Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
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Micro 3D Printing Gains Momentum: UpNano and BMF Announce Developments
Developments in micro 3D printing continue.
CONTEXT Reveals Explosive Growth in Entry-Level 3D Printers, Led by Creality and Bambu Lab
CONTEXT issued a report on 3D printer sales for the second quarter of 2024, and there are some surprising results. The company uses its connections to obtain data about company sales, both public and private companies. This is then analyzed to determine trends, which is what we’re looking at today. CONTEXT divides up the additive… Continue reading CONTEXT Reveals Explosive Growth in Entry-Level 3D Printers, Led by Creality and Bambu Lab
BOFA Rebrands as Donaldson BOFA, Expanding Global Reach in 3D Printing Filtration
Some interesting news from BOFA — or should we say Donaldson BOFA?
eSun Makes Security Error, Resets Customer Passwords to Email Addresses
It appears that has made a significant security mistake on their online 3D print materials store.
Aurora Labs Partners with Defense Firm to 3D Print UAV Propulsion Systems
Aurora Labs announced a new partnership to 3D print propulsion systems.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, October 13, 2024
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, October 6, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Desktop Metal Merger Approved: What’s Next for Nano Dimension?
Nano Dimension took another step forward with Desktop Metal shareholders approving the proposed merger.
Seurat CEO Urges U.S. Government to Support Additive Manufacturing with Strategic Incentives
Seurat calls for AM incentives.
After Multiple Acquisitions, What Is Nano Dimension’s 3D Printing Ecosystem?
Last week Nano Dimension offered to buy Markforged for cash. What does this mean for their technology portfolio?
Revo Foods Opens World’s Largest 3D Food-Printing Facility in Vienna
The TASTE FACTORY producing up to 60 tons of 3D printed food each month, starting with THE FILET.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, September 29, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Markforged Acquired by Nano Dimension in $115M Deal
Well, if it isn’t yet another 3D printer company acquisition: Markforged has been acquired by Nano Dimension.
Markforged Loses Patent Case to Continuous Composites: $25M Settlement Agreed
Bad news for Markforged: They’ve lost their patent lawsuit with Continuous Composites.
US Imposes New Export Controls on Advanced Metal 3D Printing Technologies for National Security
US authorities have introduced immediate controls on the export of a number of advanced technologies, including certain additive manufacturing processes.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, September 22, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Mosaic Manufacturing Secures CAD$28M to Expand Industrial 3D Printing Solutions
Huge news from Mosaic Manufacturing: they’ve raised a massive CAD$28M (US$20M) from investors.
nTop Partners with NVIDIA to Integrate GPU-Powered Design in Additive Manufacturing
nTop announced an interesting partnership with NVIDIA.
SpaceX Secures Velo3D Technology Rights: A Strategic Lifeline or Temporary Solution?
As I expected, SpaceX has come to the rescue of Velo3D — or did they?
Stratasys Announces Huge $50M Stock Buy-back Plan
Stratasys announced a curious program to repurchase their own shares.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, September 15, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Velo3D’s Valuation Crashes to $5M as Company Moves to OTCQX Market
Velo3D has exited the NYSE, adding to their woes.
Helio Additive Partners with MOCOM to Enhance Large-Scale 3D Printing Efficiency
Helio Additive announced a very interesting partnership with MOCOM.
Markforged Implements 10-to-1 Reverse Stock Split to Avoid NYSE Delisting
Markforged has made a decision about its stock split.
DOJ Seeks 3D Printing Industry’s Help in Stopping Illicit Use
The US Department of Justice announced a program attempting to curb the use of machine gun conversion devices, which could involve 3D printers. “MCDs” are the issue here. Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco explained: “We’re here to discuss one such emerging threat: machine gun conversion devices — or MCDs — also known as “switches” or… Continue reading DOJ Seeks 3D Printing Industry’s Help in Stopping Illicit Use
Axtra3D’s Lumia X1 and HPS Technology Gain Traction with Protolabs Partnership
Big news from Axtra3D: they’ve partnered with Protolabs.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, September 8, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Scoobe3D Resurrected: Immensa Acquires High-Precision 3D Scanning Technology
A 3D scanner company’s technology might come back from the dead.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, September 1, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Velo3D’s Significant Valuation Drop: What’s Next for the Metal 3D Printer Manufacturer?
