Trump’s Middle East Playbook: Deals, Détente, and Defense
Charles R. Goulding and Aaron Rofe unpack President Trump’s transformative Middle East tour, where over US$2 trillion in investments, high-stakes aviation deals, and a historic shift on Syria mark a bold…
Testers Wanted: Manyfold to Launch First Public Instance of Decentralized 3D Model Repository
Manyfold is planning a public instance of their open-source 3D model repository.
Nikon SLM Solutions Hints at Massive New Metal 3D Printer in Rocket Lab Deal
Nikon SLM Solutions announced a rather prominent new customer: Rocket Lab.
Roboze and Comau Aim to Simplify Factory Integration With Affordable 3D Printing Automation
Roboze has inked a partnership deal with Italian automation company Comau.
Creality and AMISS Partner to Bring 3D Printing Innovation to Fashion Industry
Creality seems to have developed an entirely new application for 3D printing, this time in the fashion industry.
Stratasys Moves to Differentiate FDM From FFF in New Marketing Strategy
It looks like Stratasys wants to differentiate FDM from FFF.
Progress Group Introduces Selective Paste Intrusion for High-Resolution Concrete 3D Printing
Progress Group has developed a new form of concrete 3D printing.
3D Printing Sets Sail: How America’s SHIPS Act is Transforming Trade and Defense
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how the SHIPS Act and 3D printing are steering America’s maritime strategy toward national security and global competitiveness.
Opdo Aims to Disrupt Optics Industry With Volumetric 3D Printing and Integrated Design Tools
A new company hopes to use volumetric 3D printing to revolutionize the production of optics.
Thangs Users Can Now Order 3D Printed Models via Shapeways Integration
News from Shapeways: They’ve enabled print-on-demand services at Thangs.
Chicago Additive’s AMOS High-Speed Desktop 3D Printers After Naval Collaboration
I’m reading about a new line of desktop 3D printers from Chicago Additive, AMOS.
From iPhones to AI Forms: Jony Ive’s New Era of Intelligent Design
Charles R. Goulding and Anthony Palumbo unpack the collision of AI, form, and function—and why 3D printing is poised to benefit.
The Big Kube Does Indeed Exist
The Big Kube does exist, and it’s at InkBit headquarters. What’s this all about? The “cube” in question is pictured at the top. It’s a variation of a popular 3D model…
New DARPA-Funded Project Aims to Enable 3D Printing With Scrap Metal
A new project hopes to develop a way to enable widespread 3D printing of scrap metal.
New Research Finds Simple Solution to Improve Layer Adhesion in 3D Concrete Printing
A new research paper suggests a simple method to overcome one of the biggest issues in 3DCP.
FN Herstal’s High-Tech Firepower: Additive Manufacturing Takes Aim
Charles R. Goulding and Aaron Rofe explore how FN Herstal is reshaping the firearms industry through additive manufacturing, innovative materials, and strategic partnerships that blend tradition with cutting-edge technology.
World’s Largest 3D Printer? COBOD’s BODXL Redefines Construction Scale
It seems that there is now a new champion for the title of “world’s largest 3D printer”.
Could Retro Color Filaments Be the Next Big Differentiator in 3D Printing?
There now seems to be yet another take on 3D printer filament colors.
3D Printing Industry Expands: Shapeways and Formlabs Launch New Offices
Two 3D print companies are opening new offices.
Design of the Week: Chess Voyage
This week’s selection is the Chess Voyage portable chess set by Printables contributor ERAVIA.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, June 8, 2025
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Metal Matters: Why Oklahoma’s New Smelter Is a Game Changer for U.S. AM
Charles R. Goulding and Anthony Palumbo explore how Emirates Global Aluminium’s $4 billion U.S. investment could ignite a new era in additive manufacturing, defense sourcing, and domestic aluminum innovation.
Possible Leak Suggests New Bambu Lab 3D Printer With Larger Build Volume
It’s time to look at yet another possible 3D printer leak.
University of Tokyo Develops New Thermoplastic That Dissolves in Seawater
Scientists have developed a new plastic that dissolves in seawater.
