Additive manufacturing in South Africa: critical success factors

Dzogbewu, Thywill Cephas; Fianko, Samuel Koranteng; Amoah, Nathaniel; Afrifa, Sampson; Beer, Deon de

doi:10.1016/j.heliyon.2022.e11852

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“…The hypothesised model was tested with survey data from banks in Ghana, an emerging market in the sub-Saharan African region (Amoako-Gyampah et al, 2020). In the last decade, Ghana has received much attention for its economic transformation and service activities (Dzogbewu et al, 2022). Further, Ghana is growing economically fast in sub-Saharan Africa Nyadera et al (2022), undergoing rapid institutional and structural transformation (World Bank, 2017).…”

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Examining the Relationship between Service Innovation and Competitive Advantage: Does Brand Recognition Matter?

Mante,

Abdul Kohar

2024

IJARAFMS

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Despite the wide contention that service innovation has diverse performance implications. The mechanisms and conditions under which service innovation drives competitive advantage is less understood. Drawing insights from the dynamic capability perspective and survey data from 400 senior managers of banks in Ghana, we found support for the argument that service innovation is important in the quest to improve competitive advantage. Our findings also suggest that brand awareness does not just support competitive advantage but serves transformative mechanism to reap superior competitive advantage in the service environment. Our findings make contemporary contribution to the DCT as well as important managerial guidance for managers in the banking space in resource constrained regions like Sub-Sahara Africa (SSA).

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Section: Materials and Methods Samplementioning

confidence: 99%

Examining the Relationship between Service Innovation and Competitive Advantage: Does Brand Recognition Matter?

Mante,

Abdul Kohar

2024

IJARAFMS

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“…Most of the machines in Africa are located at government-funded academic and research facilities. In South Africa, government-funded, and academic facilities were the early adopters of AM technologies which led to a strong skill pool development and collaborations with industry [15]. The adoption of metal additive manufacturing in Africa faces a range of challenges, as evidenced by insights from various sources [15][16][17][18].…”

Section: Metal Additive Manufacturing In Africamentioning

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“…In South Africa, government-funded, and academic facilities were the early adopters of AM technologies which led to a strong skill pool development and collaborations with industry [15]. The adoption of metal additive manufacturing in Africa faces a range of challenges, as evidenced by insights from various sources [15][16][17][18]. A notable challenge is the technological lag that hinders the continent from keeping pace with global advancements in additive manufacturing.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Skill and workforce development emerge as another significant challenge, despite the lessons learned highlighting the importance of human resource enhancement through international partnerships. Formulating effective strategies to bridge the skills gap and create a proficient workforce capable of harnessing additive manufacturing's potential is imperative [15].…”

Section: Metal Additive Manufacturing In Africamentioning

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Framework for Adoption of Metal Additive Manufacturing in the Oil and Gas Industry in Africa

Barambu Umar

2023

J Eng App Sci Technol

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The oil and gas industry in Africa is under mounting pressure to elevate operational efficiency and curb costs, even as supply chain challenges stemming from the pandemic persist. Additive manufacturing (AM) emerges as a unique solution with the potential to free segments of the industry from conventional supply chains. This study introduces a framework tailored to the distinctive challenges and opportunities of the African oil and gas sector, aiming to facilitate the effective adoption of metal AM. Considering constraints such as supply chain limitations, unstable electricity supply, remote locations, and limited manufacturing facilities, this framework intends to guide stakeholders in leveraging the transformative potential of AM technology while overcoming potential barriers. Leveraging a literature review, expert insights, and real-world scenarios, the study assesses the current state of metal AM in the oil and gas sector. The framework's applicability is demonstrated through a case study of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, while acknowledging the specific African context. It uncovers the existing state of metal AM in Africa and identifies various facilities along with their constraints. Encompassing domains such as prototyping, customized tooling, complex component fabrication, and spare part production, the framework addresses challenges like cultural shifts, quality control, and facility sustainability. It offers key stages encompassing technology assessment, workforce training, and strategic planning to drive the transition toward additive manufacturing. The adoption of metal AM in Africa's oil and gas sector holds the potential to significantly enhance operational efficiency and competitiveness, yet it necessitates overcoming multifaceted challenges. The proposed framework presents a strategic roadmap for harnessing this technology's transformative potential. By embracing innovation and surmounting region-specific obstacles, Africa's oil and gas industry can attain enhanced efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and adaptability

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“…The emergence of additive manufacturing, most commonly known as 3D printing, has opened new possibilities in different scientific fields (e.g., [ 1 , 2 , 3 , 4 , 5 , 6 ]), including medicine (e.g., [ 7 , 8 , 9 , 10 , 11 , 12 ]). The 3D printing approach enables the building of a three-dimensional geometrical object layer-by-layer, guided by computer-aided design (CAD)/computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) software [ 13 , 14 , 15 , 16 , 17 , 18 ]. Improvements established in CAD/CAM software allow the producer to include the usual post-processing steps, such as milling, in the initial design, reducing manual post-processing stages that often increase errors in the final build [ 19 ]; the medical applications of 3D printing are ever-expanding, opening new frontiers in personalized medicine [ 20 , 21 , 22 , 23 ].…”

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Use of Biomaterials in 3D Printing as a Solution to Microbial Infections in Arthroplasty and Osseous Reconstruction

Periferakis,

Troumpata

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Biomimetics

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The incidence of microbial infections in orthopedic prosthetic surgeries is a perennial problem that increases morbidity and mortality, representing one of the major complications of such medical interventions. The emergence of novel technologies, especially 3D printing, represents a promising avenue of development for reducing the risk of such eventualities. There are already a host of biomaterials, suitable for 3D printing, that are being tested for antimicrobial properties when they are coated with bioactive compounds, such as antibiotics, or combined with hydrogels with antimicrobial and antioxidant properties, such as chitosan and metal nanoparticles, among others. The materials discussed in the context of this paper comprise beta-tricalcium phosphate (β-TCP), biphasic calcium phosphate (BCP), hydroxyapatite, lithium disilicate glass, polyetheretherketone (PEEK), poly(propylene fumarate) (PPF), poly(trimethylene carbonate) (PTMC), and zirconia. While the recent research results are promising, further development is required to address the increasing antibiotic resistance exhibited by several common pathogens, the potential for fungal infections, and the potential toxicity of some metal nanoparticles. Other solutions, like the incorporation of phytochemicals, should also be explored. Incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) in the development of certain orthopedic implants and the potential use of AI against bacterial infections might represent viable solutions to these problems. Finally, there are some legal considerations associated with the use of biomaterials and the widespread use of 3D printing, which must be taken into account.

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Additive manufacturing in South Africa: critical success factors

Cited by 22 publications

References 58 publications

Examining the Relationship between Service Innovation and Competitive Advantage: Does Brand Recognition Matter?

Examining the Relationship between Service Innovation and Competitive Advantage: Does Brand Recognition Matter?

Framework for Adoption of Metal Additive Manufacturing in the Oil and Gas Industry in Africa

Use of Biomaterials in 3D Printing as a Solution to Microbial Infections in Arthroplasty and Osseous Reconstruction

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