Stratasys’ Watertight Polypropylene for Fluid Applications in SAF Printing
Stratasys has made some interesting materials developments.
CORE Industrial Partners: Diverse Investments Driving Innovation
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi reveal how CORE Industrial Partners' broad investment strategy is shaping the future of industrial technology.
How ‘Enshittification’ Could Impact the Desktop 3D Printing Industry
What would happen if the desktop 3D print world became enshittified?
Shapeways Reborn as Manuevo: The Legendary 3D Print Service Returns
Shapeways has been resurrected, sort of.
Formlabs’ Form 4: Enhanced Speed and Cost-Effectiveness in 3D Printing
Formlabs’ new Form 4 flagship 3D printer is a bit different than its predecessors.
Elon Musk Confirms New Raptor 3 Optimization was Made Possible by AM
The new SpaceX engine has visibly consolidated multiple parts into more complex 3D printed components.
Forging the Future of Defense: MBDA’s Multi-Country Approach and 3D Printing Prowess
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss how MBDA is transforming European defense with groundbreaking 3D printing technology and strategic partnerships across the continent.
Beyond Plastic’s Quest to Make PHA the Standard for Eco-Friendly 3D Printing
I had a long discussion with Fred Pinczuk of Beyond Plastic about the potential for PHA material in 3D printing.
Microsoft 3D Builder Disappears from Store, Leaving Users Frustrated
There’s a minor controversy developing over the Microsoft 3D Builder app.
Assembrix Creates Secure Virtual Manufacturing Spaces on their Manufacturing Network
Assembrix offers a unique way to participate in a manufacturing network.
Honeywell’s US$5B Bet on Carrier: Shaking Up the Security and Automation Game
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine how Honeywell’s $5 billion acquisition of Carrier's security division and the embrace of 3D printing technology are reshaping the industrial landscape.
Designing Strati – Graphics to Real Car in Three Months
In 2014, 114,000 attendees and exhibitors at IMTS – The International Manufacturing Technology Show – witnessed the world’s first 3D printing, post-processing, and building of a car on the show floor…
AON3D’s Hylo: High-Temperature 3D Printing Enhanced by Machine Learning
AON3D’s Hylo 3D printer has an interesting method to provide high quality 3D prints.
3Dfindit Introduces Browser Plug-In for Seamless 3D Model Searches
3Dfindit has released a unique tool for finding 3D models.
Design of the Week: The Great Calibrator V3
This week’s selection is the The Great Calibrator V3 by mechanical engineer Claudio Girolami.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, August 4, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Closing the Productivity Gap: How Europe’s 3D Printing Leaders Can Turn the Tide
Charles R. Goulding and Leah Nabangi consider how Europe's leading 3D printing companies could help bridge the productivity gap with the US and drive economic growth across the continent.
Why Asian 3D Print Software Feels Confusing to Western Users
If you’ve been troubled with the sometimes confusing interfaces of Asian 3D print software, it turns out there is a reason why this happens.
VulcanForms’ High-Energy 3D Printing: A Game Changer for Mass Manufacturing
We had a discussion with representatives of VulcanForms.
BigRep SE Goes Public on Frankfurt Stock Exchange
BigRep SE has gone public, listing their stock on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange.
New 3D Printing Guidelines aim to Improve Lattice Designs
Novel design parameter dubbed “enhancement factor” helps minimize structural defects.
Hands On With The Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Pro 3D Printer, Part 4
Our look at the Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Pro resin 3D printer concludes with print results and final thoughts.
Hands On With The Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Pro 3D Printer, Part 3
Our look at the Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Pro resin 3D printer continues with operations and software.
Hands On With The Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Pro 3D Printer, Part 2
Our look at the Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Pro resin 3D printer continues with setup and calibration.
Hands On With The Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Pro 3D Printer, Part 1
We’ve completed extensive testing of the new Anycubic Photon Mono M7 Pro resin 3D printer, and wow, it is an incredibly fast 3D printer.
Reshaping the Future: GE’s Vernova Spinout and 3D Printing Impact
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi spotlight GE's final spinout, Vernova, and highlight the transformative impact of 3D printing technology on various industries involved.
