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3D Printing Unicorns: International Business and Tax Planning
Charles Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi of R&D Tax Savers examine unicorns and strategic expansions in 3D printing.
Desktop Metalâs Major MIM Partnership
For metal 3D printing to compete with metal injection molding, perhaps the two technologies should work together.
Why Is Stanley Black & Decker So Deep Into 3D Printing?
For some reason, power tool maker Stanley Black & Decker is investing heavily in a number of 3D printing ventures.
AstroPrint Scores Additional US$1M Investment
AstroPrinthas successfully raised US$1M investment round.
Waiting For Xerox
As industrial interest in 3D printing grows exponentially, new players are sure to arrive. One of them is likely to be Xerox.
Xometry Pulls in Another $50 Million
Xometry has announced $50 million in equity funding.
3D Hubs Chooses Chicago for North American HQ
International expansions in 3D printing continue as 3D Hubs announces Chicago as the soon-to-be site of its new North American headquarters.
Aleph Objects Opens European HQ
Aleph Objects has opened the doors to business in Europe with its new HQ in the Netherlands.
$2M Funding and an Apology: A Happy Ending Follows #CESGenderBias Dismay
Sex tech company Lora DiCarlo has some good news.
HP Focuses on Future of Digital Manufacturing with New 3D Printing System, Material, Partners, Network
HP has a flurry of announcements today focusing on digital manufacturing solutions, including the latest MJF 3D printer.
3D Systems Takes Huge Stock Price Hit
3D Systems announced their quarterly results and they were not as expected.
GKN Powder Metallurgy Opens North American HQ, AM Customer Center
Germany-based GKN Powder Metallurgy is expanding its North American 3D printing presence.
The Strange Tale of B3 Innovations Ends In Dipping Sauce
Many 3D printing startups have failed, but none in quite the way that B3 Innovations has just announced.
Structoâs Aligner Partnership Aligns Orthodontic 3D Printing and Software
Structo and uLab Systems have announced a strategic partnership focused on 3D printing clear dental aligners.
Shifting 3D Printing Sales to Business Solutions Selling
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi of R&D Tax Savers discuss sales approaches in the 3D printing industry.
New Joint Project Brings Metallic 3D Printing To Automakers
A new collaborative venture, led by BMW and including researchers, manufacturers and auto companies, is working on expanding advanced manufacturing (AM) in the automotive industry.
Steady Progress at Stratasys
Stratasys announced their quarterly financial results this week, and it looks pretty good for the 3D printing giant.
NCDMM / America Makes Announce New Execs
America Makes and NCDMM are announcing some changes to their top structuring.
The Biggest 3D Printer Company Could Now Be Carbon
Carbon announced theyâre acquiring more cash through a Series E funding round.
Union Tech USA Fails
An announcement on Union Techâs USA website indicates they are shutting down their business.
3D Printing To Breathe Easier
Materialiseâs latest partnership invests in the future of patient-specific healthcare for respiratory patients.
New Autodesk Earnings Report Shows Growth in CAD Subscriptions
Another fiscal year, another chart showcasing a companyâs earnings.
30 Years In 3D Printing: A Chat With EOS
This week, EOS celebrates its 30th anniversary. EOS North America President Glynn Fletcher offers a look into operations and a look ahead in industry.
Much More On The World Of Tanks Thingiverse Incident
We recently published a story on an incident that caused many 3D models on Thingiverse to be removed. Now, we know a lot more.
COBOD Begins Distributing BOD2 Construction 3D Printing
While we await livable 3D-printed homes and buildings, the field of additive construction is experiencing steady development.
Significant Purge of Thingiverse This Week
Thingiverse has dropped a number of 3D models from its repository, according to multiple reports.
$48M for Fast Radius
Chicago-based Fast Radius has announced a $48 million Series B funding round set to expand its additive manufacturing platform.
MakerOS Receives Funding
We havenât heard much from MakerOS over the past couple of years, but they have big news today.
Markforged Sets Up Shop in Dublin
Markforged is opening its first international HQ in Dublin, Ireland.
AddiFab Emerges with Freeform Injection Molding, Mitsubishi Collaboration
Product and prototype: productype. The freedoms of 3D printing with the volumes of injection molding. AddiFab promises these and more.
Pantone Validated Color 3D Printing
Stratasysâ J750 and J735 3D printers have been validated as meeting Pantone color-matching standards.
