In a major multi-material 3D printing move, Desktop Metal has acquired Aerosint.
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Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing: July 11, 2021
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Desktop Health Expands Biofabrication Portfolio With PhonoGraft Acquisition
This week, Desktop Health announced a new acquisition set to bring biomimetic 3D printing to eardrum repair.
Renishaw Terminates Sales Process
Charles R. Goulding digs into Renishaw’s end of its search for a buyer.
Oh No: The End Of The ONO 3D Printer
One of Kickstarter’s more notorious 3D printing campaigns has finally called it quits.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing: July 4, 2021
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
J.A.M.E.S. The JV Is Here To Advance 3D Printed Electronics
Meet J.A.M.E.S., a new joint venture between Nano Dimension and HENSOLDT.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing: June 27, 2021
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Xerox Enters 3D Printing With Powerful Technology
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi consider implications of Xerox’s move into the 3D printing world.
Mystery Announcement To Come From SLM Solutions: Some Speculation
SLM Solutions is teasing us with a pending announcement of something “big”.
Xometry Updates IPO Terms
As Xometry moves toward IPO, the company has updated its SEC filings with share pricing.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing: June 20, 2021
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
3D LifePrints Announces New ISO Certification
This week, UK-based 3D LifePrints announced a new certification that further validates its patient-specific medical 3D printing focus.
Shaping 3D Printing: Meet The New Head Of HP MJF
Guayente Sanmartin, the new Global Head & General Manager of the HP 3D Multi Jet Fusion Business, shares insights into the latest structuring and strategies in MJF.
The 3D Printing Company Mandating Vaccination
VELO3D is back up and running an in-person business thanks to the CEO’s vaccination policy.
Exploring Relativity Space’s Machine Learning 3D Printing Patent
Relativity Space owns what could become a key patent for additive manufacturing.
Increased Hospital Merger Activity And Its Impact On 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding examines 3D printing opportunities arising from a huge increase in hospital system mergers and acquisitions.
Organovo New Senior Management And New Business Strategy
Charles R. Goulding digs into recent significant business changes at storied bioprinting-turned-drug-discovery company Organovo.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing: June 13, 2021
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
North American Rail Merger And 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi consider potential 3D printing implications from a major merger in the North American rail industry.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing: June 6, 2021
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Xometry To Go Public!
It’s IPO news today for Xometry as the on-demand manufacturing company prepares to trade on Nasdaq under “XMTR.”
3D Systems Continues Consolidation: Sells Service Business
3D Systems announced a massive divestiture of their worldwide 3D print service business.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, Episode 10
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Nexa3D Closes Massive Financing Round
Nexa3D announced a new investment of US$55M this month.
News From Nanoscribe
There were two notable items from Nanoscribe this week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, Episode 9
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Markforged Publishes Very First Finanical Results
Markforged published their very first corporate financial results.
Formlabs Investment Surprise: US$150M Doubles Valuation
Formlabs unexpectedly announced a truly massive investment yesterday.
Venture Funds on Track for $100 Billion in Tech Startups
Venture funds and other cash-laden investors are on track to make a record US$100B in startup investments.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, Episode 8
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Authentise Taps Into EU Grant Program
Authentise has been awarded a grant from the EU’s Horizon 2020 program to assist with their integration of nebumind.
INDEX Group Acquires One Click Metal
The INDEX Group of Germany has acquired the majority of the shares in One Click Metal.
3D Systems Surprises With Profitable Results
3D Systems reported their first quarter 2021 financials this week, and they seem to have made a profit.
3D Systems Acquires Not One, But Two Companies
3D Systems made what it calls strategic acquisitions of two companies last month.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, Episode 7
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
FIT AG and pro-beam Group To Develop EBM 3D Printing Technology
Two companies have partnered to develop an additive manufacturing system using wire-based electron beam melting.
AMClad Now With ExOne
ExOne announced they’ve acquired the assets of Ohio-based Freshmade 3D, meaning they now own AMClad.
Stratasys Partners With DyeMansion For Full Color AM
Stratasys and DyeMansion announced a new strategic alliance that combines capabilities to provide an end-to-end full color additive manufacturing workflow.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, Episode 6
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
R&D Profiles Of Leading 3D Printing Companies 2021
Charles R. Goulding and Ryan Donley analyze R&D expenditures of several leading companies in the 3D printing industry.
Materialise Consolidates Metal 3D Printing Footprint
Materialise consolidated its metal 3D printing operations in Germany.
The China Challenge
Charles Goulding, Jr. considers how 3D printing might help the U.S. both compete and cooperate with Chinese manufacturing.
Shapeways To Go Public!
Shapeways is set to become SHPW on the NYSE via SPAC.
3D Hubs’ 2020 Trends Report Available
3D Hubs released their periodic Trends Report, and this edition packs a lot of very interesting data.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, Episode 5
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies.
3YOURMIND Raises US$12.4M
3YOURMIND announced they’ve received a massive investment of US$12.4M.
The Veolia-Suez Merger And Implications On 3D Printing
Charles Goulding Jr. considers how 3D printing materials and applications may be impacted with a major merger.
Nano Dimension Acquires AI Company
Nano Dimension has signed an agreement to acquire DeepCube.
Tethon 3D Obtains Key Ceramic 3D Printing Patent
Tethon 3D obtained a patent for a key 3D printing feature in the resin process.
3D Control Systems To Support OctoPrint Integration
3D Control Systems announced an arrangement with the Octoprint project to provide support for software integrations.
