At Formnext we were able to take a good look at GE’s mysterious Atlas project.
Kerry Stevenson
Kerry Stevenson, aka "General Fabb" has written over 8,000 stories on 3D printing at Fabbaloo since he launched the venture in 2007, with an intention to promote and grow the incredible technology of 3D printing across the world. So far, it seems to be working!
Design of the Week: VW Caddy Front End Structure
This week’s selection is an interesting 3D printed front end structure for a Volkswagen classic car.
Mimaki’s Full Color 3D Printing Option
Hold on, there is another full color 3D printing option from Mimaki.
The Promise of Full, Actual, Internal 3D Printing
Stratasys announced something profoundly important this week, but I don’t think many people understand exactly how important this is.
The Massive Kong3D 3D Printer Has A New Angle
There are several large-format 3D printers available today, but none seem to be able to do what the Kong3D does.
Many Questions with XJET’s CEO
We sat down with XJET’s CEO to find out where the new company is positioned today.
XJET Launches With Great Hope
XJET has shipped their first 3D printing system, and it won’t be the last.
3D Hubs Releases New Top Rated 3D Printer List
3D Hubs has just released their new list of top-rated 3D printers.
The Arrival of the Big Guys in 3D Printing Shakes Things up
Something quite interesting was observed at the recent FormNext exhibition.
FormNext 2017: Is 3D Printing Now, Finally, Going to Explode? We Think Yes
We’ve returned from FormNext 2017 and somewhat recovered from Jet Lag, and have a few things to say.
500 Machines for 3D Platform!
3D Platform announced they’ve shipped a total of 500 large format 3D printers – so far.
The Best 3D Printing Book Yet?
There have been a number of fascinating 3D printing books emerge, but we believe this one could be the best yet.
That 3D Metal Printing Smoke Thing That No One Talks About
I learned something new about 3D metal printing that you may not have heard of.
The MakeX Migo Desktop 3D Printer
MakeX has launched another very inexpensive 3D printer, the MakeX Migo.
Additive Industries Continues Automating 3D Metal Printing
An interesting announcement from Additive Industries this week shows their continuing commitment to addressing the automation needs of metal manufacturers.
The Sometimes Visible and Mostly Invisible Dangers of 3D Print Materials
The lack of standards and packaging inconsistencies in 3D printer filament may hide safety issues.
A Visit to the 3D Printing Museum
Want to know more about the earliest beginnings of 3D printing?
Design of the Week: Bathroom Phone Holder
This week’s selection is the eminently practical Bathroom Phone Holder by Thingiverse contributor hallonhatt.
GE Knows How To Make Even More Money With 3D Printing
Everyone knows GE is extremely interested in 3D printing, but there’s yet another way they’re making a lot of money with the technology.
An Update on the LumiPocket LT
It was approximately two years ago that the LumiPocket LT Personal Fabricotor launched, but it was only this year that the product shipped in volume to clients.
Hands on with MakerBot’s Tough PLA System
I had the opportunity to give MakerBot’s new Tough PLA system a try, and was impressed.
A 3D Model Repair Tool? Trying Out CUR3D
We’ve just done a quick test of a new 3D model repair tool, CUR3D Maker Edition.
Know What You’re Doing Before You Get Into 3D Printing, Please!
Sometimes there are people that simply should not be 3D printing.
VSHAPER’s “Custom” 3D Printer
VSHAPER offers a type of 3D printer almost no one else produces: a custom machine.
SimScale Offers Free Engineering Analyses
One of the critical aspects of developing a component design is to ensure it will actually perform in real life situations.
Alice Caboste – “3D printing gave me a new freedom as a designer”
After studying product & furniture design in London, Alice went to work in Paris for two great designers – Andrée Putman and Pascal Mourgue – on many projects for the home & luxury industry.
Meshmixer Version 3.3 Is Now Available
You might not have noticed that Meshmixer has been updated and there’s a very interesting new feature.
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?
NASA’s 3D Printed Habitat Challenge Now in Third Phase
The long-running NASA challenge to create a 3D printed space habitat is now launching the third phase of the competition.
Philament’s New Glass 3D Printer Filament
This is interesting: a reinforced PLA material using glass fiber.
More Developments From Authentise
Authentise has announced a deal with SLM Solutions to integrate real time data.
