Marshall Aerospace utilising 3D printing from Stratasys

Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group is now using advanced 3D printing from Stratasys to manufacture, flight-ready parts for several of its military, civil and business aircraft. The aerospace specialists will also produce specific ground-running equipment at a lower cost than aluminium alternatives. Marshall already has pieces of 3D-printed ductwork flying on heavily modified aircraft, as well as holders for safety knives and switches for aircraft interiors. 3D printing flight-approved parts on demand enables the company to produce lighter parts than traditional methods, significantly faster and at lower cost. Chris Botting, materials, processes and additive manufacturing engineer at Marshall said: “When manufacturing on complex