Charles Goulding and Joseph Castine look at how 3D printing technology might alleviate some of the current construction procurement challenges.
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We All Lose Sanjay Mortimer
Terrible news from the UK today: Sanjay Mortimer, the founder of E3D-Online, has passed away.
Hands On With The Voxelab Aries 3D Printer, Part 2
Our look at the new Voxelab Aries desktop 3D printer continues with the setup and operation.
Hands On With The Voxelab Aries 3D Printer, Part 1
Our test lab has been quite busy lately. This time we reviewed the Voxelab Aries desktop 3D printer.
Seattle Tech and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at reasons 3D printing companies should be in Seattle.
A Chat With BCN3D’s David Martinez
I spoke with BCN3D’s Dave Martinez to find out the latest from the Spanish 3D printer manufacturer.
van der Geest Developing New Color 3D Printing Concept: The Double i3
Aad van der Geest is working on a new concept called “Double i3” that should be able to 3D print in full color.
STEELTEK’s Green 3D Printer Spools
A Polish startup has developed an eco-friendly spool for 3D print material.
Mimaki Pushes Forward with Full Color 3D Printing
I had a chat with the folks from Mimaki, makers of a line full color 3D printers.
A Basketful of Product Announcements From 3D Systems
Industry leader 3D Systems announced a number of new products, services and partnerships to beef up their industrial capabilities.
Shining 3D Announces New Resin 3D Printer and 3D Scanner
Shining 3D announced a new professional desktop resin 3D printer, the AccuFab-L4K, and a new 3D scanner, the Transcan C.
Design of the Week: Massive Articulated Dragon
This week’s selection is the enormous Articulated Dragon by Cults contributor MCGYBEER and printed to scale by Metalhead Printing.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, November 28, 2021
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Higher Oil and Gas Prices and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the usage of 3D printing technology by the oil and gas industry.
Redefine Meat Launches in Europe
Redefine Meat launched their 3D printed alt-meat products in several European companies.
Why 3D Printing Needs To Meet Machine Learning
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing countless industries, and its machine learning capabilities are capable of transforming additive manufacturing as well.
An Update From Roboze
I spoke with Roboze CEO Alessio Lorusso recently and found out the current state of the Italian manufacturer of high-temperature 3D printers.
3DGence Announces New Line of Metal 3D Printers
3DGence announced the “ELEMENT” series of metal 3D printers to accompany their INDUSTRY thermoplastic series.
What is 3D Systems Doing With Half a Billion?
Last week 3D Systems announced closing a deal to gain US$460M in a convertible notes arrangement, but what are they doing with that cash?
Desenvolvimentos da Impressão 3D na Petrobras
Charles Goulding e Andressa Bonafe examinam a tecnologia de impressão 3D na Petrobras no Brasil.
3D Printing Developments at Brazil’s Petrobras
Charles Goulding and Andressa Bonafe examine 3D printing technology at Petrobras in Brazil.
Digital Metal Moves Toward Production
Digital Metal announced a new “digital platform interface” that should allow their equipment to be used for major production applications.
Hands On With The HALOT-ONE 3D Printer, Part 2
We were able to do a detailed test of Creality’s new HALOT-ONE resin 3D printer.
Hands On With The HALOT-ONE 3D Printer, Part 1
We took a close look at the HALOT-ONE desktop 3D printer.
Levi Strauss, the Supply Chain, and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Harry Foxman look at how the pandemic could encourage fashion makers to use more 3D printing technology.
So Many Thought’s On Prusa’s New XL 3D Printer
Last week Prusa Research unveiled their new Original Prusa XL large format 3D printer, and there are a number of interesting implications.
3MF Adds “Volumetric” Extension
The 3MF Consortium announced a new extension they call “Volumetric”.
DyeMansion’s New Black Line
Dyemansion introduced a new “Black Line” for 3D print coloring.
BigRep Updates Flagship 3D Printers
BigRep announced new versions of their flagship 3D printers, the BigRep ONE and BigRep Pro.
Essentium Survey Shows “Additive Manufacturing Is Here To Stay”
Results of a new industry survey were released by Essentium, and they show a very strong trend towards AM.
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.
Design of the Week: Life Size Horse Head
This week’s selection is the Life Size Horse Head by Reddit contributor thepyrodex.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, November 21, 2021
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Soap, Coronavirus and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine the notion of 3D printing soap.
New AM Materials Round Up, November 19, 2021
Several new AM materials were announced in the past week.
