Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, May 18, 2025
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
3D Printers Are the New Lab Techs—And They’re Changing Everything
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discover how 3D printing is transforming laboratories into agile, automated powerhouses—pushing facility design, scientific speed, and R&D incentives into the future.
3D Printer Kickstarters Decline as Market Maturity Demands Niche Innovation
Kickstarters used to be the place where you could find new 3D printers. Is that still the case?
New Tabletop Concrete 3D Printer Enables Affordable R&D in Cementitious Materials
A company has launched a “tabletop” 3DCP printer.
GreenGate3D Leverages Industrial Recycling to Offer 100% Recycled PETG Filament
GreenGate3D offers a wide selection of “green” PETG 3D printer materials.
Making Additive Manufacturing Sustainable
In conversation with EOS’ Head of Sustainability, Björn Hannappel.
Metal and Ceramic FFF 3D Printing Advances With New Materials From The Virtual Foundry
We had a chat with the folks from The Virtual Foundry and learned about their latest metal and ceramic 3D printer filaments.
New Study Demonstrates 3D Printed Conductive Fabrics for Durable Smart Wearables
New research shows a method of 3D printing electronics into textiles. Textile 3D printing has been around for quite a while, and it has taken two forms: the first was attempts…
How to Launch and Market a 3D Printing Business with What You Already Have
You already have what you need to start a 3D printing business.
Print Me a Tune: How 3D Printers Are Reshaping the Sound of Music
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explain how 3D printing is hitting all the right notes in the music world, transforming how instruments are made, played, and preserved—from high-tech violins to…
Sponsor News
A Closer Look at PCBWay’s Online 3D Printing Workflow
I took a tour through PCBWay’s online quoting service for 3D prints.
PCBWay Enhances Designer Workflow with New Open-Source Software Integrations
There are some interesting developments at PCBWay.
Creality Unveils Hi Combo: A High-Speed 3D Printer with Automated Filament Switching
Creality launched the anticipated Creality Hi Combo 3D printer today.
Creality Showcases Multicolor 3D Printing with CFS and New Products at CES
Creality just completed the CES show in Las Vegas, and there were some interesting announcements of equipment and other programs.
Creality Launches Soleyin: Affordable Premium 3D Printer Filaments
Creality has launched a new brand: Soleyin. What is it? It’s the brand for a new line of 3D printer filaments produced by Creality. It seems that the company intends to…
Creality Launches 2024 Cloud Designer Awards with $15,000 Prize Pool
Creality has launched its annual Creality Cloud Designer Awards for 2024.
PCBWay Expands 3D Printing Services with Advanced PolyJet Technology
PCBWay introduced a new 3D print service using PolyJet technology.
FLSUN Black Friday Sale: The Fastest Desktop 3D Printers at Incredible Prices
There are many Black Friday deals on this week, but those from FLSUN are of particular interest.
Creality Launches K2 Plus Combo: High-Speed, Servo-Driven 3D Printing for Professionals
Today is the day Creality launches their long-anticipated K2 Plus Combo in their online store.
Research
New Study Demonstrates 3D Printed Conductive Fabrics for Durable Smart Wearables
New research shows a method of 3D printing electronics into textiles. Textile 3D printing has been around for quite a while, and it has taken two forms: the first was attempts…
Researchers Develop Bio-Sourced 3D Printer Resin With Promising Environmental Benefits
Researchers have made a bit of a breakthrough with sustainable 3D printer resins.
New 3D Printing Method Boosts Q-Factor and Enables Miniaturization of RF Devices
Researchers have found a way to produce far smaller 3D-printed RF components.
Researchers Demonstrate 3D Printing Lunar Regolith Without Binders Using SLM Technology
Researchers have been investigating the possibility of 3D printing lunar regolith — without any other materials involved.
Corporate
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, May 18, 2025
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, May 11, 2025
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
3D Spark Secures €2M Funding to Revolutionize AI-Driven Manufacturing
3D Spark has secured €2 million in seed funding as a means to achieve its goal of reshaping industrial component manufacturing and procurement through artificial intelligence.
Patent Confusion Clouds Brick Layers 3D Printing Technique Despite Public Domain Status
Everson Siqueira believes there are serious patent issues with the Brick Layers concept.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, May 4, 2025
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Ideas
3D Printer Kickstarters Decline as Market Maturity Demands Niche Innovation
Kickstarters used to be the place where you could find new 3D printers. Is that still the case?
How to Launch and Market a 3D Printing Business with What You Already Have
You already have what you need to start a 3D printing business.
Photocentric Targets Electrification Market With Solvent-Free 3D Printed Cathode Technology
The 3D printing market is shifting, and companies sometimes have to move into other areas, but there’s one that is not as popular as it could be: batteries.
Legacy Desktop 3D Printer Brands Struggle or Exit Amid Bambu Lab’s Market Disruption
Has Bambu Lab’s market domination caused company exits from the desktop 3D printer market? We took a look.
Services
FAME 3D Launches LulzBot Direct, Expanding Into On-Demand 3D Printing Services
FAME 3D announced a new 3D print service: LulzBot Direct.
Function Playground: Meti•kumi Introduces Local 3D Model Generator for Creative Vase Design
A new, free online service uses complex math to generate unique 3D models.
3D People Launches PartsVault Digital Inventory Platform for On-Demand 3D Printing
A 3D print service bureau has added an unusual capability.
Medema Labs Launches Free AI-Based LPBF Part Cost Calculator for Metal 3D Printing
We had a look at Medema Labs’ ROI calculator.
Usage
3D Printers Are the New Lab Techs—And They’re Changing Everything
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discover how 3D printing is transforming laboratories into agile, automated powerhouses—pushing facility design, scientific speed, and R&D incentives into the future.
Print Me a Tune: How 3D Printers Are Reshaping the Sound of Music
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explain how 3D printing is hitting all the right notes in the music world, transforming how instruments are made, played, and preserved—from high-tech violins to…
Reusch Launches 3D Printed Goalkeeper Glove
Produced using Carbon’s patented Digital Light Synthesis (DLS) technology.
Living Seawalls: The 3D Printed Armor Saving Our Coastlines
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how Kind Designs is pioneering 3D printed Living Seawalls that defend coastlines while reviving marine ecosystems.