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Stratasys Unveils the F3300: An All-New High-Speed FDM 3D Printer for Industry

Elegoo Enters Industrial Market with Launch of OrangeStorm Giga 3D Printer

Elegoo Enters Industrial Market with Launch of OrangeStorm Giga 3D Printer

Elegoo surprised everyone with their launch of a massive industrial 3D printer.

Cost-Effective and Speedy 3D Printing: Roboze’s Hypermelt Technology

Cost-Effective and Speedy 3D Printing: Roboze’s Hypermelt Technology

Robozeā€™s Hypermelt technology should open many doors for the Italian company.

Hexagon Introduces HxGN Additive Manufacturing Suite

Hexagon Introduces HxGN Additive Manufacturing Suite

Designed to support manufacturersā€™ adoption of AM on an industrial scale.

3D Printing in Agriculture: AGCO’s Rapid Prototyping and its Implications

3D Printing in Agriculture: AGCO’s Rapid Prototyping and its Implications

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss how the integration of 3D printing in agriculture continues to gain traction, enabling farmers to optimize production processes.

Formnext 2023 Recap: Trends and Observations from the World’s Premier 3D Printing Expo

Formnext 2023 Recap: Trends and Observations from the World’s Premier 3D Printing Expo

Weā€™ve just returned from a busy week at Formnext 2023, and have plenty to say.

Sygnis Introduces DEPO: A Novel Process for 3D Printing Glassy Carbon

Sygnis Introduces DEPO: A Novel Process for 3D Printing Glassy Carbon

Sygnis has developed a new process to 3D print ā€œglassy carbonā€ they call ā€œDEPOā€.

Exploring RLP’s Innovative Liquid 3D Printing Technology

Exploring RLP’s Innovative Liquid 3D Printing Technology

I had the chance to see RLPā€™s amazing liquid 3D prints.

Book of the Week: Additive Manufacturing Technologies

Book of the Week: Additive Manufacturing Technologies

This weekā€™s selection is ā€œAdditive Manufacturing Technologiesā€ by Ian Gibson.

New Research Unlocks ‘Programming’ of Microstructures in Metal 3D Printing

New Research Unlocks ‘Programming’ of Microstructures in Metal 3D Printing

Thereā€™s been a breakthrough in controlling the microstructures of metal 3D printed parts.

Evolve Additive Solutions Launches ‘STEP Parts Now’ Portal for On-Demand 3D Printing

Evolve Additive Solutions Launches ‘STEP Parts Now’ Portal for On-Demand 3D Printing

Evolve Additive Solutions made a couple of interesting announcements this week.

AMT Unveils Desktop-Sized Vapor Smoothing System: PostPro SFX

AMT Unveils Desktop-Sized Vapor Smoothing System: PostPro SFX

AMT announced a very unusual smoothing system that fits on a desktop.

Design of the Week: LIfe Size Body Print

Design of the Week: LIfe Size Body Print

This weekā€™s selection is the amazing life size body print made by Matty Benedetto.

Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, November 12, 2023

Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, November 12, 2023

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

3D Printing for the Metals Industry: A Conversation with Sarah Jordan

3D Printing for the Metals Industry: A Conversation with Sarah Jordan

Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe have a conversation with Sarah Jordan, co-founder of the revolutionary Skuld LLC.

AI-Powered 3D Model Generation Introduced by Stability AI

AI-Powered 3D Model Generation Introduced by Stability AI

Stability AI has introduced a new method of generating 3D models using AI.

3DOS to Foster 3D Printing Ecosystem with New AeroEdge Collaboration in Japan

3DOS to Foster 3D Printing Ecosystem with New AeroEdge Collaboration in Japan

3DOS has signed an agreement to help build a 3D printing ecosystem in Japan.

Introducing Artec Micro II: The Next-Gen Small-Format 3D Scanner with Enhanced Precision

3D Printing Wins Out in Sustainable Shoes

3D Printing Wins Out in Sustainable Shoes

Study shows additive manufacturing yields lower CO2 emissions and reduced waste.

Hands On With The Method X 3D Printer, Part 4

Hands On With The Method X 3D Printer, Part 4

Our look at the Method X 3D printer concludes with software, print results and final thoughts.

Hands On With The Method X 3D Printer, Part 3

Hands On With The Method X 3D Printer, Part 3

Our look at the Method X 3D printer continues with more on operations.

Hands On With The Method X 3D Printer, Part 2

Hands On With The Method X 3D Printer, Part 2

Our look at the Method X 3D printer continues with setup, calibration and operations.

Hands On With The Method X 3D Printer, Part 1

Hands On With The Method X 3D Printer, Part 1

Weā€™ve been testing a Method X 3D printer in our lab and itā€™s time to tell you what we found.

Balancing Rising Labor Costs with Innovative 3D Printing Solutions

Balancing Rising Labor Costs with Innovative 3D Printing Solutions

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss the current surge of labor strikes and explore how 3D printing could help companies manage rising labor costs during negotiations.

Bambu Lab’s Disruptive Emergence in the 3D Printing Market

Bambu Lab’s Disruptive Emergence in the 3D Printing Market

There is an interesting trend occurring in the 3D printing market recently, all caused by Bambu Lab.

ETH Zurich Researchers Innovate with 3D Printed Ceramic Solar Reactor Core

ETH Zurich Researchers Innovate with 3D Printed Ceramic Solar Reactor Core

Researchers at ETH Zurich have developed a 3D printed ceramic solar reactor core.

