The global economic landscape is an uncertain one, bringing about some expected developments, such as Align Technologies’ purchase of Cubicure, and some less expected. Exemplifying this latter trend is Sigma Additive Solutions (NASDAQ: SASI), which has announced that it is selling its 3D printing intellectual property (IP) and acquiring the assets of an online travel company, NextTrip.
Sigma Additive Solutions’ PrintRite3D technology employs sensors and software to monitor various aspects of metal laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) machines. Traditionally, internal access for monitoring risked voiding the warranty or required OEM assistance, making Sigma’s direct collaborations with OEMs and aerospace entities through America Makes essential. Newer companies like Additive Assurance and Phase3D offer alternative quality assurance solutions, mounting equipment on easily…
