Desktop 3D Printer Prices Plummet: A Look at the Latest Market Trends
After the price shakeup last week, I thought it was time to review the current pricing of desktop FFF 3D printers to see what’s going on.
New Evidence Highlights Safety Risks of FFF 3D Printing Emissions
There’s some interesting evidence of safety concerns with FFF 3D printing. We post frequently about 3D printing safety, mostly regarding resin 3D printing. That process uses toxic resin that requires special…
New Research Enhances Electrical Conductivity in 3D Printed Materials for Advanced Applications
New research has identified a way to more properly send electrical signals through 3D printed material.
Design of the Week: Entomological Utopias
This week’s selection are the Entomological Utopia sculptures by artist Raphaël Emine.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, March 2, 2025
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Trumpf: The Hidden Giant of Advanced Manufacturing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explain that with cutting-edge 3D printers and high-powered lasers, Trumpf is quietly leading the charge toward Industry 4.0.
SUNLU 3D Releases Print Profiles for Bambu Studio and New Reusable Spool Design
There is news from SUNLU 3D about print profiles and reusable spools.
3D Printing’s Lost Innovations: Technologies That Missed the Mainstream
Let’s take a nostalgic look at four unusual 3D print technologies that didn’t quite make it.
MakerBot Gives Back: UltiMaker’s New Grants to Expand STEM Access in Schools
UltiMaker announced a new STEM grants program for students.
The Secret to 3D Printing High-Performance Thermoelectric Materials
Researchers from the Institute of Science and Technology Austria announce breakthrough in thermoelectric cooling.
Sponsor News
Creality Showcases Multicolor 3D Printing with CFS and New Products at CES
Creality just completed the CES show in Las Vegas, and there were some interesting announcements of equipment and other programs.
Creality Launches Soleyin: Affordable Premium 3D Printer Filaments
Creality has launched a new brand: Soleyin. What is it? It’s the brand for a new line of 3D printer filaments produced by Creality. It seems that the company intends to…
Creality Launches 2024 Cloud Designer Awards with $15,000 Prize Pool
Creality has launched its annual Creality Cloud Designer Awards for 2024.
PCBWay Expands 3D Printing Services with Advanced PolyJet Technology
PCBWay introduced a new 3D print service using PolyJet technology.
FLSUN Black Friday Sale: The Fastest Desktop 3D Printers at Incredible Prices
There are many Black Friday deals on this week, but those from FLSUN are of particular interest.
Creality Launches K2 Plus Combo: High-Speed, Servo-Driven 3D Printing for Professionals
Today is the day Creality launches their long-anticipated K2 Plus Combo in their online store.
Creality’s Biggest Black Friday Sale Ever: Massive Discounts on 3D Printers, Scanners, and More
Our friends at Creality have quite a sale taking place on Black Friday. Black Friday sees plenty of deals for all items, and desktop 3D printers are among the more popular…
3D Printing with Chitu Systems’ Rainbow Filaments – Plus a Reader Discount
One of the hidden secrets in desktop 3D printing is the use of rainbow filaments.
FLSUN’s T1 Pro Beats Competitors in Speed, Cooling, and Affordability
FLSUN has released a new and economical ultra high speed 3D printer that seems to beat its competitors.
Research
New Research Enhances Electrical Conductivity in 3D Printed Materials for Advanced Applications
New research has identified a way to more properly send electrical signals through 3D printed material.
The Secret to 3D Printing High-Performance Thermoelectric Materials
Researchers from the Institute of Science and Technology Austria announce breakthrough in thermoelectric cooling.
Researchers Use 3D Printing to Study Marangoni Surfers and the Cheerios Effect
Researchers have developed a system for 3D printing Marangoni Surfers to investigate the Cheerios Effect.
Microsoft’s MatterGen AI Could Pave the Way for New 3D Printing Materials
Last month Microsoft announced MatterGen. Could this be useful for 3D printing?
Corporate
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, March 2, 2025
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
MakerBot Gives Back: UltiMaker’s New Grants to Expand STEM Access in Schools
UltiMaker announced a new STEM grants program for students.
Why Major Materials Companies Are Exiting the 3D Printing Industry
There have been a series of materials providers exiting the 3D print space. What’s that all about?
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, February 23, 2025
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Tethon 3D Acquires Technology Assessment & Transfer, Expanding Ceramic 3D Printing Capabilities
Tethon 3D announced a major acquisition: Technology Assessment & Transfer from SINTX Technologies.
Ideas
The Desktop 3D Printing Market is Splitting Between Consumers and Enthusiasts
There’s a way for desktop 3D printer operators to determine their place in the coming consumer shift.
The Fate of Old 3D Printers: Why Donations Are No Longer an Option
There could be a spot in the local landfill for your aging desktop 3D printer.
How 3D Printing Terminology is Holding Back Industry Growth
Are we all prisoners of our 3D print terminology?
The Dark Side of 3D Printing’s Price War: How Competition Is Hurting Software Quality
Competition is good, except when it isn’t.
Services
Prusa Research Introduces EasyPrint: Mobile-Friendly 3D Print Slicing
Prusa Research introduced a new consumer-friendly feature called “EasyPrint” that marks a significant step for the company.
Taiyaki Launches “Text to Product” AI Service, Bridging 3D Design and Manufacturing
Today I’m looking at taiyaki, a startup offering “text to product” services.
Authentise Integrates Autodesk Fusion into Flows, Streamlining AM Workflows
Last week, Authentise announced an interesting new integration, but it turns out there is much more to the story.
SimplyPrint Offers Alternative Cloud Management for Bambu Lab 3D Printers
Let’s take a look at SimplyPrint, which had a very interesting announcement last week.
Usage
Trumpf: The Hidden Giant of Advanced Manufacturing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explain that with cutting-edge 3D printers and high-powered lasers, Trumpf is quietly leading the charge toward Industry 4.0.
Driving Innovation: How AAM and Dowlais Are Accelerating 3D Printing in Auto Manufacturing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine American Axle & Manufacturing’s US$1.4 billion acquisition of Dowlais Group, highlighting its impact on 3D printing advancements and the broader automotive industry.
U.S.-Japan Alliance Strengthens: Defense, Steel, and Energy Take Center Stage
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi analyze the pivotal discussions between President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, exploring how advancements in 3D printing, strategic corporate investments, and energy cooperation…
Private Equity Meets Dentistry: How KKR’s Investment in Henry Schein is Reshaping the Industry
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explain how KKR’s investment in Henry Schein signals a transformative shift in medical and dental supply chains, with 3D printing at the forefront.