Find Us At FormNext!
Would you happen to be in Frankfurt this week? So are we!
Design of the Week: 3D Printed Models of London
This week’s selection is the highly detailed 3D Printed Models of London by Michal Konicek.
3D Hubs and colorFabb Call It Done
The romance between 3D Hubs and colorFabb seems to be dimming, with an announcement that the filament manufacturer has pulled out of 3D Hubs’ perks program.
The ProtoPro Air Scrubber Solution
We’re looking at a very interesting air safety system for desktop 3D printing today.
The Increasingly Popular Creality CR-10S Desktop 3D Printer
I’ve been hearing more buzz about the Creality CR-10S desktop 3D printer, so I decided to look into it.
3D Printer Filament Quality Keeps Going Up
A new material for 3D printers was announced today tells us something about the direction the filament industry is heading.
Authentise Working On Watermarking Solution
3D print middleware utility service Authentise is working on an interesting new function: Watermarking.
Ultimaker Releases “Cura Connect”
Ultimaker has released their powerful Cura Connect system.
Dialing In a 3D Printer? What’s That All About?
Often you’ll hear someone talking about “dialing in” their 3D print. What does this mean?
More Hands On With Fiberlogy’s Specialty Filaments
Some time ago we had a test of several of Fiberlogy’s speciality 3D printer filaments, and we’d like to update that report.
The PLUTO Desktop 3D Printer
3Devised is about to launch their new “PLUTO” desktop 3D printer on Kickstarter.
3D Systems Hits Back With Multiple Announcements
3D Systems, whose stock price recently took a tumble, came back with a series of very interesting 3D printing announcements.
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.
New Algorithm Hopes to Speed Up 3D Printing
Researchers at the University of Michigan have apparently developed an algorithm to speed up 3D printing operations.
Thieves Strike 3D Printer Operator
A very unfortunate incident occurred at the residence of a desktop 3D printer operator.
Was 3D Printing Really Invented in the Victorian Age?
A startling piece suggests that the concept of 3D printing may have been first conceived in Victorian England, almost 160 years ago.
Look Out, Thingiverse (and others), Poly Just Arrived
Google announced what will likely become an enormous 3D model repository.
Design of the Week: Spool Tool Desk Organizer
This week’s selection is the unusual Spool Tool Desk Organizer by MatterHackers.
3D Printed Construction: Taking Off? Or Still On The Taxiway?
There’s been plenty of media coverage regarding the concept of 3D printed construction projects, but is this really happening?
XJET’s Ceramic and Metal 3D Printing Combination
XJET announced the release of a new line of 3D printers, the Carmel series, which apparently can 3D print in metal OR ceramics.
How To: Persistent 3D Print Failure? Here’s What To Look For
The problem: you keep printing an item on your desktop 3D printer but it always fails. Solution? Read on.
Is the Personal 3D Scanning Business Viable Long Term?
There was a time when it was thought that 3D Scanning businesses might be a big thing. Is that still the case?
Structur3d Announces Discov3ry Version 2.0
3D printing startup Structur3d has upgraded their paste extruder to version 2.0.
Nanoscribe’s Bioinspiration
Nanoscribe’s customers are leveraging the company’s powerful 3D printer to duplicate features found previously only in nature.
3D Systems’ Stock Price Significantly Down; New Market Leader
Friday’s release of 3D Systems quarterly financial results have put a huge dent in the company’s stock price.
What’s With The Sudden Stream of Investment in 3D Metal Printing?
Yet another huge investment in 3D metal just occurred, but why is this happening?
KODAK To Enter 3D Printing Market
Surprise, surprise! KODAK is to launch a desktop 3D printer!
Don’t Forget The Fabbaloo Community Program
For the past months we’ve been running an unusual support program for certain members of the 3D print community.
Troubles in the Market for 3D Systems Today
As the stock markets closed today, troubles seemed ahead for 3D Systems.
The Inception X1 Professional Desktop 3D Printer
Another interesting professional desktop 3D printer option has launched: the Inception X1.
Cazza’s Robotic Building Business
I’m looking today at a new 3D printing company that focuses on building construction, Cazza.
Secret Funding To Ultimaker
Ultimaker quietly announced a rather major event in their history this week that could affect many things.
What’s Right and Wrong with 3D Printer Filaments?
