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LAYERbyLAYER: A Conversation with Ken Burns, VP of Commercial at Forecast 3D (a GKN company)
Welcome to LAYERbyLAYER: Interviews with 3D Printing Services, a unique series brought to you by Forward AM.
Thinking Big – Discover the Future of Large-Scale 3D Printing with Ultrafuse® Pellets from Forward AM
With Forward AM, there is no need to compromise on quality anymore with our High-Speed Solution. We know that speed alone solves only part of the equation.
The New Brand of Forward AM – Together We Will Make the Incredible
With Forward AM, there is no need to compromise on quality anymore with our High-Speed Solution. We know that speed alone solves only part of the equation.
LAYERbyLAYER: A Conversation with Alexandre d’Orsetti of Sculpteo
Welcome to LAYERbyLAYER: Interviews with 3D Printing Services, a unique series brought to you by BASF Forward AM.
Innovative Materials and Cutting-Edge Technologies for High-Speed 3D Printing are the Future of Additive Manufacturing
With Forward AM, there is no need to compromise on quality anymore with our High-Speed Solution. We know that speed alone solves only part of the equation.
LAYERbyLAYER: A Conversation with François Guilbault of Solaxis
Welcome to LAYERbyLAYER: Interviews with 3D Printing Services, a unique series brought to you by BASF Forward AM.
Forward AM and the UltiMaker Factor 4 – Delivering Industrial-grade Performance
Forward AM offers a wide range of high-performance and certified materials that open a huge range of new 3D printing applications on the UltiMaker Factor 4.
LAYERbyLAYER: A Conversation with Jörg Gerken of rpm rapid product manufacturing
Welcome to LAYERbyLAYER: Interviews with 3D Printing Services, a unique series brought to you by BASF Forward AM.
LAYERbyLAYER: A Conversation with Janet Dickinson of Endeavor 3D
Welcome to LAYERbyLAYER: Interviews with 3D Printing Services, a unique series brought to you by BASF Forward AM.
Bio-Derived Ultrasint® PA11 for Durable Parts and Superior Performance
From automotive to medical applications, PA11 is the perfect choice to produce parts that need to withstand high mechanical stress and is a sustainable alternative to PA12.
3D Printed Injection Molding Inserts for Prototypes by MD ELEKTRONIK
MD Elektronik uses BASF Forward AM materials to speed up the creation of 3D printed inserts and create injection overmolded data cables
LAYERbyLAYER: A Conversation with Mattia Mucci of Treddy
Welcome to LAYERbyLAYER: Interviews with 3D Printing Services, a unique series brought to you by BASF Forward AM.
Exploring the Future of Injection Molding: A Dual Perspective
In the evolving world of manufacturing, the integration of traditional practices with innovative technologies is not just a trend but a strategic necessity. Among the…
Full Guide: Polyurethane Molds with Ultracur3D® RG 1100 B / xPRO1100-Black
In the rapidly evolving world of product development, speed and flexibility are a must. This is where 3D printed PU molds steps in.
LAYERbyLAYER: A Conversation with Vanna Menco of Prosilas
Welcome to LAYERbyLAYER: Interviews with 3D Printing Services, a unique series brought to you by BASF Forward AM.
LAYERbyLAYER: A Conversation with Stijn Paridaens of Ziggzagg
Welcome to LAYERbyLAYER: Interviews with 3D Printing Services, a unique series brought to you by BASF Forward AM.
Ultrafuse® PLA Tough: The Ultimate Functional PLA
In a market filled with high-speed filaments, speed alone solves only part of the equation. That's why we introduced Ultrafuse® PLA Tough, a filament that transcends speed to…
AM I Navigator
This past November at Formnext, we introduced the AM I Navigator in collaboration with Siemens Industry, DyeMansion, EOS, and HP 3D Printing.
Making Customers More Agile and Flexible with the Right 3D Printing Solution
How Valiant TMS slashed lead time and cost for a difficult to source end-use elastomeric automotive component.