The Quest to 3D Print a #3DBenchy in Less Than 60 Seconds
Is it possible to 3D print a #3DBenchy in under one minute? One maker is attempting this feat.
Multec Unveils M1000: High-Temperature, Six-Material Industrial 3D Printer
Multec announced a massive new industrial 3D printer, the M1000, which is not only high temperature capable, but also handles six materials.
Nikon Inaugurates 90,000-square-foot AM Technology Center
The Long Beach, California, facility is already operational and is strategically located to serve aviation, aerospace, and defense clients.
Eco-Friendly Living: The Rise of Cob House Architecture
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi delve into the resurgence of cob houses, exploring their sustainable design, modern applications, and the role of 3D printing in transforming this ancient building technique.
POP 3 Plus 3D Scanner: Revopoint’s New Medium-Sized Device Boasts High Accuracy and Ease of Use
Revopoint’s new POP 3 Plus 3D scanner is quite an improvement over its predecessor.
Beyond Jigs and Fixtures: The Growing Role of 3D Printed Surrogate Parts
There’s another potentially large market for 3D printed parts that few seem to talk about.
AM-Flow Tackles Post-Processing Challenges with Advanced Automation Features
AM-Flow is quietly building up an impressive portfolio of automation functions for additive manufacturing.
From Prototypes to Powerhouses: 3D Printing and the New Defense Lattice
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discover how 3D printing is transforming defense strategies in the Asia-Pacific, strengthening alliances, and shaping the future of regional security.
Explore AM Technology and New Business Models at IMTS 2024
Where can an additive manufacturing adventure at IMTS 2024 take you?
UltiMaker’s New Factor 4 3D Printer is Built for Industrial Production
I had a look at UltiMaker’s new Factor 4 3D printer.
Contrary to Market Gloom, Some 3D Printing Investments Surge
There are some big investments happening in the 3D print world, contrary to recent gloom.
Design of the Week: Ravioli Roller and Stamp
This week’s selection is the Ravioli Roller and Stamp by Printables contributor Daniel Black.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, July 28, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
New Trade Policies: Unleashing the Potential of 3D Printing in the U.S.
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discover how the latest U.S. tariff policies are driving innovation and growth in the 3D printing industry, reshaping the future of American manufacturing.
Key Insights from Prusa Research’s 2023 Sustainability Report
Prusa Research recently issued their annual Sustainability Report. Let’s take a look through it and see what we can learn.
Zetamix 17-4PH: Advanced Metal Filament for Tougher, Lighter 3D Prints
Zetamix introduced a new metal filament for FFF devices, 17-4PH.
SPEE3D’s Byron Kennedy Discusses CSAM Technology and Military Applications
I had a chat with SPEE3D CEO Byron Kennedy about their latest equipment and experiences.
New 3D Printing Process for Producing Small, Complex Parts Made from Fused Glass
UpNano announces modified form of two-photon polymerization for high-resolution additive manufacturing.
Effortless Custom Dice Creation with DiceMaker: A Free Generative 3D Tool
A free software tool offers generative 3D models of gaming dice.
Researchers Develop Voxelated Bioprinting Technology
New research shows a method of performing voxelated bioprinting. Hold on, what does that mean? Voxelated printing is a somewhat rare capability implemented only in certain 3D printing processes. The idea…
Aerosint’s Triple-Powder 3D Printing System
Aerosint has made some improvements to their unique multimaterial powder 3D printing technology.
Leading the Charge: How Eli Lilly is Revolutionizing Medicine and Manufacturing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi highlight Eli Lilly’s remarkable growth and groundbreaking advancements in pharmaceuticals, from Alzheimer’s treatment to innovative 3D printing drug delivery.
Transforming Goals in 3D Printing: The Rise of User-Friendly Desktop Printers
I’m seeing what I think is a bit of a transformation of the desktop 3D printer market: buyers are beginning to have different goals.
Meet Halo: The Self-Assembling, Hyper-Efficient Metal 3D Printer from Rosotics
A rather unusual metal 3D printer has been announced by Rosotics, the Halo.