboration in additive manufacturing by leveraging shared competencies, network and fostering close cooperation. The partnership between Canada Makes and MGA is set to connect member companies by sharing online platforms, increasing information and knowledge transfer.

Reaction Dynamics accelerates development of hybrid rocket technology

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HAMILTON, Ontario, June 01, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen), the industry-led community behind Canada’s most advanced manufacturing projects has announced its latest project with Reaction Dynamics (RDX), a Quebec-based rocket manufacturing company. RDX will acquire one of the world’s most advanced metal 3D printing technologies, thanks to a $4.8M R&D project supported by NGen. This acquisition also represents the first implantation of a Velo3D intelligent metal additive manufacturing solution in the country – already used by some of the world’s most advanced rocket companies to produce critical engine pieces. Reaction Dynamics will leverage Velo3D’s metal additive manufacturing technology to manufacture environmentally friendly, safe, and affordable commercial rockets as soon as 2024.

Exergy’s continued experience at HANNOVER MESSE 2022

Exergy’s continued experience at HANNOVER MESSE 2022 in Germany along with a strong Canadian contingency of companies working towards transforming the manufacturing and energy industry is nothing short of inspiring. It is great to see such remarkable representation from these companies and NGen Canada: #vks #acerta #globalDWS #macrodyne, #skkynet and #Ngen.

NGen and NRC IRAP partner to deliver new Additive Manufacturing Demonstration Program

NGen and NRC IRAP are partnering to deliver the Additive Manufacturing (AM) Demonstration Program for eligible Canadian companies. The program will focus on 3D Printing technologies such as powder bed fusion, Direct Energy Deposition (DED), electron beam (EB), Cold Spray as well as the deployment of new materials such as engineering grade plastics such as PEEK, PEI, Nylon and fiber reinforced grades.