The Barnes Global Advisors (TBGA) has been selected by the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) through a contract with ARCTOS Technology Solutions to lead an effort to define investments for the use of metal additive manufacturing (AM) in fabricating fracture critical components (FCC).
Read MoreIn our previous article, “RIP 3D Printing. Long Live AM!” we suggested that the paradigm was shifting. It is moving away from the printer OEM being the center of the AM universe towards the part manufacturer using AM to produce products. Recent conversations have led us to double-down on that premise, with reinforcement from data-driven analysis to convey the message that AM is ready to be measured by the same metric the rest of manufacturing is – parts and services.
Read MoreEach spring, nothing sounds better to our Director of Operations, Tierney Barnes, than the crack of the bat to start a new baseball season. She watches or listens to every game of her beloved Atlanta Braves. It isn’t hard to see similarities between baseball and her career in Operations. In fact, it may be one of the main reasons she appreciates it all. Beyond the crack of the bat and the roar of the crowd lies a microcosm of organizational strategies, team dynamics, and collaboration that resonates profoundly within her world of additive manufacturing.
Read MoreThe Barnes Global Advisors (TBGA), a renowned leader in advanced manufacturing (AM) consulting and services, is thrilled to welcome renowned NASA expert Rick Russell to the ADDvisor® team. In over 25 years with NASA, Rick amassed numerous accomplishments and accolades, including assembling and leading the team that authored NASA STD-6030 "Additive Manufacturing Requirements for Spaceflight Systems", perhaps one of the most valuable resources available to the AM space industry.
Read More“Creativity is just connecting things”. This Steve Jobs quote pretty much sums up Arun Ramachandran’s life and career inspiration. “Life is too mysterious and too short to not get curious, learn, and dabble in just about anything and everything”, he quips. Fueled by several interests, and many more passions, Arun seeks and revels in opportunities to learn new things, form new experiences, and connect ideas when it matters to solve complex problems.
Read MoreThe Barnes Global Advisors (TBGA) is announcing the appointment of Dr. Rob Carter to the position of Director of Engineering. In his new role, Rob will become part of TBGA’s leadership, guiding the highly skilled ADDvisor® team in solving complex technical challenges for customers.
Read MoreRonald Reagan’s famously said, “The nine most terrifying words in the English language are: I’m from the Government, and I’m here to help.” This hits home with a unique blend of humor and truth. Having spent the first half of my career navigating the intricacies of the Department of Defense (DoD), I’ve witnessed the impact – positive and negative – of policy changes, regulatory activities, bureau-crazy, and the application of taxpayer funding on businesses.
Read MoreThe Barnes Global Advisors (TBGA), a leader in advanced manufacturing (AM) consultancy services, is expanding its Programs team with the addition of Eric Versluys. Eric comes to TBGA with a wealth of program management experience across aerospace, automation, and manufacturing, providing a strong foundation to support TBGA customers in driving advanced manufacturing adoption.
Read MoreThe Barnes Global Advisors (TBGA) were recognized at the Military AM Summit as a finalist for the 2024 Education and Workforce Development Award, presented in partnership with America Makes. This recognition is a testament to TBGA's commitment to advancing additive manufacturing (AM) technologies and fostering a skilled workforce in the United States.
Read MoreMetal 3D printing has attracted significant investment in recent years, with machine sales increasing by over tenfold in the past decade. The industry has witnessed the rise of large multi-laser systems in what 3DPrint.com refers to as the “Laser Wars.” Disruptive companies like Seurat, Velo3D, and VulcanForms have introduced innovative solutions, reshaping the market landscape. Meanwhile, affordable options like MELTIO, Xact Metal, and One Click Metal are democratizing metal 3D printing.
Read MoreIf you can’t make “it” affordably, reliably, and in a timely manner, then you don’t have “it.” Rob Carter might have this mantra on his tombstone someday (hopefully a long time from now). Rob notes that he learned this repeatedly over the course of his career, and he notes, “Now that I am nearing the “greybeard” portion of my career (thanks to Andy Davis for repeatedly pointing that out), I can only wish to pass this on to those coming along after me.”
Read MoreThe Barnes Global Advisors (TBGA), a leader in advanced manufacturing (AM) consultancy services, is thrilled to announce the addition of Matthew Crill to the ADDvisor® team. Over 20+ years, Matthew has focused on the successful implementation of cutting-edge material and process solutions in high consequence applications for defense, space, and commercial platforms.
Read MoreThe Barnes Global Advisors (TBGA) have been awarded the contract to lead TEAM RED, (Thorough Evaluation of AM with Rigorous Expertise and Data) within the America Makes Delta Qualification program. This significant contract is funded by the Air Force Research Lab (AFRL) and marks a pivotal moment in advancing additive manufacturing (AM) qualification standards.
Read MoreThe Barnes Global Advisors (TBGA), a renowned leader in advanced manufacturing (AM) consulting and services, is delighted to introduce Dr. Richard Grylls as the newest ADDvisor®. Dr. Grylls brings over 25 years of invaluable experience in metal AM systems, processes, materials, and properties to support TBGA's mission of advancing the industrialization of metal additive manufacturing.
Read MoreWe’ve developed a TBGA AM Qualification Framework, which is common to all engineered products that encompass certification and qualification. It starts with requirements like the Systems Engineering V, using the 5 Pillars of Certification, and includes monitoring and tracking of production with a tie back to requirements.
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