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Innovative 3D Printing: Combining Metal and Polymers for Magnetized Parts

Rocket Lab to Study Bringing Rock Samples from Mars for NASA

Rocket Lab to Study Bringing Rock Samples from Mars for NASA

Using vertically integrated technologies as part of the Mars Sample Return Program.

From Fasteners to Future Tech: Stanley Black & Decker’s Manufacturing Evolution

From Fasteners to Future Tech: Stanley Black & Decker’s Manufacturing Evolution

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how Stanley Black & Decker's adoption of Metal X technology is transforming manufacturing efficiency and redefining industrial innovation.

New Research Identifies Promising Solutions to 3D Printing’s Microplastic Waste Problem

New Research Identifies Promising Solutions to 3D Printing’s Microplastic Waste Problem

Two new research papers suggest there are possible ways to help solve the microplastic crisis.

Farsoon and AMRauch Certify New PPS Materials for High-Performance LBPF 3D Printing

Farsoon and AMRauch Certify New PPS Materials for High-Performance LBPF 3D Printing

Farsoon added two high temperature polymers to their extensive list of materials for LBPF 3D printing.

Supply Chain Disruptions Continue To Push Manufacturers Towards 3D Printing Solutions

Supply Chain Disruptions Continue To Push Manufacturers Towards 3D Printing Solutions

Recent events are slowly pushing manufacturers towards increased 3D printing.

From War to Wealth: The $52 Billion Impact on Defense Contractors and Innovation

From War to Wealth: The $52 Billion Impact on Defense Contractors and Innovation

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how a US$52 billion cash surge is challenging defense contractors to choose between short-term gains and long-term innovation in the wake of global conflicts.

Why PCBWay’s Injection Molding Service is the Next Step After 3D Printing Prototypes

Why PCBWay’s Injection Molding Service is the Next Step After 3D Printing Prototypes

PCBWAY is best known as a printed circuit board (PCB) prototyping service, but did you know they also provide injection molding services?

polySpectra Launches COR Zero Resin, Offering Manufacturing-Grade Strength for Home 3D Printers

NASA Qualifies Elementum 3D’s Aluminum Alloy for Rocket Engine 3D Printing

NASA Qualifies Elementum 3D’s Aluminum Alloy for Rocket Engine 3D Printing

NASA qualified a very interesting additive manufacturing material for rocket engines.

Design of the Week: Filament Estimator

Design of the Week: Filament Estimator

This week’s selection is the Filament Estimator by MakerWorld contributor Northeast Tiger Walking Again.

Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, October 6, 2024

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

Innovative Skies: FTAI Aviation’s Strategic Growth and 3D Printing’s Role in Aerospace

Innovative Skies: FTAI Aviation’s Strategic Growth and 3D Printing’s Role in Aerospace

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how FTAI Aviation's unique approach and potential integration of 3D printing could revolutionize the aerospace industry.

IMTS 2024: Students and Industry Leaders Connect at North America’s Largest Manufacturing Trade Show

IMTS 2024: Students and Industry Leaders Connect at North America’s Largest Manufacturing Trade Show

IMTS has concluded for 2024, but the information obtained by attendees will serve them well. The conference, held every two years, wrapped up a couple of weeks ago in Chicago at…

Desktop Metal Merger Approved: What’s Next for Nano Dimension?

Desktop Metal Merger Approved: What’s Next for Nano Dimension?

Nano Dimension took another step forward with Desktop Metal shareholders approving the proposed merger.

Seurat CEO Urges U.S. Government to Support Additive Manufacturing with Strategic Incentives

The Fastest 3D CAD Modelers in the World

The Fastest 3D CAD Modelers in the World

On TooTallToby.com, a passionate community of CAD enthusiasts are pushing themselves to be better modelers—and having fun along the way.

Hands On With The FLSUN S1 3D Printer, Part 3

Hands On With The FLSUN S1 3D Printer, Part 3

Our review of the world’s fastest desktop 3D printer, the FLSUN S1, concludes with software, print results and final thoughts.

Hands On With The FLSUN S1 3D Printer, Part 2

Hands On With The FLSUN S1 3D Printer, Part 2

Our look at the world’s fastest desktop 3D printer, the FLSUN S1, continues with setup, calibration, and operations.

Hands On With The FLSUN S1 3D Printer, Part 1

Hands On With The FLSUN S1 3D Printer, Part 1

We were fortunate to test the world’s fastest desktop 3D printer, the FLSUN S1.

3D Printing and the Bankruptcy Boom: Preparing for Unforeseen Challenges in 2024

3D Printing and the Bankruptcy Boom: Preparing for Unforeseen Challenges in 2024

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi analyze the recent surge in US business bankruptcies in 2024, revealing its significant ripple effects on industries like restaurants, dentistry, and 3D printing, and urging…

Can Printables Catch Thingiverse? Growth Analysis Suggests a Long Road Ahead

Can Printables Catch Thingiverse? Growth Analysis Suggests a Long Road Ahead

I did some projections on the growth of Thingiverse and Printables to see which one will become the biggest 3D model repository.

After Multiple Acquisitions, What Is Nano Dimension’s 3D Printing Ecosystem? 

After Multiple Acquisitions, What Is Nano Dimension’s 3D Printing Ecosystem? 

Last week Nano Dimension offered to buy Markforged for cash. What does this mean for their technology portfolio?

BuildEra 3D to Unveil Game-Changing Toolhead for Faster, More Efficient 3DCP Projects

Revo Foods Opens World’s Largest 3D Food-Printing Facility in Vienna

Revo Foods Opens World’s Largest 3D Food-Printing Facility in Vienna

The TASTE FACTORY producing up to 60 tons of 3D printed food each month, starting with THE FILET.

