This is part 3 of our short series on the Ultimaker 2 Extended. Today we’re talking about operating this huge 3D printer.
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!
Additive Industries Licenses Metal 3D Print Patents From EOS
Expect some interesting developments in metal 3D printing after EOS has provided some of their technology to Additive Industries.
The Voronator Wants You
Voronization is a tricky process to transform your 3D model into a very complex structure – but now there’s a simple way to do it: The Voronator!
Scan and Make Links Makers of Many Types
There are several “linkup services” that join buyers to makers, but Scan and Make has a different angle than we’ve seen before.
3D Printing: What Works, and What Doesn’t
3D print technology has been in existence for decades, but it can’t do everything. There are things it is good at, and others it isn’t good at doing.
Skriware’s Combo 3D Printer and Content Solution
Skriware is a company based in both Poland and Sweden. And they’ve launched an innovative 3D printer with accompanying content solution.
The Form 2 3D Printer Ships: Tell Us About It!
Way back in September Formlabs announced the Form 2, and now it’s shipping. But we want to hear from you about it.
colorFabb’s New nGen 3D Print Material
colorFabb has always seemed to be one of the first to introduce unusual new 3D printing materials and now they’ve released nGen, a more durable substance.
A Strange Pattern Emerges in 3D Hubs’ December Trends Report
Reading between the lines of 3D Hubs’ latest Trends Report revealed an interesting insight into the state of 3D printer quality.
taulman3D Develops T-Lyne 3D Printer Filament
3D printer filament provider taulman3D has released a new type of copolymer they call “T-Lyne”.
Design of the Week: OpenR/C Formula 1 Car
This week’s selection is the amazing OpenR/C Formula 1 Car by Pinshape contributor Daniel Noree.
Another Conductive Filament Available: F-Electric
Functionalize has released a “high conductivity” PLA filament that can be used to 3D print electrical traces.
Smart3D’s Inexpensive Pixelio 3D Scanning System
We’re checking out a forthcoming 3D scanning option, the Pixelio.
A Peek at the Viridis3D RAM260 3D Printer
Viridis3D is developing the RAM260, a different kind of 3D industrial printer that can quickly make sand molds and cores.
The Many Arms of the Materialise Group
You may have heard of Materialise, a Belgian company providing 3D print services. But did you know they operate a number of specialized subsidiaries?
Design of the Week: 3D Printed Cat Armor
This week’s selection is the startling and possibly functional 3D Printed Cat Armor, by designer J Wall.
MakeX’s M-ONE 3D Printer
China-based MakeX produces a less expensive resin-based desktop 3D printer, the M-ONE.
Deals Available From 3D Systems!
As we approach holiday season, many retailers announce big sales on products. It turns out that 3D Systems is no different, announcing a number of deals available for the next several weeks.
Possible Problem: 3D Printing Cloud Services vs Print Speed
There are several cloud-based 3D print services available, but we realized there could be a fundamental problem facing them in the future.
Notable Discounts On XYZprinting Gear – And an Interesting Upgrade Offer
Leading 3D printer manufacturer XYZprinting announced significant discounts on a number of their products, just in time for the shopping season.
Black Friday Takes Over 3D Printing Universe
What’s going on? Many 3D print companies have offered deals today, Black Friday.
Big Changes Afoot For 3D Printing Trade Shows
A big player will make its mark on the world of 3D printing this year: Tarsus announces Additive Manufacturing Shows.
The CraftBot PLUS 3D Printer
Looking for a very inexpensive 3D printer that works? You might consider the CraftBot PLUS by CraftUnique.
Occipital Acquires Lynx, And A Strategy Is Revealed
3D scanner manufacturer Occipital announced they’ve acquired Lynx Labs, another 3D scanning venture.
The Many 3D Generators of Nervous System
Did you know you could design your own uniquely complex 3D models with the help of Nervous System’s set of generator apps?
