3D Printing Blog

High throughput 3D printing is going to have a major problem in coming years.

I spoke with representatives from Additec to learn more about their new AMDroid system.

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi dig into Campbell Soup Company's US$2.7 billion acquisition of Rao's pasta sauce, highlighting the growing popularity of Italian cuisine in the US and the potential…

Prusa Research is dramatically expanding operations in the USA.

Evolve Additive has made some big enhancements to their 3D print technology.

3DEO is growing, but in more ways than one.

This week’s selection is the Textured Benchy by Andrea Bertoncini.

Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi analyze how the FDA clearance of Intuitive Surgical's new DaVinci system is set to revolutionize soft tissue robotic surgery.

There’s a growing poop problem in 3D printing.

Zaxe is developing a mysterious solution to the multimaterial waste problem.

EOS has scored a massive sale of 3D printers to a large customer.

The first day of RAPID + TCT 2024 saw a riveting opening keynote with a panel discussion of industry leaders from 3D Systems, EOS, Nano Dimension, Nikon and Stratasys.

We received an update from OMD3D, the makers of the Blackbelt 3D printer.

At Rapid+TCT last week we had a chat with SLM Solutions and discussed the company’s integration with Nikon.

Lithoz announced a notable achievement: a human implantation of a ceramic part.

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how the groundbreaking trade deal between India and the EFTA nations is set to revolutionize multiple industries through the strategic implementation of 3D printing…

Long time 3D print service Shapeways declared bankruptcy this week.

Nano Dimension is acquiring Desktop Metal!

3D printing is becoming more accessible to everyone. What used to require a lot of time, money, and engineering expertise is now something that creative tech novices can utilize to create…

The Freeform Multi-material Assembly Process from the University of Missouri enables the production of complex devices with materials including plastics, metals, and semiconductors.

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how Stryker's integration of Apple's Vision Pro and 3D printing technology is revolutionizing surgical precision and patient outcomes in the healthcare industry.

I encountered a very unusual metal post processing system from DLyte.

I spent some time at Rapid with Rajeev Kulkarni, Axtra3D’s new Chief Strategy Officer.

Nexa3D announced a rather interesting material: Xyon.

This week’s selection is “3D PRINTING The Definitive Handbook: An Essential How-To for Beginners, Hobbyists, and Innovators” by Jay Bourgeois and Daniel Rossong.

What’s wrong with the 3D print industry? The industry leaders seem to have the answers, or do they?

Last week we attended Rapid+TCT in Los Angeles, and let me tell you all about our experience. 

We had a look at Fab.ai’s new AI-based additive manufacturing solution. The software platform intends on solving some of the complexities of performing additive manufacturing. Today the process requires multiple steps,…

This week’s selection is the life-size Avatar sculptures by Gentle Giant Studios.

Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss how the Ukraine war is transforming the EU defense industry, driving a surge in 3D printing adoption for rapid prototyping and on-demand production.

Helio Additive revealed Dragon, an advanced software platform for 3D printing.

A new study has developed a method of 3D micro printing of nickel material at room temperature.

Our friends at VoxelMatters have developed a very different market study for 3D printing.

Boston-based Desktop Metal has announced the launch of Live Inspect, a new software for analyzing and correcting errors in 3D printed parts.

Additive Industries has a new 3D printer.

Phase3D introduced a new service that’s able to detect defects in metal 3D prints — while printing.

XJET introduced a powerful new material for their metal 3D printers: stainless steel 17-4PH.

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss how the release of "Furiosa," the latest installment in the Mad Max saga, is set to revolutionize fan creations through the extensive use of…

Which engineering properties should concern desktop 3D printer operators?

Ulendo introduced something no one’s seen before: Calibration as a Service, or “CaaS”.

Authentise introduced a rather interesting feature to their Flows service.

Strengthening the company's position as a global leader in additive manufacturing with the extrusion hardware manufacturer.

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss how Brunswick Corporation is leveraging 3D printing technology to achieve significant cost reductions amid softer demand in 2024.

There are certain personas that tend to use desktop 3D printers. Which one are you?

I’m reading about QuickCurve, an experimental nonplanar 3D print slicer.

I’m reading a LinkedIn post where there’s some controversy about the true costs of construction 3D printing.

This week’s selection is “The Mechanical Design Process” by David Ullman.

Is 3D printing actually food safe? A study turns conventional thinking upside down.