Our team spent last week in Chicago at the annual RAPID+TCT event, where there were approximately 450 exhibitors.
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Maserati GranTurismo Stuns with 3D Printed Interiors at Milan Design Week
The Trident celebrated the newest model with celebrities and a unique use of Stratasys Tech Style technology.
Fabbaloo at RAPID+TCT 2023: Exploring the Latest 3D Printing Technology
Greetings, additive manufacturing enthusiasts!
Get Ready for RAPID + TCT 2023: The Leading Additive Manufacturing Event in North America
One of this year’s premier 3D additive manufacturing events is only weeks away.
ICON’s Initiative 99: A Chance to Transform Construction with 3D Printing
ICON announced something that should have happened a long time ago: an architectural design contest.
Onshape Holds an Online User Conference
Highlights and observations of Onshape Live 23.
America Makes and the AM Coalition: An Update on the CHIPS Bill
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi review a fascinating recent webinar exploring how recent US legislation affects additive manufacturing.
US DOE Announces US$30M in AM-Focused Funding
For the development of materials and manufacturing to lower the costs of large wind turbines.
Join the TIPE 2023 Conference Tomorrow: 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing Conference
Tomorrow is the opening of the TIPE 2023 conference. Are you attending?
Join Us at the TIPE 2023 Conference
Once again we are proud to sponsor the TIPE conference, now in its third iteration.
Don’t Miss Out: Learn from Industry Experts at the TIPE Conference
In its 3rd year, more than 2,000 attendees are anticipated to be part of the free, premier virtual additive manufacturing event of the year!
SmartZavod Takes on a Lifesaving Mission in the Midst of War
A 3D print entrepreneur faces huge challenges in Ukraine, and has launched an important initiative.
What Happened to the Huge 3D Printer Presence at CES?
Who’s going to CES 2023? We’re not.
Shocking Plot to Hide 30kg of Drugs Inside 3D Printers Revealed in Taiwan
3D printer used in smuggling operation.
Creality Sponsors Major E-Sports Event in Brazil
Creality took an unusual step by sponsoring a major E-sports event.
The Use of Additive Manufacturing in Space: an AM Coalition Webinar
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi review a webinar focusing on use of additive manufacturing in space applications.
ICON Begins Massive 3D Printed Construction Project
ICON announced their massive 3D printed construction project to build 100 homes is now underway.
Formnext 2022: Back To Normal… Or Not?
We just completed the epic Formnext exhibition and have some thoughts.
See You At Formnext 2022!
This coming week our team will be at Formnext 2022 in Frankfurt, Germany once again.
AM Evolves as Standard Discipline in Manufacturing at IMTS 2022
Additive manufacturing (AM) is fitting squarely into the bigger manufacturing world, as demonstrated at the IMTS 2022 – The International Manufacturing Technology Show in Chicago, Illinois.
IC3D Printers’ 2022 3D Printed Toys for Tots is Underway
IC3D Printers has launched their annual toy drive, the 2022 3D Printed Toys for Tots campaign.
Formnext Announces Winners of Startup-Up Challenge
Formnext announced the winners of its annual AM startup competition in advance of the November event.
IMTS 2022: What’s New at North America’s Largest Manufacturing Trade Show
Featuring exhibits that range from automation and CNC machining to 3D printing, IMTS is back with a bang.
SPEE3D Achieves 3D Print Naval Milestone
SPEE3D did something very interesting: they 3D printed a metal part on a navy ship.
US Government Changes Rules For 3D Printed Weapons
Legal changes suggest the market for 3D printed weapons may soon shrink in the United States.
Fifty 3D Printer Exhibitors at the 2022 IMTS Chicago Trade Show
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the increasing proportion of 3D printing solutions shown at the bi-annual IMTS show.
Del Vecchio’s Passing and 3D Printed Eyewear
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how one industry changed and enabled a range of 3D printing applications.
AM Opportunities Abound at IMTS 2022
With additive manufacturing evolving so rapidly, it’s challenging to keep track of the latest emerging technologies.
A Walk Through The LulzBot Production Lines
Recently we had the opportunity to tour the LulzBot 3D printer production facility.
Closing the Gap in Funding Additive Manufacturing: It Starts with IMTS
Tech stocks are some of the most popular investments today, but while big dollars are being pumped into consumer technology, there’s a large funding gap in the advanced manufacturing market.
IMTS 2022 – This Year’s Additive Manufacturing Destination
The International Manufacturing Technology Show, IMTS, has become a primary AM destination.
Contribute To The Sanjay Mortimer Foundation This Weekend
A new foundation has been established for engineers that needs your help.
Trends Seen at Rapid+TCT 2022
At last week’s Rapid+TCT event there were clearly a number of themes running through the industry.