Controversy Clouds The iBox 3D Printer Experience
We’ve been told of controversy swirling around the products produced by iBox Printers.
The Other Way Of 3D Printing Metal
Most commercial metal 3D printers use powder-based techniques, but there’s another approach: deposition welding.
New Balance Joins Adidas’ Quest to 3D Print Shoes
We reported on shoemaker Adidas’ comprehensive project to 3D print shoes a few days ago, but now it appears competitor New Balance is also dipping into 3D printed shoes.
NASA Picks Made In Space To 3D Print Large Structures
NASA’s Space Technology Mission Directorate selected space 3D printer manufacturer Made In Space to create large-scale 3D printing capabilities.
Fusion3’s Fabulous F306 3D Printer
Fusion3 is a small but growing manufacturer of high-quality desktop 3D printing equipment, including their latest F306 machine.
Design of the Week: The Simpsons House
This week’s selection is the “Simpsons House” 3D model by Cult3D’s’ designer Bubolz.
Product Startup Leverages 3D Printing
It’s often stated that 3D printing is useful for big companies to more efficiently produce prototypes, but it’s also essential for small startup companies, too.
Stratasys Significantly Improves PolyJet Support Material
Stratasys surprised everyone with an announcement of SUP706 support material for PolyJet 3D printers, and it should make life much easier for operators.
Four Styles of 3D Design Software
A question we often encounter at Fabbaloo is “what 3D modeling software should I use?” The answer is, “It depends”.
XYZprinting Extends Distribution Reach: Beyond All Competitors?
XYZprinting announced a deal to deliver their entire line of desktop 3D printing equipment through major retailer Target. What could this mean for XYZprinting and desktop 3D printing?
EnvisionTEC’s New Micro Plus Line of 3D Printers
Industrial 3D printer manufacturer EnvisionTEC announced two new 3D printers for their product shelf, the Micro Plus Hi-Res and Micro Plus Advantage.
Converting a 2D Image to 3D? We Found a Service For You
Selva3D has a new beta service that performs simple 2D to 3D conversions.
Surprise! 3D Systems Drops Price on iSense Scanner
3D Systems announced a significant price drop for their handheld “iSense” 3D scanner, just in time for the holidays.
You Can Now Order 3D Printed Airframe Parts From Materialise
Earlier this year 3D print service Materialise obtained certifications for producing airworthy parts.
Ultimaker Sweetens Their Extended Version With A Free Nozzle Switcher
Netherlands-based Ultimaker has been selling their Ultimaker 2 Extended machine for some time now, but until the end of the month, buyers will receive an extra feature.
Stratasys Applies For Patent on Magnetic Support Material
On October 1st, the USPTO published a patent application from 3D printer manufacturer Stratasys for an unusual method of supporting 3D prints: magnetic media.
The Felix Pro 1 3D Printer
Felix Printers has released a powerful new 3D printer, the Felix Pro 1.
3D Printing: The Longest Tail
We’re contemplating the effects of 3D printing on the world and realized that it could provide the longest tail of all.
i.Materialise Now Accepts 42 3D File Formats. One is 3MF
3D print service i.Materialise announced they’re now able to accept uploads of no less than 42 different 3D file formats.
The Flying Extruder: The Best of Bowden and Direct 3D Printer Extruders?
Comments on our Bowden vs Direct 3D printer extruder post led us to the “flying extruder” concept, which is a bit of both.
PRINTinZ Releases PLA/PHA Hybrid 3D Printer Filament
3D print supplier PRINTinZ has released some very powerful filament based on a PLA/PHA mix.
Company Provides Alternative Materials Cartridges for Cube 3D Printers
Makeshaper now offers “third party” filament cartridges for Cube 3D printers, the first we’ve seen.
Design of the Week: 3D Printed Animatronic Parrot
This week’s selection is Brian Matthews’ highly realistic 3D printed parrot.
CNBC Reports On 3D Print Job Growth
A video from CNBC illustrates the incredible opportunities to come in 3D printing.
