March 31, 2025 – From April 8 to 10, the Additive Manufacturing Reference Network (XaRFA) will be present at Advanced Factories 2025, the leading event in automation, advanced manufacturing, and Industry 4.0. XaRFA’s participation brings together a unique ecosystem of entities, research groups, and spin-offs dedicated to innovation in digital and sustainable manufacturing.
A Hub of Knowledge and Industrial Technology
XaRFA is a strategic alliance led by CIM UPC and financed by AGAUR, driving research, development, and technology transfer in advanced manufacturing. It comprises leading research centers and universities, including UPC (Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya), UB (Universitat de Barcelona), UIC (Universitat Internacional de Catalunya), Parc Taulí, and CIMNE (Centre Internacional de Mètodes Numèrics a l’Enginyeria).
During Advanced Factories 2025, nine research groups from the network will showcase their emerging technologies with high transfer potential:
From UPC:
- CIM UPC, a technology center affiliated with the UPC, is a leader in digital manufacturing and industrial technology transfer. They present Vibroprint, an innovative 3D EAM printing system that improves material flow and ensures stable extrusion for catalysts, allowing for the processing of powders, granules, and pellets without compromising quality.
- PowerDIW, is the future spin-off of CIM UPC and UPC, specializing in 3D printing and additive manufacturing. Its goal is to expand the horizons of customized manufacturing through Direct Ink Writing (DIW) and innovative additive solutions, with an infinite range of materials and advanced design.
- CIEFMA and NEMEN, are research centers in materials science and engineering, specialized in new materials and nanotechnology applied to manufacturing. They present DIW4CAT, a 3D printing project for catalysts aimed at reaching potential customers and suppliers.
- ePlascom, the Catalan Plastics Center, specialized in the transformation of plastics and sustainable composites, presents EcoRubCool. They aim to connect with leaders, engineers, and entrepreneurs from the rubber/polymer and thermal energy sectors, exploring the latest innovations and demonstrating their advanced cooling solution with real-time samples.
- TECNOFAB, dedicated to advanced manufacturing technologies, presents PROTMIM3D. The project focuses on the production of ceramic prostheses using extrusion technologies (FDM and DIW).
From UB:
- DIOPMA, a research group in materials and industrial processes, presents the project Realistic anatomical model of the knee. The project aims to showcase the possibilities of additive manufacturing using technologies such as SLS and Robocasting, offering accessible services for clinical practice.
- CPT, specialized in polymers and processing technologies, presents the project Additive manufacturing by cold spray in the energy sector. The project focuses on cold spray technology solutions for the manufacturing of electrolyzers, with an emphasis on technology diffusion, networking, and seeking technological and commercialization partners.
From UIC:
- Spinertial, a spin-off focused on inertial systems and precision manufacturing technologies, presents Bioengineering Institute of Technology. It is a therapeutic rehabilitation device for cervical prevention, designed to guide exercises both in clinics and at home, combining assistance in movements and resistance to strengthen the cervical muscles. Manufactured with FDM and SLS, it uses a pneumatically controlled system to adapt to each user’s needs.
From Parc Taulí:
- PIT3D, a spin-off focused on 3D printing applied to health and medical devices, presents Pit3D. The project involves customized external breast prostheses (PME) through 3D technology, designed for post-mastectomy oncology patients. These prostheses overcome the limitations of conventional ones, offering lightweight, breathable, and biocompatible solutions that improve comfort, symmetry, and quality of life.
From CIMNE:
- DIGDED, the project aims to improve Metal Additive Manufacturing (AM) by integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Digital Twin technology into the Direct Energy Deposition (DED) process. It uses AI for real-time monitoring and control, optimizing parameters such as power, feed rate, and thermal management, with the goal of making the process more efficient, flexible, and sustainable, facilitating the adoption of AM in sectors such as aerospace and automotive.
At Advanced Factories 2025, XaRFA will showcase its latest innovations in advanced manufacturing, additive manufacturing, new materials, and industrial processes. Don’t miss the opportunity to see firsthand how collaboration between industry, academia, and research is driving the future of manufacturing.
Join us in Barcelona from April 8 to 10 at Stand 4F704!
For more information, contact info@xarfa.org