Reducing Operational Downtime by Utilizing Ultrafuse® PLA Tough Designed for High-Speed 3D Printing
Developing innovative materials and processes to provide workable solutions to help our customers
Update: Forward AM’s Filament Materials Deliver on Both Performance and Sustainability
We not only have sustainable Ultrafuse® materials but also support other initiatives to be more sustainable. Find out more!
Company Voices on Sustainability Vol. 3
The Innovative Development of Sustainable Products: Shaping the Future of Recycled Spools and Recycled Filaments with Paul Schepers
Company Voices on Sustainability Vol. 2
Studying the Impact of the 3D Printing Industry: Ultrasim® 3D sustainability analysis with Marius Haefele
No Time to Spare for a Spare Part: Ultrafuse® PLA and FFF to the Rescue
At Forward AM, we not only provide our customers with innovative solutions, occasionally we also find creative ways to help ourselves.
Worldwide Collaboration Between BASF and Academia Develops Innovative Process for the Monolithic 3D Printing of Pneumatic Soft Robotic Devices with Sensing and Feedback Functions
Discover how Forward AM commits to understand and address the impact of Additive Manufacturing on the environment
Forward AM Renews Commitment to Understanding and Addressing the Impact of Additive Manufacturing on the Environment
Discover how Forward AM commits to understand and address the impact of Additive Manufacturing on the environment
The Victoria Hand Project Expands Prosthetics Access in Ukraine
With amputees in war-torn Ukraine nearing half million, the Canadian non-profit organization Victoria Hand Project (VHP) is combining innovative materials from BASF Forward…
ISO 14001 Certification for Forward AM
BASF Forward AM is proud to have been awarded an ISO 14001 Certification.
Company Voices on Sustainability Vol. 1
Educating and Encouraging Our Team to Make Responsible Choices: Cycling to Work with Tim Ahnsorge
How 3D printing is accelerating lead times for end-of-arm tooling
In this article we explore how soft tooling 3D printing works and how it can enhance end-of-arm tooling as well as other applications. We use examples and case studies from…
A Conversation about Carbon Compensation
BASF Forward AM has launched a Carbon Compensation program as part of #ProjectZero. Let's learn more about this new program.
How to Scale Manufacturing with ESD-safe 3D Printing?
Addressing the risks and challenges of electrostatic discharge in manufacturing thanks to innovative 3D printing materials.
Driving Innovative Concepts Forward to Create a More Sustainable Future
BASF is breaking new ground through their partnership with Citroën to create a new fully electric car concept
A conversation with 2022 Innovation Award Winner Archytas Automation
With a mission to provide customers with affordable automated solutions through Additive Manufacturing, Archytas strives to increase safety, expand capacity and grow profits…
Forward AM Innovation Award: Providing Startups with the Tools to Accelerate Innovation with Additive Manufacturing
Recap of the 2022 Forward AM Innovation Award and the four incredible finalists
Additive Manufacturing Gets Cars into Showrooms
Late into the development process of its 2022 full-size SUV, General Motors added a spoiler closeout seal to improve aerodynamics and increase fuel-efficiency.
5-Year Anniversary Interview – Martin Back and Stefan Josupeit
We celebrate our birthday, read the 5-Year Anniversary Interview with Martin Back and Stefan Josupeit.
Formnext 2022: Highlighting Sustainability and New Materials with Innovative Hands-on Displays
Our 135-square meter Formnext booth will be filled with interactive features and product highlights along with the opportunity to participate in engaging and informative…
3D printing and spare parts: Discussion on the environmental benefits
Sylvain Haasser (Head of Alternative Solutions at Groupe SEB), Pierre-Jacques Lyon (Co-founder & CEO of Marklix), and Nicolas Mathian (Head of Sustainability at BASF 3D…
Zortrax Launches New Refined Resin 3D Printing & Post-Processing System
Discover the truly powerful Zortax trio that has joined the ranks of premier Additive Manufacturing - Zortrax Inkspire 2, the Zortrax Cleaning Station and Zortrax Curing…