Formsfield’s Unusual 3D Designer Recruitment Strategy
3D model repository Formsfield has taken an unusual step to recruit designers for their product shelves: they’re guaranteeing payments!
Bowden or Direct? A Primer on Extruder Styles
Two methods of extrusion are typically found on desktop 3D printers these days. Do you know what they are?
Is The Future In “Friendly Neighborhood” 3D Printshops?
We’ve been discussing the idea of 3D print services with Dan Riley, founder of Blu-Bin, a chain of “neighborhood” 3D printshops.
BigRep Scores Huge Investment: Can They Get Even Bigger?
Another big story about a big company named BigRep this week: They’ve just closed a massive investment deal that could change things significantly for the company.
BigRep Optimizes Their “One” 3D Printer For Easy Large-Scale 3D Printing
Berlin-based BigRep announced a new version of their flagship 3D printer, the One.3.
Onshape Continues to Add New Features: When Will It End?
It’s getting hard to keep up with the ongoing changes in Onshape, one of our favorite professional 3D CAD tools.
Bondtech’s New QR Extruder Includes Handy Features
Sweden-based Bondtech has released an upgrade to their already successful 3D printer extruder: the Bondtech QR.
Prodways Announces A Whole New Series of Industrial 3D Printers
Prodways has been producing high-quality – and large scale – industrial 3D printers for some years now, but this week they announced a new series of 3D printers that use a completely different process.
Stratasys’ 3D Printed Jet Takes Flight And Proves Two Points
Stratasys and partner Aurora Flight Sciences have developed an incredible demonstration of 3D printing capability: a 240kph jet-powered UAV.
Ibarmia’s Hybrid Metal 3D Printer and Mill
Spain-based Ibarmia has partnered with researchers to create a very intriguing hybrid metal manufacturing machine.
3D Hubs Rescues Fallout 4 Fans
With the release of the highly anticipated Fallout 4 today, some fans were unable to procure a wrist-worn Pip-Boy case to accompany the game. But 3D Hubs has the solution.
Design of the Week: Clasp
This week’s selection is the surprisingly useful “Handy Clasp” from Cult’s contributor Avooq.
The MaxMicron Auto-Leveling Prusa i3
Today we’re looking at the MaxMicron Prusa i3 3D printer kit, and we’re impressed with its capabilities – and especially it’s price.
The Proliferation of Inexpensive 3D Scanning Solutions
With many inexpensive 3D scanning options now appearing on the market, you might wonder which style you should choose for your application.
FLEKS3D’s Back With More Print Plate Options
FLEKS3D launched an innovative 3D printer plate system last year, and now they’re back with more products and options.
We Now Offer A Weekly Newsletter
Today we’re announcing our newsletter options have changed: you can now subscribe for weekly updates as well as daily!
MakerBot Speeds Up 3D Printing?
MakerBot released an update to their slicing software, MakerBot Desktop, which they say can significantly speed up 3D printing.
3D Systems Announces Culinary Events
3D Systems set dates for five upcoming events where they will explain 3D printed food techniques to the public.
3D Printing Materials Toxicity Assessment: Yes, Toxic
Researchers at the University of California, Riverside have determined that at least some commonly used 3D printing materials are toxic.
BigRep Refines Their Onlines And Becomes A Bigger Player
Berlin-based BigRep stepped up their retail game by opening up a full service online shop.
3DPhotoWorks To Bring Art To Life For The Visually Impaired
A new venture hopes to provide a means of 3D printing fine artwork in ways that visually impaired individuals can appreciate.
FUBOSS Simplifies 3D Body Scans – And Reduces Your Costs
José M. Martínez is not one to let a problem lay unsolved. In this case, he’s figured out a way to reliably obtain full body 3D scans at low cost.
A Messy Recommendation From The US Library Of Congress For 3D Printer Use
Last week the US Library of Congress issued a recommendation related to 3D printers. It’s short, promising or catastrophic depending on your point of view and utterly confusing.
