digital manufacturing

3 Ways Additive Manufacturing Supports Reshoring in the U.S.

In recent years, reshoring—the process of bringing manufacturing operations back to the original country—has gained significant momentum in the United States. What was once a consideration has now become a primary initiative for both businesses and policymakers. This shift is driven by global supply chain disruptions, evolving trade policies, and...

3D Printing Workflow for Orthotics and Prosthetics

The prosthetic and orthotic (O&P) industry is at a pivotal crossroads. On one side, the traditional fabrication method relies on manual craftsmanship, involving plaster casting, hand molding, and extensive trial-and-error adjustments. While effective to some degree, this approach is time-consuming, labor-intensive, and prone to inconsistencies. Conversely, you have "off-the-shelf" O&P...