Stephen Holmes, Author at DEVELOP3D

Multi-tasking ZMorph CNC Set offers options with a warranty to back it up

Posted by Stephen Holmes - February 12, 2016

At $1,790 with a 12 month warranty, the ZMorph is likely to turn some heads ZMorph’s latest release is the hybrid CNC Set, built to meet the needs of prototypers…

Schroer plant design and factory layout gets 3D advancements

Posted by Stephen Holmes - February 15, 2016

3D plant design and factory layout planning After much research, analysis and development, CAD Schroer has released the latest generation of its integrated manufacturing plants and factories planning solution. The…

Study shows varying start-up infrastructures across the UK

Posted by Stephen Holmes - February 15, 2016

Bristol averages out as one of the best infrastructures in the UK in which to start a new business Establishing a successful start-up comes down to a lot of variables,…

New metrology facility set for Silverstone

Posted by Stephen Holmes - February 16, 2016

Precision engineering is worth £2bn to the local economy Silverstone Park has partnered with asset manager MEPC and Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence to create a state of the art metrology facility,…

Stratasys’ growing interest in Massivit’s giant 3D printers

Posted by Stephen Holmes - February 18, 2016

By investing an undisclosed sum in Israeli 3D printing start-up Massivit, Stratasys has signalled that it might still be in the market to bring machines bigger than its current range…

Siemens opens facility for 3D printing metal components

Posted by Stephen Holmes - February 22, 2016

3D printing with metals might be the best way for Siemens to maintain and manufacture its gas turbines Siemens has opened a production facility for metal 3D printed components in…

New quality management software for 3D printing powders

Posted by Stephen Holmes - February 22, 2016

LPW is attempting to tackle the rigorous traceability requirements of the medical and aerospace industries LPW Technology has released new Powdersolve software as part of its quality management system for…

New flight method for drones influenced by bats

Posted by Stephen Holmes - February 22, 2016

This little belter could influence how manmade drones fly in the future Innovative membrane wings that work like artificial muscles have been successfully tested in-flight, paving the way for a…

Autodesk and SolidWorks – the year ahead

Posted by Stephen Holmes - February 23, 2016

We’re still only a few weeks into 2016, but already the big players in the CAD software industry have made some big announcements that will have future impact on the…

Gaming hardware design gets personal with new Steam Controller

Posted by Stephen Holmes - February 23, 2016

With the CAD files and electrical innards going to be made available from the manufacturers, anyone can mod their Steam Controller Designed to bring the precision controls of the traditional…