There’s a long discussion of the opportunities and challenges in the 3D printer filament business.
Adobe’s New Dimensions Has Something For 3D Printing
Color 3D printing just got a small step closer to being easier.
Design of the Week: Hovalin 3D Printed Violin
This week’s selection is the majestic 3D printed violin by Matt Hova of Hova Labs.
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.
Astroprint Adds More Pieces To Their Ecosystem Puzzle
Astroprint has certainly been very busy lately, and this week added yet another piece of the puzzle.
3D Printing: The Story So Far
As today is our tenth anniversary I felt it wise to do a recap – of everything that’s happened in 3D printing over the past decades.
Ten Years of Fabbaloo
Oh my, where has the time gone?
Natural Robotics Launches Another Low-Cost SLS 3D Printer
Barcelona-based Natural Robotics has launched a very interesting SLS 3D printer on Kickstarter today.
Prusa Yields to Customer Demand: MK3 Upgrades Now Available
There was a bit of controversy earlier this month when Prusa Research announced the fabulous new Prusa i3 MK3 desktop 3D printer.
Yeehaw Wand Update: Closed!
The Yeehaw Wand has disappeared, sort of.
Microsoft Updates Their Flagship Mouse with the Premium Surface Precision Mouse
Never underestimate the power of an ergonomic mouse.
Another Community 3D Printing Network: MakerHub
Competition is a wonderful thing, and one of its most recent developments is a new community 3D printing network, MakerHub.
Relativity 3D Printing Entire Rockets
A new startup hopes to completely automate the building of rockets using 3D printing.
“Visual” 3D Model Searching with MadeInOpen
I’ve bumped into an unusual 3D model meta-repository that permits searching by a very different method.
Your 3D Printer’s Most Worn Out Component?
There’s a peculiar problem that exists on a great many 3D printers that could be avoided by a simple software fix.
New Matter’s New 3D Printer
New Matter has released a new desktop 3D printer that improves on their original design.
3D Printing Stocks on Yet Another Roller Coaster Ride
Both 3D Systems and Stratasys stock prices have been zooming up and down lately, but what’s behind it?
Stratasys Continues the Transition to Production
I’m reading an announcement about new materials from Stratasys, but I think there’s a bit more to the story here.
The Platonics Ark Does Something Every 3D Printer Company Should Do
An intriguing new professional desktop 3D printer appeared on Indiegogo, and their approach seems quite unique.
Design of the Week: Spool Holder
This week’s selection is the fabulously designed Spool Holder for Prusa i3 MK2 by Martin Majewski.
ASICS Bypasses 3D Printing with Microwave Method
Hold on there – Did ASICS just leapfrog Adidas by NOT using 3D printing?
That 3D Printed Key Project: Is This Concerning?
A project has published a method of generating 3D printed keys. Is this concerning?
Golden 3D Printing?
3D printer hotend maker E3D stepped up their “Gold Edition” with some interesting – and frivolous – upgrades.
3D Printed Tires Run Over Water!
YouTuber Simon Sörensen of RCLifeOn has posted an interesting video where he’s designed a 3D printed approach for driving on water.
The Q4 3D Hubs Report Gets More Interesting
Each quarter 3D Hubs publishes a fascinating report on 3D printer use, and this report is no exception.
Waterproofing Your 3D Prints
I saw a post somewhere about someone 3D printing a waterproof container and had some thoughts.
Desktop 3D Printer Enclosures: A Hint of Things to Come?
A new 3D printer enclosure product portends a change in the future.
More 3D Metal Printing Companies Achieve ISO 13485
The race is on to achieve ISO 13485!
Elon Musk Not Using 3D Printing As Much As Suspected
SpaceX’s Elon Musk executed an “Ask Me Anything” session this week on Reddit, and revealed something interesting about their 3D printing use.
MakePrintable Takes a Bite Out of Everyone’s 3D Printing Workflow
MakePrintable announced an interesting integration with Cura that should make life much easier for many 3D printer operators.
Amy Karle – “There are opportunities for women, minorities, and all types of minds to be leaders in 3D Printing”
Amy Karle uses the mind, body, science, and technology to create art.
MakerBot Relaunches Experimental Mode
MakerBot has just announced a very interesting new program they call MakerBot Labs, which harkens back to their origins.