Ultimaker CEO Shares A Look At Strategy
Ultimaker’s new CEO offers an inside look at the company’s strategic shift toward ecosystem thinking.
Ecosystem Thinking At Ultimaker
Ultimaker has announced a new platform strategy and new software offerings.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, Episode 4
We’ve been doing this for several weeks now, and it’s an interesting exercise where we review the current market capitalization for the publicly traded stock companies.
Autodesk Acquires Upchain, Increases PLM Capability
Autodesk beefed up their functionality with a new acquisition.
OSHdata Shuts Down
This week, OSHdata announced its closure.
MX3D Raises €2.25M, Set To Launch Robotic Metal Additive Manufacturing System
Another day, another significant additive manufacturing investment.
9T Labs Growth Plan Turns Into Significant Hiring
9T Labs seems to be hiring a lot of new staff lately.
AM Revenue Down In 2020?
A report from SmarTech Analysis suggests additive manufacturing revenue was down in 2020.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, Episode 3
This week we once again take a look at the current state of 3D print companies in the stock market.
Brexit Slowly Reshapes The 3D Print Market
News from 3DPRINTUK tells a story of how Brexit is slowly reshaping the 3D printing world.
Fortify To Scale Up Following $20M Funding
A significant Series B funding is set to drive Fortify’s next steps in reinforced 3D printing.
COBOD Announces Profitable 2020
COBOD announced they achieved profitability in 2020.
Building Back Better With 3D Printing
Charles Goulding Jr. examines the new US initiative to Build Back Better and how the 3D printing industry is set for a major role.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, Episode 2
It’s time once again to review the status of the major 3D print companies.
Covestro Closes On DSM Additive Manufacturing Business Acquisition
Covestro has completed its acquisition of DSM’s Resins & Functional Materials, including the Additive Manufacturing business.
The Ultimate Industry 4.0 Batting Lineup
Charles R. Goulding and Harry Foxman put together their Industry 4.0 dream team.
Wematter Scores Huge Investment
Wematter announced they’ve raised a large amount of investment that should enable them to grow significantly.
Formlabs Seeking Lead Engineer
Formlabs appears to be looking for someone to lead their engineers.
DNV Unveils AM Service Specifications For Energy Industries
DNV announced new service specifications for use of additive manufacturing in the energy sector.
New UK Consortium To Pursue WAAM
A new consortium in the UK has been established to develop and promote the use of WAAM 3D printing technology for commercial applications.
Inkbit Makes First VCJ Sale
Inkbit announced a partnership with the United States Air Force.
Which 3D Printing Company Is The Biggest?
This has been a question of mine for some time, so I decided to investigate using science.
Essentium Doubled Staff; Expects Significant Growth
Essentium announced a series of HR moves and said they’ve doubled their staff since last year.
Official: VELO3D To Go Public
VELO3D officially announced they are going public.
Dissecting The Renishaw Sales Process
Charles R. Goulding considers the business side of Renishaw’s search for a buyer.
3D Control Systems Takes An Interesting Step
3D Control Systems announced a partnership with HP, and this indicates how the manufacturing workflow service will proceed.
New Leadership Appointed By Additive Industries
Additive Industries announced the appointment of two new leaders, including a new CEO.
The Texan Freeze And 3D Printing Plastics Supply Disruption
Among the many enduring repercussions of last month’s disastrous winter storm in Texas is a plastics supply chain shortage that could impact filament raw suppliers.
Jared Bernstein And MEPs Manufacturing Role
Charles R. Goulding and Randall Rothbort dig further into 3D printing implications of Biden’s “Buy American” program and Manufacturing Extension Partnerships.
SynDaver’s Unusual Fundraising Approach
SynDaver is taking some unusual steps to raise funds.
Desktop Health Concentrates Some Of The Best Of 3D Printing For Personal Healthcare
A new business is leveraging the vast Desktop Metal / EnvisionTEC 3D printing portfolio for the future of personal healthcare.
Report Suggests VELO3D To Go Public
A report suggests that metal 3D printer manufacturer VELO3D is set to go public via a SPAC.
Prusa Joins 3MF Consortium
Prusa Research quietly announced they’ve joined the 3MF Foundation in a live video this week.
Massivit 3D Goes Public
The latest 3D printing IPO sees Massivit 3D Printing Technologies go public.
AddiFab’s Investment And Expansion
Freeform Injection Molding company AddiFab has announced a $6.3 million investment round and an expansive new headquarters.
Senvol Gets A Funding Boost
Senvol announced new investment coming from the US military.
Renishaw Is For Sale!
Renishaw is up for sale.
Stratasys And Xometry: An Unlikely Combination?
Stratasys and Xometry announced an unusual agreement to collaborate on 3D print services.
Major Equipment Financing Lenders Prepare For Economic Recovery And 3D Printing Sales
Charles R. Goulding considers financing options in the 3D printing industry.
3D Systems 2020 Results Improve, But Still Disappoint Some
3D Systems announced their 2020 financial results, and it’s interesting to see the many effects during that tumultuous year.
Inside Markforged: What It Means To Go Public
On the heels of Markforged’s announcement of intent to go public, we catch up with the team for an inside look at company strategy and what we can expect to see going forward.
AMT Now Offers Financing
AMT announced the availability of financing services.
Markforged To Go Public!
Markforged is set to become the next $2 billion public 3D printing company.
Creality To Launch New Subsidiary For Specialized 3D Printers?
I’ve learned that Creality is apparently about to open a new subsidiary to market an interesting variation of their 3D printers.