We’re Attending RAPID+TCT: Are You?
This coming week we’ll be on the road attending the annual RAPID+TCT show in Detroit.
3D Print Industry Supports Ukraine With Silent Auction
A silent auction set for next week intends on providing direct support to Ukraine.
How Can a 3D Printer Company Persuade New Customers?
To what lengths must a 3D printer manufacturer go in order to convince prospects to become customers?
The Second TIPE Conference Is Coming Soon
TIPE 3D Printing 2022 is set to begin soon, and you should consider attending.
About Habitat For Humanity’s First Partially 3D Printed Home
Habitat for Humanity announced a project in Virginia has used construction 3D printing as part of the home building process.
Controversy at Cults
There’s some trouble brewing at Cults, one of the larger repositories of printable 3D models.
Formnext Angling For US Dominance
With the conclusion of this year’s Formnext conference in Germany, organizers made a startling announcement: they are strongly moving into the US market.
Last Chance To Get In On Our Rapid Fire Interview Day
Wednesday is our Rapid Fire interview day, where any 3D print vendors can chat with us.
Richard Schultz’s Legacy and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the life of designer Richard Schultz.
We’re Not Going To Formnext — But We Still Want To Talk To You
Later this month Formnext 2021 will take place, but unfortunately our team will not be in attendance.
Printlab Partners With Autodesk for Second Design Challenge
Printlab announced a a new assistive technology design challenge.
In-Person at the Canadian Manufacturing Technology Show 2021
The four-day manufacturing technology event featured keynote sessions and exhibits ranging from robotics and machine tools to 3D printers.
FABTECH 2021 Brought 3D Printing Back To The Larger Trade Show Floor
As the manufacturing industry comes together again, digital processes like additive manufacturing are taking up more space.
What Does RAPID + TCT 2021 Signal For In-Person 3D Printing Events?
A successful 2021 edition of North America’s largest industrial 3D printing event has some interesting implications for in-person shows.
The In-Person 3D Printing Products And People Of RAPID + TCT 2021
RAPID + TCT returned to the real world, and so did we with the recommencement of North America’s largest 3D printing event.
3D Printing At The The 2021 Ceramics Expo
The Ceramics Expo returned for 2021, and we were on-site in Cleveland for a look at 3D printing at the in-person event.
What Does A Return To In-Person Industry Events Look Like?
In-person industry events are moving from pandemic wish list item to real-world happenings — but what does that look like in practice?
Additive Manufacturing Is Overcoming High-Impact Challenges: Costs & Acceptance
Additive manufacturing (AM) is relatively young as both a technology and as an industry.
Additive Manufacturing Is Overcoming High-Impact Challenges: Materials & Processes
Additive manufacturing is relatively young as both technology and industry, growing rapidly to overcome hurdles to adoption.
Expanding Workforce Training for 3D Printing
ss various ways in which companies and organizations are providing opportunities for a current and future workforce to foster and fine-tune their 3D printing skillset.
Automania, MoMA and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine how art is influenced by 3D printing through an automotive art show.
It’s RAPID + TCT Time Again!
After a postponement of their 2020 event due to the worldwide pandemic, Rapid+TCT is back again in 2021.
Regeneron ISEF 2021: Behind the Scenes with Two Winners
The award-winning students discuss project applications, inspirations, challenges and insights about the future of STEM events.
ERRF 2021 Cancelled
The East Coast RepRap Festival (“ERRF”) has cancelled their 2021 event.
Lessons From Cimquest’s 2021 Xpand3D Event – Part Two
On May 25 and 26, 2021, Cimquest held its annual Xpand3D event, virtually.
Lessons From Cimquest’s 2021 Xpand3D Event – Part One
On May 25 and 26, 2021, Cimquest held its annual Xpand3D event, virtually.
Planning And Cancellations Both Continue For In-Person 3D Printing Events In 2021
It’s nice to think 2021 means a return to in-person events for the 3D printing industry, but such a return isn’t a linear proposal.
Medical 3D Printing Workshop Needs Assistance
Tashkeel3D, a 3D print startup producing medical components in Gaza has been destroyed.
XPAND 3D 2021: The Cimquest 3D Printing Event
Pre-Covid, one of my favorite 3D printing events has always been the live, multi-day, Cimquest industry event.
Neil Patrick Harris Gets 3D Printing
Actor Neil Patrick Harris started 3D printing this week in a live event.
Watch 3DQue’s Live 1000 Hour 3D Print Endurance Test
3DQue announced they intend on performing a lengthy demonstration of continuous 3D printing of “up to 1000 hours”.
