Atum3D made a very interesting move.
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Shapeways Grows Again
Shapeways unexpectedly announced a rather large investment round today.
3D Printer Manufacturers: Who’s in the Lead?
An interesting report by Context reveals the âtop fiveâ 3D printers.
3D Systems Settling Lawsuit?
I noticed something interesting in a business blog post about 3D Systems.
Roboze Doing Well Enough To Expand In Several Ways
Interesting news from Roboze this week.
Stratasys’ STEP Technology Spun Off
In a surprise announcement, Stratasys unveiled an apparently new 3D printing technology, âSTEPâ, and a company to run with it, Evolve Additive Solutions.
FDA Clearance for Materialise Software Paves Way for More Medical 3D Printing
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted 3D printing service bureau and software developer Materialise clearance
BASF Takes a Huge Step – With BigRep
BASF and BigRep announced a blockbuster deal yesterday, or at least we think so.
Be Very, Very Careful With Your Customer Data
Iâm reading a fascinating legal complaint by 3D Systems against one of their former employees and his new employer, and thereâs lessons to be had by all 3D printing companies here.
Looking Through Shapeways’ Transparency Report
3D print service Shapeways has released their annual transparency report, and there are some interesting findings.
BEEVERYCREATIVE Makes Moves Toward Industry
BEEVERYCREATIVE seems to be taking steps to transform their market direction.
Desktop Metal Launches Lawsuit Against Markforged
Big news today: Desktop Metal has launched a lawsuit against their prime competitor, Markforged.
Desktop Metal Catching Up Quickly
Desktop Metal announced yet another huge investment yesterday.
Siemens Expands in UK, Regardless of Brexit
Manufacturing giant Siemens announced a huge expansion to their UK factory in Worcester.
3D Systems Announces Surprise Financial Results
This week 3D Systems announced their financial results for the 1st quarter of 2018, as well as their full 2017 results – and it was a bit of a surprise.
3D Systems to Conquer Dental and Move onto Every Other Vertical
At LMT Lab Day Chicago 2018, 3D Systems showcased the first official industry-specific instantiation of its Figure 4 3D-printing technology.
La Poste Pushing 3D Printing
There are many post offices in the world, but few are doing as much 3D printing as Franceâs La Poste.
Additive Industries on the Move – In More Ways Than One
Additive Industries is on the move.
New Management at Shapeways; New Strategy Too?
Shapeways announced a new CEO this past week.
Stratasys Finally Developing 3D Metal Printing?
Stratasys gets into the news twice today with a mysterious announcement of a previously-unknown 3D metal printing process.
Stratasys’ Positive and Negative News
Today Stratasys announced their financial results for 2017 and there are some very positive and negative aspects.
Both of Polaroid’s 3D Printer Operations?
Today weâre talking about Polaroidâs 3D printing operations. Both of them.
Ultimaker’s New Strategy is Paying Off Far Faster Than Expected
Call me surprised, but Ultimaker is moving ahead rapidly.
Kodak Gets Stickier
Kodak 3D Printing has announced a partnership agreement that should make their equipment a bit more sticky with users.
3D Print Materials Copyright Law Battle
Micheal Weinberg writes of an interesting legal battle taking place over use of third party 3D print materials.
An Update on 3D Systems’ Strategy
We had a sit-down with 3D Systemsâ CEO Vyomesh Joshi and got a first-hand explanation of the companies moves.
3D Printing Risk Alert: New Matter Folds
New Matter, makers of the MOD-t desktop printer, announced theyâre closing business forever.
What Is A 3D Print Network To Do Now?
With Solidworksâ announcement of an integrated manufacturing network, questions arise regarding the future of existing community making networks.
3D Hubs Makes it Official
3D Hubsâ journey is officially in another direction based on a policy change theyâve published.
HP’s New Reseller Strategy: Will It Work?
Today HP announced a few interesting things, and one of them is a new reseller strategy.
Onshape Isn’t Fooling Around
The latest marketing material from Onshape is rather interesting.
Prusa Explains MK3 Updates
In a rather long blog post, Josef Prusa explained some of the backstory regarding ongoing changes to the companyâs flagship desktop 3D printer, the MK3.
Aleph Objects Shows How It’s Done
At CES Aleph Objects provided a demonstration we had not seen displayed to the public.