In Spite of Recent Gloom, It Seems 3D Printing May Grow Spectacularly
Dampened stock prices and disillusionment with consumer 3D printing ventures aside, it may still be that 3D printing technology will explosively grow in years to come.
Could A Sapphire Nozzle Should Fix Those Abrasive 3D Printing Issues?
A new sapphire-equipped 3D printer nozzle may eliminate abrasion issues, enabling the ability to 3D print very strong materials.
Design of the Week: Smartphone Photo Studio
This week’s selection is the Smartphone Photo Studio kit by Creative Tools.
Stratasys Names New North American President: What Does This Mean?
Stratasys announced the hiring of John Gould as their new President of North American Operations. Who is Gould and why would Stratasys hire him? We took a look.
An Easy Method To Generate Hair – On Almost Any 3D Printer!
Researchers at Carnagie Mellon have developed a ridiculously simple method of 3D printing hair-like structures.
Could You Use ZYYX’s Multi-Color 3D Printing Technique?
ZYYX, manufacturers of an interesting desktop 3D printer, have released a video showing a fascinating technique for multi-color printing that you might be able to use.
What Happens When Your 3D Printer Isn’t Enough?
There are many people today who have taken the personal technology step to acquiring their own 3D printer. But what happens when you need to do more than it can do?
Design of the Week: Bsteady Car Mount
This week’s selection is the ingenious Bsteady Car Mount by Bhold designs.
BIG NEWS: 3D Systems CEO Steps Down!
Late yesterday 3D Systems announced their long-time CEO, Avi Reichental, has stepped down, leaving a job opening at the top of one of the largest 3D printing companies in the world today.
Thingiverse Hits The Biggest Milestone
MakerBot’s in-house 3D model repository made history this week by achieving what no other 3D printable model site has done: one million models!
Look Out For 3D Printed Musician Merchandise!
A partnership between Source3 and CD Baby could lead to an explosion of 3D printed merchandise.
Significant Development In 3D Printer Resin From Full Spectrum Laser
Full Spectrum Laser is a relatively new player in the 3D printing market, but that hasn’t seemed to cause them any problems. In fact, they’ve just announced a new resin with a very cool property.
TechCrunch Interviews MakerBot’s Jaglom: Indicators Positive
TechCrunch recently interviewed MakerBot CEO Jonathan Jaglom to find out the latest on company restructuring and more.
The FilaFab EX’s Sensible Approach To Extrusion
We’re checking out a new filament manufacturing device, D3D Innovation’s FilaFab EX, and it seems they’ve taken this process a lot further than others have.
Is Your 3D Print Failing? We Found A Troubleshooting Guide For You
Let’s be blunt here: the current state of desktop 3D printers is rather unreliable. Prints fail frequently and operators must diagnose and fix the problems. But how?
Builder Announces Premium 3D Printer Line
Netherlands-based Builder 3D Printers announced a new line of “Premium” 3D printers based on their successful original edition.
3D Printing Stocks Remain Low, But Is This Due To China?
The stock price of many publicly-traded 3D printing companies remains flat or even low. Could China be the cause?
The Tobeca 2 Portable 3D Printer
The Tobeca 2 is a DIY 3D printer kit you might find meets your needs.
A 3D Printing Pen – That Prints In Metal!
The 3DMetalCreator is a unique device: it’s a pen that can print in metal.
The Crazy Caterpillar 3D Printing Build Plate Will Never Be Real
With the development of a continuous build plate system by Mobium Solutions, we wondered if there are other concepts for this capability.
Is It Filament Weight or Length?
There are several ways to measure the amount of material required for a 3D print, but however it’s done, it should be practical.
Design of the Week: Composite Prints
This week’s selection is the nearly indescribable composite prints by 3D artist Shane Hope.
The Large and Affordable Eleven 3D Printer
Build size is a factor important to many seeking a 3D printer, and the Eleven 3D printer may be the solution.