Formnext To Produce “Flexible” In-Person 2021 Event
Formnext revealed more details about their precedent-setting in-person 3D print event this fall.
3D Printing Gets The Celebrity Treatment
A strange thing happened this week with Oprah Winfrey that relates to 3D printing.
AMUG To Host 2021 Conference In Person
I’ve been thinking about AMUG’s decision to host their 2021 event in person only a few months from now.
The 3D Printing Spring 2021 Calendar
With recently announced changes, two major spring 3D printing events are set to take place in person — but not only in the spring.
Sculpteo Needs Your Help
Sculpteo has launched their annual State of 3D Printing survey.
Women in 3D Printing Set To Launch Their First Conference
Only days from now Women in 3D Printing will take a step unimaginable when they started: hosting a massive online conference on 3D printing.
CES Goes Virtual In 2021
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi take a look at this year’s virtual CES.
TCT 3Sixty Now Scheduled For September
Rapid News Group announced their intent to hold the 2021 TCT 3Sixty event over three days this coming September.
Who’s 3D Printing At CES 2021?
CES 2021 is coming up next week, and I wondered if any 3D printing companies are still exhibiting at that event.
How Did 3D Printing’s Largest Event Translate To The Digital?
Now that Formnext 2020 is a wrap, in the digital form of Formnext Connect, we can take a step back and gauge the value of a massive virtual event.
Connecting At Formnext Connect
The biggest event in additive manufacturing looks a bit different this year, as Formnext Connect connects us virtually.
Automated Designs, New Materials, Improved Post-Processing Awarded In Formnext Start-up Challenge 2020
Formnext’s 6th annual Start-up Challenge acknowledges budding additive manufacturing companies for their impressive ideas and innovative developments.
ADDITIV digital World To Bring Together The Additive Manufacturing Community
Next week, 3Dnatives’ ADDITIV digital World event is set to virtually gather expertise in additive manufacturing from NASA to Ford, with plenty of time to network with the industry.
The Future of Additive Manufacturing
An interesting talk at the third episode of the ongoing 3DEXPERIENCE: A Virtual Journey revealed some hints about what may happen in additive manufacturing’s future.
TIPE 3D Printing Conference Paving The Way For New Conversations
The TIPE 3D Printing conference is coming up in January, gearing up to offer the additive manufacturing industry a new resource for expert presentations and networking.
SME’s 2021 Digital Manufacturing Challenge Now Open
SME is sponsoring a major design challenge for students.
3D Printing: A Convention Shoutout
Charles R. Goulding reflects on a high-profile 3D printing shoutout.
Will Physical 3D Printing Conferences Degrade Into Local Events?
I’ve been puzzling over how our team should handle upcoming physical 3D printing events, and came to a realization.
You Could Win $25K Worth of 3D Printing Services
A start-up based in Berkeley, California, polySpectra, is attempting to make better materials for 3D printing.
The 3D Printing Industry Is Working Virtual Networking
With in-person events still virtually a no-go, the 3D printing industry has been going virtual — and it’s perhaps working out better than we might have predicted.
New Trade Show Models And 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding considers the prospect of trade show rethinking for the 3D printing industry.
First In-Person Pandemic-Time 3D Print Trade Show Succeeds
It’s been a while, but it appears the first major 3D print trade show to take place in-person during the 2020 pandemic has succeeded.
Should AMUG Go Digital?
A recent discussion on LinkedIn suggests AMUG, the annual additive manufacturing event, should go to a digital format.
Formnext Announces COVID-19 Protocols For Fall Event
Formnext, the largest 3D printing event worldwide, announced more about how they intend on holding the event this coming November.
IMTS 2020 Cancelled In The Face Of COVID-19
The massive biannual International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) has been cancelled for 2020.
Cad Crowd Announces Winners of COVID-19 Design Contest
3D modeling freelancer site Cad Crowd announced the winners of their COVID-19 Design Contest.
How To Keep In Contact With Your 3D Print Vendor During The Crisis
With the cancellation of countless in-person 3D print events, companies have leveraged technology to keep in contact with clients and prospects in unique ways.
Still A Go: Formnext Planning For November Event
3D printing’s largest event is still planning to go on, in-person, this November.
The Strength Of 3D Printed Electronics Webinar
Charles R. Goulding and Adam Friedman review a recent webinar discussing the 3D printing of electronics.
Not A Surprise: TCT 3Sixty 2020 Cancelled
In a move that could have been predicted, the organizers of TCT 3Sixty 2020 have decided to cancel the upcoming 3D printing event.
Rapid-Fire Wrapup: The 3D Printing Community Is Thriving
Yesterday, Fabbaloo held our Rapid-Fire Interview Day, through which we spoke with three dozen 3D printing industry participants.