Turning the Tide: How Desalination and 3D Printing Are Transforming Europe’s Water Future

Turning the Tide: How Desalination and 3D Printing Are Transforming Europe’s Water Future

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how Spain, Portugal, and Greece are combating severe water scarcity through cutting-edge desalination and 3D printing technologies.

Stratasys Launches TechStyle Fabric Alignment Station for Precision 3D Printing on Fabrics

Stratasys Launches TechStyle Fabric Alignment Station for Precision 3D Printing on Fabrics

Stratasys announced the “TechStyle Fabric Alignment Station”, and it’s quite interesting.

Frontier Bio’s New Bioprinting Technology Creates Functional Human Lung Tissue

Frontier Bio’s New Bioprinting Technology Creates Functional Human Lung Tissue

Frontier Bio announced a key breakthrough in bioprinting: they’ve successfully 3D printed human lung tissue.

Iron Dome’s Secret Weapon: 3D Printing Powers Rafael’s Defense Arsenal

Iron Dome’s Secret Weapon: 3D Printing Powers Rafael’s Defense Arsenal

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi uncover how Rafael is leveraging 3D printing technology to accelerate production, streamline repairs, and maintain its edge in the global defense industry.

The Case for Learning CAD Before Purchasing Your First 3D Printer

The Case for Learning CAD Before Purchasing Your First 3D Printer

What should you do first? Buy a desktop 3D printer or learn a CAD tool?

Cocoa Press Unveils New High-Speed Chocolate 3D Printer with Klipper Firmware

Cocoa Press Unveils New High-Speed Chocolate 3D Printer with Klipper Firmware

Philadelphia-based Cocoa Press announced a new chocolate 3D printer, the Cocoa Press 2.0.

3D Model on Printables Contest Faces Criticism for Misleading Cover Image

3D Model on Printables Contest Faces Criticism for Misleading Cover Image

I came across what appears to be a misrepresented design on Printables.

Design of the Week: Counter Bin 2.0

Design of the Week: Counter Bin 2.0

This week’s selection is the Counter Bin 2.0 by Printables contributor FlaminSpike.

Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, September 29, 2024

Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, September 29, 2024

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

From Missiles to Mars: How 3D Printing is Transforming Aerospace

From Missiles to Mars: How 3D Printing is Transforming Aerospace

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how Ursa Major's innovative use of 3D printing is reshaping the defense industry, with implications for rocket motor production and beyond.

Behind the Scenes at FAME 3D: Innovations in LulzBot 3D Printer Production

Behind the Scenes at FAME 3D: Innovations in LulzBot 3D Printer Production

Fabbaloo went on a road trip and paid a visit to FAME 3D, the manufacturers of LulzBot 3D printers.

Inside 3D-Fuel’s Revival: Tough PLA, PCTG, and New Manufacturing Efficiencies

3MF Consortium Expands 3D Printing Standards with Volumetric Extension

3MF Consortium Expands 3D Printing Standards with Volumetric Extension

The 3MF Consortium announced a new release of their specifications that introduces some interesting new features.

Rapid Fusion Aims to Expand UK Additive Manufacturing with New Large-Format 3D printer

Rapid Fusion Aims to Expand UK Additive Manufacturing with New Large-Format 3D printer

Based on a custom control system and Kuka robotic arm, Apollo system retails for £250,000.

JuggerBot3D’s Groundbreaking Large-Format Hybrid 3D Printing Project

JuggerBot3D’s Groundbreaking Large-Format Hybrid 3D Printing Project

JuggerBot3D announced partners for a very intriguing project with the USAF.

Hands On With Sunlu’s Post Processing Station, Part 2

Hands On With Sunlu’s Post Processing Station, Part 2

Our review of Sunlu’s post processing systems and resin concludes with operations and final thoughts.

Hands On With Sunlu’s Post Processing Station, Part 1

Hands On With Sunlu’s Post Processing Station, Part 1

We’re examining SUNLU’s resins and post processing equipment, beginning with assembly.

From Plumbing Powerhouse to HVAC Leader: Ferguson’s Strategic Evolution

From Plumbing Powerhouse to HVAC Leader: Ferguson’s Strategic Evolution

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi illustrate how Ferguson is rapidly expanding beyond its plumbing roots, leveraging strategic acquisitions and cutting-edge 3D printing technology to revolutionize the North American HVAC market.

3DCP Material by Zevnik Lab Unlocks Complex Geometries in Concrete Printing

Markforged Acquired by Nano Dimension in $115M Deal

Markforged Acquired by Nano Dimension in $115M Deal

Well, if it isn’t yet another 3D printer company acquisition: Markforged has been acquired by Nano Dimension.

Maximizing Efficiency in Industrial 3D Printing with Predictive Maintenance

Maximizing Efficiency in Industrial 3D Printing with Predictive Maintenance

Predictive maintenance uses smart technology to prevent costly machine failures and minimize downtime in industrial 3D printing operations.

Merrymeeting Shellfish Company 3D Prints Oyster Pods

Merrymeeting Shellfish Company 3D Prints Oyster Pods

Leveraging technology from the University of Maine to boost shellfish production.

Charging Ahead: Royal Enfield’s Bold Entry into the Electric Motorcycle Market

Charging Ahead: Royal Enfield’s Bold Entry into the Electric Motorcycle Market

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi take a ride through Royal Enfield's strategic entry into the electric motorcycle market, exploring how the iconic brand is poised to electrify the mid-range segment.

Epic Games Phases Out SketchFab in 2025, Launches Unified Fab Marketplace