Dyndrite Emerges with Accelerated Geometry Kernel
A new player in the field is going to be a very big deal for additive manufacturing.
Evolve STEPs Forward in the Finger Lakes
Evolve Additive Systems is expanding.
Additive Manufacturing Research Center to Open in the Philippines
The Filipino Department of Science and Technology has announced plans to build a new research-focused manufacturing center.
BCN3D Rises with $3M Raised
Barcelona-based desktop 3D printer manufacturer BCN3D has announced a $3 million funding.
3D Hubs Secures US$18M
3D Hubs has secured a huge US$18M investment round.
Analyzing The 3D Systems Analysis
Iâm reading a report on Seeking Alpha describing the stock price journey of 3D Systems, and have some things to add.
Markforged Raises $82 Million
Boston-based Markforged has announced an $82 million Series D funding round.
Keene Village Plastics Acquires MakeShaper
3D print filament manufacturer Keene Village Plastics announced it has acquired MakeShaper.
Roboze Continues to Strategize Sales
New moves at Roboze show ongoing commitment to sales growth.
Sciaky ADAPTs
Metal additive manufacturing company Sciaky has joined ADAPT.
Massive Deal For AstroPrint
AstroPrint announced a spectacular arrangement with Stanley Black & Decker.
Brexit Causing Issues For UK 3D Printer Companies
As the March 29 date of Brexit approaches, it seems it will have some effect on 3D printer companies based in the UK.
Stratasys Stock Tumbles On Unexpected Results
Stratasys released their 2018 financial results and there was a little bit of a surprise.
Materialise Turns The Corner
Materialise announced their 2018 financial results and it’s looking very positive.
Design for DLS Gets a Boost with ZVerse Partnership
Carbon and ZVerse have announced a strategic partnership to âbridge the design gap for digital manufacturing.â
Fictiv Raises Big Cash
Fictiv has raised a huge US$33M.
Windformâs Commercial Strategy Shift
CRP has announced a change in commercial policy for Windform materials.
HP Inc.: Can’t Bring a Musket to a Drone Fight
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss HPâs forward momentum.
3D Systems’ 2018 Results Cause Some Fuss
Itâs that time of year when many companies release their year-end financial results, and 3D Systemsâ were quite interesting.
Selling 3D Printers Direct or Through Resellers?
Iâm reading a press release about another reseller arrangement from ROBOZE, and it got me thinking about how this business works.
The Real Value of 3D Printing Patents
Itâs not always about revenue; sometimes patents are worth it to prove larger positioning.
A Three-Way Partnership Focusing on Farsoon Technologies
Farsoon Technologies announced an interesting partnership with two related companies.
Agile Partnerships for an Agile Industry
A recent partnership announcement shows how the business of 3D printing can be as fast-moving as the technology.
AMFG Opens German Operations
London-based AMFG has expanded into the German market.
The Time Is Now For Construction 3D Printers
After several years of experimental construction 3D printing projects, it may be the time for things to get real.
3D Printing and Arconicâs Proposed Purchase for $10 Billion
Charles Goulding and Dylan Comerford take a look at Arconicâs work in 3D printing.
What To Read Into Additive Industries’ New Loan
Additive Industries received a significant financial boost in an unusual way.
Wabtec and GE Deal Restructuring Should Further Support 3D Printing Rail Technology
Charles Goulding and Ryan Donley examine a deal between GE and Wabtec and its potential implications on 3D printing in the rail industry.
Aurora Labs Gets Private Placement
Aurora Labs has received a significant investment.
Consultancy Partnership Strengthens Technical 3D Printing Support
G.W.Consultancy and AT 3D-SQUARED have signed a partnership to âadvance AM/3D Printing to the next level.â
The Deep Implications Of UL2904 On 3D Printing
UL finally published its standards on 3D print safety, and there are definitely going to be implications.
Xerox Maps 3D Printing Participation, Acquires Vader Systems
Printing mainstay Xerox targets innovation and a fast-growing market, fulfilling promises in stepping into 3D printing.
EOSâ Latest Acquisition Furthers Texan Investments
Today EOS announces its acquisition of Vulcan Labs, advancing further in Texan operations.
The Need for Materials Intelligence in Additive Manufacturing
An important acquisition in simulation and materials intelligence has been flying under the radar.