How Kodak Works With Smart International
Weâve recently posted several stories about the new Kodak 3D printer, but there is a bit of a story behind the project.
Carbon Partnering with J&J
Carbon announced today something that hints at their future – and yours.
The Road to Standards for 3D Printing
Industries all start in a chaotic mode, but after a time standards must emerge.
Kuehling & Kuehlingâs Lapuna Project
I love secret project names, and Germanyâs Kuehling & Kuehling certainly have one: the Lapuna Project.
Former Dassault Exec Takes Over Rize
After coming out of stealth in 2016, Rize has been in the process of making its name well-known and its Augmented Polymer Deposition (APD) technology widespread.
An Unusual Twist to a Crowdfunding Launch
We regularly look at new crowdfunding projects related to 3D printing, but this project had a different approach.
The Best 3D Printing Stocks of the Year?
Iâm reading a post on Fool.com about their measurement of the best 3D printing stocks during 2017.
3D Hubs CNC Venture Succeeds
Amsterdam-based 3D Hubs mentioned something very interesting in their recent newsletter.
More Cash for Carbon: We Have a New Winner?
Carbon announced a Series D funding round today, and itâs a whopper.
Dawn of a New 3D Metal Printing Era
On or about today, future 3D print historians may mark the moment as a critical shift in usage of the expanding technology.
Markforged Takes in $30M from Siemens, Microsoft and Porsche
Since the launch of Markforged in 2013, ENGINEERING.com has been following the startupâs development.
Aurora Labs Targets Very High
Thereâs something fascinating about underdogs in any race, something that attracts your attention.
More Cash for Robo!
Robo has raised even more capital to expand their 3D printer manufacturing business.
Changes at the Top in Two 3D Printing Companies Will Spur New Ventures
Thereâs been announcements of executive changes at a couple of notable 3D printing companies.
Cincinnati Buys NVBOTS
Cincinnati (the company, not the city) has acquired NVBOTS.
Ultimaker Can Actually Measure Their Transformation To a Professional Market
In discussions with Ultimaker last week, we learned something very interesting: Ultimaker can literally measure their recent transformation.
Facing Bankruptcy, TechShop (Sadly) Closes All 14 Locations
When they hit the scene back in 2006, the TechShop business model had everything going for it: a fitness gym-like membership program for the use of manufacturing and other shop equipment.
500 Machines for 3D Platform!
3D Platform announced theyâve shipped a total of 500 large format 3D printers – so far.
GE Knows How To Make Even More Money With 3D Printing
Everyone knows GE is extremely interested in 3D printing, but thereâs yet another way theyâre making a lot of money with the technology.
Which 3D Printing Companies Can You Actually Invest In?
There are tons of 3D print-related companies in existence, but relatively few that you can easily invest in. But should you?
Interesting Angle on 3D Metal Printing from Aurora Labs
Australia-based Aurora Labs announced an interesting deal that should provide them with a significant boost.
3D Systemsâ Stock Price Significantly Down; New Market Leader
Fridayâs release of 3D Systems quarterly financial results have put a huge dent in the companyâs stock price.
Whatâs With The Sudden Stream of Investment in 3D Metal Printing?
Yet another huge investment in 3D metal just occurred, but why is this happening?
Troubles in the Market for 3D Systems Today
As the stock markets closed today, troubles seemed ahead for 3D Systems.
Secret Funding To Ultimaker
Ultimaker quietly announced a rather major event in their history this week that could affect many things.
iMakr to Open 40 3D Print Retail Stores?
This could be big news for 3D printing of all types: iMakr intends on opening up 40 new 3D print retail shops across the globe.
3D Printing Stocks on Yet Another Roller Coaster Ride
Both 3D Systems and Stratasys stock prices have been zooming up and down lately, but whatâs behind it?
More 3D Metal Printing Companies Achieve ISO 13485
The race is on to achieve ISO 13485!
Formlabs Deepens Dental Capabilities
Iâm fascinated by Formlabsâ venture into the dental industry, which just got a lot deeper.
HP Puts a Dent into Competitorâs Stock Prices
HP held an analyst event earlier in which they made some announcements that caused a bit of a tumble on the stock market.
Impossible Objects Gets Cash
Illinois-based 3D printing startup Impossible Objects has received a hefty amount of cash.
An Introduction to Additive Industries – For Americans
Additive Industries is set to establish a major presence in California to dramatically enter the US market.