Several publicly traded companies have undergone significant valuation losses over the past year, and one of them is Velo3D.
Nano Dimension’s Acquisition of Desktop Metal Clears Key Regulatory Hurdle
A big milestone has been achieved in the pending Desktop Metal / Nano Dimension takeover.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, August 25, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Formlabs Confirms Minor Layoffs Amid Continued Growth
There have apparently been some layoffs at Formlabs.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, August 18, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Zortrax’s Financial Overhaul: New Shareholders and Cost-Cutting Measures
There’s been some developments with Zortrax.
Stratasys Files Patent Infringement Lawsuit Against Bambu Lab and Tiertime: What You Need to Know
The news of Stratasys’ lawsuit has generated much commentary, but how much of it is accurate, and what’s really going on?
NASDAQ’s Stricter Delisting Rules Could Threaten 3D Printing Companies
Possible bad news for publicly traded 3D print companies is coming from NASDAQ.
Stratasys to Relocate U.S. Headquarters to New Minnetonka Campus
Stratasys is moving their HQ — but not very far.
Shapeways Reborn as Manuevo: The Legendary 3D Print Service Returns
Shapeways has been resurrected, sort of.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, August 4, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
BigRep SE Goes Public on Frankfurt Stock Exchange
BigRep SE has gone public, listing their stock on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange.
Nikon Inaugurates 90,000-square-foot AM Technology Center
The Long Beach, California, facility is already operational and is strategically located to serve aviation, aerospace, and defense clients.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, July 28, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Kings 3D to Open New 25 Acre Facility in Pinghu, Zhejiang
The project aims to achieve an annual production of 1,000 3D printers, 5,000 tons of 3D printing materials, and customized 3D printing services.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, July 21, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Is SLS 3D Printing Poised for Growth? Industry Shifts and Low-Cost Options Emerge
There’s something interesting going on lately in the world of SLS 3D printing.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, July 14, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
3D Printed Tooling Company Aims for Rapid Expansion
Metal 3D printer start-up Mantle focuses on additive manufacturing for precision tooling.
Formlabs Acquires Micronics: Desktop SLS 3D Printer Kickstarter Canceled
Formlabs has acquired Micronics: what does this mean for desktop SLS 3D printing?
3D Systems and Precision Resource Enter Metal AM Partnership
Leveraging 3D Systems’ Direct Metal Printing (DMP) platform to catalyze metal AM applications in high-criticality markets.
Prusa Research Aims to Become Leading US 3D Printer and Filament Manufacturer by 2025
Prusa Research is dramatically expanding operations in the USA.
3DEO Innovates with New Materials and Strategic Business Growth
3DEO is growing, but in more ways than one.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, July 7, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
EOS Secures Major Sale with i3D MFG for Advanced 3D Metal Printers
EOS has scored a massive sale of 3D printers to a large customer.
From SLM Solutions to Nikon SLM Solutions: Rebranding and Success
At Rapid+TCT last week we had a chat with SLM Solutions and discussed the company’s integration with Nikon.
Shapeways Declares Bankruptcy
Long time 3D print service Shapeways declared bankruptcy this week.
Industry Consolidation: Nano Dimension to Purchase Desktop Metal
Nano Dimension is acquiring Desktop Metal!
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, June 30, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Vision Miner Acquires AddWise
Strengthening the company’s position as a global leader in additive manufacturing with the extrusion hardware manufacturer.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, Jun 23, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
How a Misstep by the CPSC Led to a Financial Setback for Bambu Lab
More information about the Bambu Lab recall has been revealed, and it’s quite astonishing what happened.
