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25 June 2025

LPE Supports Queen’s Propulsion Laboratory with 3D Printed Rocket Engine Chamber

See Case Study and Rocket in Action Here Students at Queen’s University Belfast have reached a major milestone for Northern Ireland’s growing space sector...

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12 January 2023

Maraging Steel (MS1) now available at LPE

The ultra-high strength, high-hardness MARAGING STEEL (MS1) is now available at LPE – a DMLS-suitable material which bridges the gap between the demand for...

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9 August 2022

LPE expand metal 3D Printing service

7 years after LPE added metal sintering to their 3D printing service, the Belfast firm have purchased another EOS M290, to handle increased demand...

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18 April 2022

Metal 3D Printing Innovations in the Motorsport Industry

In motorsport, 3D printing is driving advancement faster than in any other industry. Technologies such as direct metal laser sintering (DMLS) offer innovative solutions...

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18 April 2022

How Metal 3D Printing Has Transformed the Aerospace Industry

Since its conception, metal 3D printing has begun to revolutionise the aerospace industry. Direct metal laser sintering (DMLS) has enabled the production of lighter,...

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18 April 2022

What Is Metal 3D Printing Useful For?

Additive manufacturing methods such as direct metal laser sintering (DMLS) allow for the rapid production of functional metal components and prototypes. Due to its...

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1 April 2022

What Is Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS)?

Direct metal laser sintering (DMLS) is an advanced additive manufacturing technology used to 3D print metal objects. It can produce unique metal components with...

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8 April 2021

How Is Heat Treatment Used in Metal 3D Printing?

Heat treatment plays a crucial role in 3D printing metal parts and prototypes. It is offered as a post-processing service for a range of...

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8 April 2021

Medical Breakthroughs Made Possible with Metal 3D Printing

The medical industry has witnessed a significant transformation with the introduction of metal 3D printing. This innovative technology has enabled healthcare professionals to develop...

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25 March 2021

A Comparison of Metal 3D Printing Materials

Metal 3D printing has revolutionised manufacturing, and Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS) is at the forefront of this innovation. This cutting-edge technique uses high-powered...

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25 March 2021

How Can Metal 3D Printing Help with Inventory Management?

In today’s increasingly competitive global market, efficient inventory management has become a critical aspect of business success. As companies strive to optimise their supply...

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12 December 2020

Development of Metal Sintering service at LPE

Laser Prototypes (Europe) Ltd is in receipt of a Grant for SFA Capital support from Invest NI for expanding and developing its metal sintering...

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