Materialise Expands, Telling Us Something Interesting
Belgium-based Materialise seems to be making some interesting moves lately.
Appleâs New 3D Printing Patent Makes No Sense
Iâm reading a story on a new patent Apple just received and I canât figure out what they will do with it.
Farsoonâs American Venture Not The First, Nor The Last
Farsoon opened an Americas division, in what could be a wave of new 3D printing vendors.
A Step Towards 3D Printing by Amazon?
This week Amazon acquired a 3D modeling company, and Iâm wondering where this may go in the future.
3 Things Every 3D Printing Startup Needs
Itâs time for some gentle advice to those hoping to launch new 3D printing ventures.
What is BASF Doing in 3D Printing? A Lot, It Appears
BASF is making more moves into 3D print space.
Dassault Acquires Exa
More consolidation in the 3D CAD market: Dassault Systèmes is acquiring Exa.
From Sea to Shining 3D
Shining 3D speaks to their resellers.
Are Used Desktop 3D Printers Becoming Viable? And Why Is That?
Two new service programs from desktop 3D printers suggest thereâs something happening with used equipment.
AstroPrint Tries an Unusual Fundraising Method
3DAGOGO, the startup company behind 3D print cloud service provider Astroprint, is attempting to raise funds through crowdsourcing.
GE Expands, But in a Different Way
GE is now leveraging its assets to promote 3D metal printing.
HP + Deloitte: Giving Tools Back to the Blacksmith
On Thursday, August 24th, 2017 in Silicon Valley, HP + Deloitte announced a new partnership. HP is known as one of the world’s leaders in technology development, and Deloitte is also a world leader in digital transformation, the process of taking a traditional company into a modern mode of operation. HP’s CEO Dion Weisler described… Continue reading HP + Deloitte: Giving Tools Back to the Blacksmith
Has 3D Systems Stopped Growing?
While the company has introduced new products, it appears their revenue is stuck.
3D Systems Going Back Into 3D Food Printing?
This is certainly interesting: 3D Systems announced a deal with CSM Bakery Solutions to jointly pursue 3D food printing activities.
Nothing Too Concerning: VoxelJetâs Latest Results
Large-format 3D printer manufacturer announced their quarterly results and they might be viewed negatively, but I think not.
That Didnât Take Long: Marangell Joins BigRep
Well, that certainly didn’t take long: Frank Marangell has been hired by BigRep.
Changes at the Top for Shapeways
The founder of Shapeways is no longer at its helm.
Stratasysâ Non-Shocking Quarterly Results
Stratasys released their Q2 financial results for 2017 and the results were quite different from those of their competitor, 3D Systems.
3D Systems Shocking Financial Results
As is customary, 3D Systems announced their latest quarterly financial results and the results were quite shocking.
Source3 Acquired
A few years ago we ran into a company called âSource3â, who intended to market notable 3D printed designs. Now theyâve been acquired.
BASF Targeting 3D Printing?
Chemical giant BASF is to set up a new subsidiary dedicated to 3D printing.
The Amazoning of Airwolf 3D
California-based Airwolf 3D announced a feature reminiscent of Amazon Prime.
Intel Exits The Maker Community: Implications on 3D Printing
It seems that Intel has announced it is discontinuing its Arduino offerings.
Leasing Your 3D Printer? It Makes Sense, For Some
A comment from our post regarding Formlabsâ acquisition of Carl Bass prompted a comment from a reader that deserves an answer.
Formlabs Secures Former Autodesk CEO
Formlabs announced yesterday that Carl Bass, longtime CEO of Autodesk, would join their board of directors.
Desktop Metal Cleans Up With New Investment
Today Desktop Metal announced theyâve scored another round of investment, and itâs a whopper with a lot of implications.
EOS Supports an Innovative Heat Exchanger
A heat exchanger design has attracted the attention of EOS.
Matching Business Need to 3D Print Technology is Critical for Success
A positive trend in 3D printing these days is the focus on actual applications.
Rize One 3D Printer Heads to Customers
At this time last year, a new company called Rize came onto the market with a unique form of plastic extrusion 3D printing that promised to do away with elaborate post-processing procedures, while maintaining part integrity.
Does Every 3D Print Filament Maker Need a Chemical Giant Partner?
There are literally dozens of 3D printer filament manufacturers these days, but there may be a powerful way for them to take a step up.