XJET Withdraws IPO Plans
A report this week suggests that XJET has stopped its planned initial public offering.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, June 16, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Australian Defence Department Orders Experimental Metal Parts from Aurora Labs
Aurora Labs announced an important government order.
Huge Demand for Massivit’s New Large-Format 3D Printer
Massivit scored big at a recent exhibition.
3D Systems Doubles Down on Dental Market with Comprehensive Technology Roadmap
3D Systems last week announced a comprehensive strategy for the dental market, and the implications are interesting.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, June 9, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
3D Alliances Launches IMPACT Program to Boost 3D Printer Sales
I’m looking at 3D Alliances’ new “IMPACT” program for 3D printer manufacturers.
Quantica Secures Additional Funding to Advance NovoJet 3D Printing Technology
Quantica has raised even more cash to expand their unusual 3D printing technology.
AnkerMake and Slice Engineering Settle Patent Infringement Lawsuit
A lawsuit between Anker and Slice Engineering has been settled.
Lithoz and HiMed Launch Bio Ceramic 3D Printing Center of Excellence in NY
Lithoz announced a new center of excellence for bio ceramic 3D printing.
Sculpteo Secures ISO 13485 Certification, Expanding Opportunities in Medical Manufacturing
Sculpteo announced they’ve achieved a critical certification that could grow their business significantly.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, June 2, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
AML3D Expands to U.S. with New Ohio Manufacturing Hub
AML3D is reaching into the US with a new manufacturing base.
3YOURMIND Partners with US Army to Digitize Inventory for M113 Armored Vehicle Parts
3YOURMIND struck an interesting deal with the US Army.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, May 26, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
HP Silently Took the Fitstation Insole Platform Off the Market
The company continues to work directly with footwear brands such as Brooks and Superfeet.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, May 19, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Axtra3D Appoints New Revenue Team and Expands Into Japanese Market
Hybrid PhotoSynthesis (HPS) pioneer welcomes three 3D printing industry veterans.
Which 3D Printer Manufacturers Support America Makes?
America Makes has another 3D printer manufacturing member: Roboze. But which other companies participate?
Shapeways to Sell Software Assets: Major Shift in Company Strategy
Shapeways has apparently struck an agreement to sell its software assets, likely indicating a fundamental change to the company as we know it.
Zortrax Faces Financial Crisis: Restructuring Amid Competitive Pressures
There’s trouble at Zortrax, the Polish 3D printer manufacturer.
Filaments.ca Acquired by InkSmith: What This Means for Canadian 3D Printing
News from the 3D print material market in Canada: Filaments.ca has been acquired.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, May 12, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Sintratec Shuts Down Operations After a Decade in the 3D Printing Industry
In a surprise announcement this week, Sintratec has ceased operations.
GE Additive Transitions to Colibrium Additive, Retires Concept Laser and Arcam Brands
Somehow I missed this two weeks ago: GE Additive has rebranded.
SLM Solutions Rebrands as Nikon SLM Solutions NA, Inc.
SLM Solutions has changed their name.
Publicly Traded 3D Printing Companies: Who’s Really Making Money?
A bit of corporate 3D print company analysis today.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, May 5, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Introducing Anisoprint 2.0: Pioneering Composite 3D Printing in Asia
Since strategically moving production to China, and its HQ to Singapore, the company is taking advantage of the Asian landscape to further advance strong, lightweight manufacturing technology.
BMF’s UltraThineer Earns FDA Clearance for Cosmetic Veneers
Boston Micro Fabrication has received an important approval for a new material.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, April 28, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
No More Kodak 3D Printing: Smart International Fades Away
It seems that another 3D printer manufacturer has faded away into the sunset.
Renishaw to Boost 3D Printing Capabilities Through New Partnership with Materialise
Materialise announced a partnership with Renishaw that should benefit Renishaw 3D printer operators.