AML3D to certify 3D printed aerospace components

Wire additive manufacturing (WAM) 3D printing technology developer AML3D has begun AS9100D:2016 quality systems accreditation for its additively manufactured aerospace parts. AS9100D:2016 is one of the highest levels of certification available for manufacturing companies that produce components for aviation, space and defence industries. The process for accreditation is expected to be completed in the second…

Austal wins more US Navy construction contracts

Austal’s bold move to invest in steel shipbuilding at its Mobile, Alabama shipyard continues to pay off with the company awarded further construction contracts from the US Navy. Austal has been awarded a $225.5 million contract option for the construction of two additional Navajo-class Towing, Salvage and Rescue Ships (T-ATS), adding to two previous contracted…

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Elphinstone delivers sixth underground grader to South Africa Underground mine equipment manufacturer Elphinstone has delivered a fifth UG20K Underground Motor Grader into South Africa through distributor Barloworld Equipment. The grader, introduced to the market in 2018, is a robust, reliable and productive machine based on Caterpillar equipment. It is used to maintain haul roads which…