LOTMAXX Unveils Hybrid High-Speed 3D Printer with Laser Engraving Capability

LOTMAXX Unveils Hybrid High-Speed 3D Printer with Laser Engraving Capability

LOTMAXX announced a new high speed desktop FFF 3D printer with a difference: it also includes a powerful laser.

AIM3D and Create it REAL Partner on Voxelfill Strategy for Stronger Parts

AIM3D and Create it REAL Partner on Voxelfill Strategy for Stronger Parts

Via the SlicEx slicing software and an integrated plugin for ExAM printers.

AM Industry Leaders Discuss Caution and Optimism in 3D Printing

AM Industry Leaders Discuss Caution and Optimism in 3D Printing

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi cover the most recent AM Investment Strategies Roundtable discussion.

The Hylo and Basis: AON3D’s Game-Changing Printer and Software Combo

The Hylo and Basis: AON3D’s Game-Changing Printer and Software Combo

AON3D announced an intriguing new 3D printer thatā€™s driven by a new AI-powered software system.

UV Resistant TEPU 50A: Inkbit’s Material for Outdoor Applications

UV Resistant TEPU 50A: Inkbit’s Material for Outdoor Applications

Inkbit announced a new material, and I think this is quite a bit more important than you might realize.

Automated Post-Processing with Formlabs’ New Fuse Blast Unit

Automated Post-Processing with Formlabs’ New Fuse Blast Unit

Formlabs announced a new element to their SLS 3D printing ecosystem: Fuse Blast.

Book of the Week: Perfecting Your Prints

Book of the Week: Perfecting Your Prints

This weekā€™s selection is ā€œPerfecting Your Prints: Mastering Post-Processing and Finishing Techniques for Exceptional 3D Printsā€ by Barrett Williams.

Nexa3D Set to Acquire Essentium, Expanding Its Reach in 3D Printing Technologies

Nexa3D Set to Acquire Essentium, Expanding Its Reach in 3D Printing Technologies

Thereā€™s big news in the corporate world: Nexa3D announced plans to acquire Essentium.

EOS’s Newest Metal 3D Printer: M 300-4 with Powerful Copper Printing Capabilities

Size Meets Heat: Ignite’s Huge Build Volume for Large High-Temp Prints

Size Meets Heat: Ignite’s Huge Build Volume for Large High-Temp Prints

miniFactory announced a new and powerful high temperature 3D printer, the Ignite.

Design of the Week: Toothbrush Holder Insert

Design of the Week: Toothbrush Holder Insert

This weekā€™s selection is the Toothbrush Holder Insert by Printables contributor DireLlama.

Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, November 5, 2023

Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, November 5, 2023

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

3D Printing and Drones: How FAA’s Licensing Decision Opens New Avenues

3D Printing and Drones: How FAA’s Licensing Decision Opens New Avenues

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss companies that were recently granted licenses to operate unmanned aircraft for long distances and the associated 3D printing applications.

Formnext 2023: Gearing Up for the World’s Premier 3D Printing Event

Project R3D Announces Swift Deliveries of the Talos Printer Series

Project R3D Announces Swift Deliveries of the Talos Printer Series

Weā€™ve received a lot more information about Project R3Dā€™s Talos high speed 3D printers. The Chicago-based company first announced the Talos series only a few weeks ago in early September. Now…

Inside Axtra3D’s New HQ: Merging Innovation with Customer Experience

This is What 3D Printing for Production Looks Like at BMW

This is What 3D Printing for Production Looks Like at BMW

A German auto plant 3D prints sand cores for light metal casting, integrating additive manufacturing into engine production line.

Rethinking Construction: The Potential of Generative Design for 3D Printed Buildings

Rethinking Construction: The Potential of Generative Design for 3D Printed Buildings

Iā€™ve been thinking about a new concept for designing 3D printed buildings that just might change the way we work and live quite a bit.

The Rise of 3MF: Is It Truly the Future of 3D Printing Formats?

The Rise of 3MF: Is It Truly the Future of 3D Printing Formats?

3MF is the 3D printing format of the future, but how widespread is its use these days?

3D Printed Metal vs. CNC Milling: A Surprising Strength Analysis

3D Printed Metal vs. CNC Milling: A Surprising Strength Analysis

A very surprising analysis of 3D printed metal versus CNC milling has been completed.

BASF Reports Separate 3D Printing Business Results

BASF Reports Separate 3D Printing Business Results

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss BASF's disclosure of strong sales results for it 3D printing business unit, Forward AM.

Hands On With The Raise3D Pro3 Plus Hyper Speed 3D Printer, Part 3

Hands On With The Raise3D Pro3 Plus Hyper Speed 3D Printer, Part 3

Our review of the Raise3D Pro3 Plus high speed 3D printer concludes with software, print results and final thoughts.

Hands On With The Raise3D Pro3 Plus Hyper Speed 3D Printer, Part 2

Hands On With The Raise3D Pro3 Plus Hyper Speed 3D Printer, Part 2

Our review at the Raise3D Pro3 Plus high speed 3D printer continues with a look at setup and operations.

Hands On With The Raise3D Pro3 Plus Hyper Speed 3D Printer, Part 1

Hands On With The Raise3D Pro3 Plus Hyper Speed 3D Printer, Part 1

Raise3D has produced several notable professional 3D printers, and weā€™ve been able to do extensive testing on their Pro3 Plus model.