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3D printing

September 3, 2020 | Technology

Wabtec, HP and Redington launch 3D printing facility in India

WABTEC, HP and Redington have launched a new additive manufacturing centre in India focused on accelerating the design and production of integrated 3D-printed components.

April 7, 2020 | Technology

Industry uses 3D printing capability in fight against Covid-19

SIEMENS and Alstom have begun using their 3D printing capabilities to produce items to protect passengers, staff and medical practitioners during the coronavirus pandemic.

July 12, 2019 | Technology

DB begins 3D printing metal parts

GERMAN Rail (DB) has begun creating spare parts using a 3D metal printer for the first time, cutting delivery times and reducing vehicle downtime.

May 16, 2019 | Rolling stock

Manufacturers develop 3D printing capabilities

TWO rail industry manufacturers have announced projects to develop their additive manufacturing capabilities as they seek improvements in component production.

October 26, 2018 | Light Rail

Zaragoza LRV fitted with 3D-printed front end components

CAF subsidiary, RL Components, alongside Zaragoza Tram, has presented the first light rail vehicle to feature front end components produced entirely using additive manufacturing, or 3D printing.

September 6, 2018 | Europe

NS harnesses 3D printing for train maintenance

NETHERLANDS Railways (NS) has begun introducing 3D printed components as part of its train maintenance activities with 20 components currently available and plans in place to produce more than 50 by the end of the year.

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