Warcraft Rumble Characters Now Available as 3D Printable Models
Blizzard has released a massive set of 3D printable models for Warcraft Rumble.
Bambu Lab’s H2D: Does the Market Want a Multifunction 3D Printer?
Do you need a multifunction 3D printer?
Managing IPA Waste: Disposal and Recycling Options for Resin 3D Printer Operators
Resin 3D printer operators always have an issue to deal with: disposing of IPA.
New 3DQue Door Opener Enables Full Automation for Bambu Lab Print Farms
3DQue announced a new 3D printer automation product, the AutoFarm3D Door Opener.
From Garage Mods to Military Contracts: The Alpha Additive Story
Ryan Donley and Aaron Rofe sat down with Alpha Additive’s founders to uncover how a small Florida company is shaking up global manufacturing with custom-built machines, patented tech, and next-gen automation.
New SSVP Process Enables Soluble Supports in Resin 3D Printing
A new research paper describes a way to 3D print soluble supports with resin.
ASTM Launches New AMCC Certification Program for Additive Manufacturing Companies
ASTM announced a new certification program for manufacturers using AM technology.
BCN3D’s Future Uncertain as Investor Group Offers Rescue Package
There has been a development in the BCN3D situation, but it’s still not clear how this will end.
Merging Minds and Machines: How Kean and NJCU Could Redefine Tech-Driven Education
Charles R. Goulding and Nimra Shakoor examine how the Kean-NJCU merger could turn financial necessity into educational opportunity by expanding 3D printing access and modern maker spaces.
UltiMaker Launches S6 3D Printer With 4X Faster Print Speeds
UltiMaker announced a brand-new 3D printer, the S6.
Researchers Discover Unique ‘Fingerprints’ in 3D Printed Parts Using AI
A new study has developed a method to identify which 3D printer produced a specific part.
Why There’s No One-Size-Fits-All Design for Desktop 3D Printers
What should a desktop 3D printer look like?
Robots, R&D, and 3D Printing: ABB’s Big Break from the Past
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explain how ABB’s robotics spinoff could reshape automotive manufacturing through 3D printing, AI integration, and powerful R&D tax advantages.
Prusa Research’s MK4S Giveaway Signals Shift Toward CoreXY 3D Printers
Prusa Research is offering a special deal that might hint at the future for the company’s products.
Evaluating the Practicality of Release Agents for 3D Printing Support Removal
Release agents are a good idea, but also not particularly practical.
Thoughts About BCN3D’s Bankruptcy
I’ve been thinking about the news of BCN3D’s bankruptcy. The Barcelona-based company is one of the older operations producing 3D printers. I first saw them years ago with their initial desktop…
Design of the Week: A Flower
This week’s selection is “A Flower” by Mario Cucinella Architects.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, May 30, 2025
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Clean Water Meets 3D Printing: Inside Pentair’s Innovation Pipeline
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discover how Pentair is quietly transforming the water solutions industry by integrating 3D printing into its R&D and production process—cutting lead times, customizing components, and…
Alternatives to the Hard-To-Get ELEGOO Centauri Carbon 3D Printer
It’s getting harder to buy a popular desktop 3D printer these days.
Thought3D Launches Magigoo Glide Kit and Supergrip Adhesive for Modern 3D Printing Needs
Thought3D introduced two major products for their Magigoo line.
Why It’s Time to Redefine “High Speed” in Desktop 3D Printing
I’m struggling with the concept of “high speed” 3D printers, and now believe there should be a terminology change.
Realistic Full-Color 3D Printing Exists — So Why Isn’t Everyone Using It?
There really aren’t a lot of full-colour 3D printers on the market. Why is that?
Flashforge To Expand Professional 3D Printer Line With Actively Heated Guider 4 Pro
Flashforge continues to refine its 3D printer product line with the upcoming Guider 4 series.
Researchers Develop Nearly Invisible 3D-Printed EEG Electrodes for Comfortable Long-Term Use
Researchers have developed a 3D-printed EEG electrode that’s almost invisible.
The Data-Driven Revolution in 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi underscore how advanced databases—from trade flows to digital twins—are turning 3D printing into a proactive, data-powered engine for growth.