Chemical Companiesâ Focus on 3D Printing
Evonik recently announced its acquisition of 3D printing materials startup Structured Polymers.
Troubles At Maker Geeks
Thereâs a bit of controversy surrounding US-based filament producer Maker Geeks.
Big Changes At Midwest Composite Technologies
Once in a while a company makes a very strategic move. This is one of them.
Desktop Metalâs Massive Funding
A $160 million investment brings Desktop Metalâs combined funding to $438 million.
Fortify Fortifies Composite 3D Printing
Boston-based Fortify has announced a $2.5 million strategic funding round set to advance its Digital Composite Manufacturing (DCM) process for strong 3D printing.
Integrating MedAccred’s Supply Chain Standard with 3D Printing
The medical device industry is one of the largest and fastest growing global markets.
BASF: Creating Chemistry Through 3D Printing
Charles Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine BASFâs involvement in 3D printing.
Sounds Good: Prodways Acquires French Hearing Aid Leader
Prodways Group says it has just become the French leader in customized ear tips for hearing aids.
The Impact of Bloombergâs $1.8 Billion Donation to Johns Hopkins on 3D Printing
Charles Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi of R&D Tax Savers discuss the potential impact on 3D printing of a major philanthropic donation.
The Patent War Between Formlabs and DWS
Thereâs a silent war being waged between two giants of 3D printing: DWS and Formlabs.
New Desktop 3D Printing Execs Point to Globalization Strategies
Two leaders in the desktop 3D printing space have just appointed new execs with a focus on global expansion.
AdditiveNow Emerges
Aurora Labs and WorleyParsonsâ 50/50 joint venture, AdditiveNow, emerges today.
How 3D Printing Can Help the US Robot Industry
Charles Goulding and Ian Brown of R&D Tax Savers discuss 3D printing in the robotics industry.
The Power of the HP Inc. 3D Printing Ecosystem
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi of R&D Tax Savers examine HPâs 3D printing ecosystem.
Optomec Acquires Huffman
Additive manufacturing mainstay Optomec has acquired Huffman.
Get a Job in 3D Printing without Being an Engineer
If youâre interested in 3D printing, it is entirely possible to join the industry without being an engineer.
Are Your 3D Designs Being Stolen?
Iâm reading a detailed post by Ars Technica on automated theft of AutoCAD designs, but is this also applicable to 3D print designs?
2018 Window Closing for Startups to Claim $250,000 in Cash Rebates
Charles Goulding and Raymond Kumar of R&D Tax Savers note the deadline for US Federal R&D tax credit claims relating to 3D printing.
ASTM and Innovative Standards Development for Additive Manufacturing
I recently sat down with ASTM Internationalâs Mohsen Seifi, PhD, Director of Global Additive Manufacturing Programs.
Harris Corporation and L3 Technologies Merger: 3D Printing Innovation
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi of R&D Tax Savers explore the implications of the Harris and L3 Technologies as they relate to 3D printing technology.
3D Alliances Brings Channels Together
3D printing industry veteran Gil Lavi shares the story of his latest endeavor.
Xact Metal Pivots
Metal 3D printing startup Xact Metal has done a slight pivot on their path to success.
Prusa’s Manufacturing Capacity Is Incredible
At formnext we learned much about Prusa Printerâs manufacturing capabilities.
Materialise Focuses on Productivity, Connectivity, Partnerships
Materialise takes another step forward on its journey toward industrializing additive manufacturing.
Frustum Looking Toward Leadership in Generative Design, Acquired by PTC
Frustum has been busy with new releases — and today with a new parent company.
Stratasys Answers and Raises Questions
Stratasys had a lot to show at formnext 2018 as company execs answered a lot of questions — and raised even more.
An Update From Additive Industries
Last week we heard from Additive Industries, who continue to prove they know how to 3D print in metal.
Filtering Through the Waste with 3D Printing
Charles Goulding and Tyler Gianchetta of R&D Tax Savers discuss 3D printing and membrane filtration.
PostProcess Partners with Rösler
That didnât take long. After announcing the establishment of a base in Europe US-based PostProcess Technologies announced an interesting partnership with Germany-based Rösler. PostProcess Technologies produces a series of âsmartâ post-processing devices for 3D printing that intelligently remove supports or smooth the inevitably layered surfaces of freshly printed objects. Sometimes their equipment does both processes… Continue reading PostProcess Partners with Rösler