It’s All About The Unit Cost: AMT’s New SF Series
AMT introduced a new line of highly advanced post processing devices for additive manufacturers, the SF Series.
ASTM Buys Wohlers
An unusual acquisition has taken place at ASTM.
Prusa Unveils Shocking XL 3D Printer
Prusa Research has been hinting about a mysterious “XL” desktop 3D printer, and suddenly released many details about the device.
“Squid Game” and 3D Printed Toys
Charles R. Goulding and Mindy Zhu look at how 3D printing could capitalize on the Squid Game craze.
Stratasys Pushes SAF Further Into Manufacturing
Stratasys announced new software tools to enable more use of their SAF technology in manufacturing.
It’s All About Customization With Additive Manufacturing
The business case for using additive manufacturing has always been challenging for many industries, but now things are becoming much clearer.
Additive Industries Introduces the MetalFABG2
It’s not often Additive Industries announces a new platform, but they did this week.
The Cybersecurity Manufacturing Innovation Institute and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the relationship between cybersecurity and additive manufacturing.
Carbon To Release Design Engine For Everyone
Carbon announced a major move in the software market: they will provide licenses to use their powerful Design Engine tool for anyone, even if they are not a Carbon customer.
Quantica Launches Advanced Multimaterial 3D Print Technology
Quantica announced the T1 Pro 3D printer, which uses a new technology to enable printing of materials previously impossible to achieve.
Nexa3D Announces High Speed Desktop 3D Printer: The XiP
Nexa3D announced the XiP, a 3D printer that is the first for the company in the desktop market.
Raise3D’s RMF500 Targets Production AM
Raise3D announced the RMF500 today, a large-format device targeted at production applications.
US Navy Contract Boosts MatterHackers, Ultimaker
The US Navy awarded a huge contract for 3D printing equipment to MattHackers and Ultimaker.
Prusa Acquires Trilab and Moves Into Industrial 3D Printing
Prusa Research and Trilab executives celebrate the acquisition [Source: Prusa Research]
Design of the Week: Pomodoro Tomato
This week’s selection is the Pomodoro Tomato by Instructables contributor prusteen.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, November 14, 2021
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Recent 3D Printed Glass Innovations and Advances in 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Mindy Zhu look at various projects attempting to create 3D printed glass objects.
New AM Materials Round Up, November 12, 2021
Several new AM materials were announced in the past week.
BOFA Publishes Paper on 3D Print Emissions and Safety
BOFA International published a paper analyzing the issues surrounding emissions from active 3D printers.
BOFA Makes a Move into High Temperature 3D Printing
BOFA announced a new device specifically designed for high temperature 3D printing.
BigRep Partners With Teton Simulation for SmartSlice Integration
BigRep announced an important collaboration with Teton Simulation.
Pickleball Rise in Popularity and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Ryan Donley examine how 3D printing could be used in pickleball.
Alternatives to Thingiverse, 2021 Edition
There are many online sources for printable 3D content, but where are they?
MakerGear’s New Micro Kit for Kids
MakerGear announced a very different kind of 3D printer for students, the Micro 3D Printer Kit.
Sinterit’s New Compact Lisa X SLS 3D Printer
Sinterit announced a new SLS 3D printer, the Lisa X.
Texas A&M University and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the use of 3D printing by Texas A&M students.
Formlabs Partners With Greenlight Guru For High Quality Product Development
Formlabs announced a very unusual partnership that could lead to dramatically increased quality on all of their equipment.
Electrolux Purchases Unified Brands and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the possibility of using digital inventory after an acquisition.
Construction 3D Printing Taking Off?
For many years, construction 3D printing has been mostly experimental or demonstrative. Now, that may be changing.
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.
Mosaic Manufacturing Ships Palette 3 and Palette 3 Pro
Mosaic Manufacturing announced they’re now shipping their latest hardware, the Palette 3 and Palette 3 Pro.
Design of the Week: Bubble Glider
This week’s selection is the Bubble Glider by the folks at ViralVideoLab.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, November 7, 2021
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Richard Schultz’s Legacy and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the life of designer Richard Schultz.
One on One With Ian Howe of Additive Industries
I had the chance to speak with Additive Industries’ new CEO, Ian Howe.
New AM Materials Round Up, November 5, 2021
Several new AM materials were announced in the past week.
Modix Adds Multiple New Features
Modix announced a series of convenience and functional features for their line of 3D printers
Arevo Gets Into The 3D Printed Furniture Business
Arevo announced a new product to be made with their continuous carbon fiber system: furniture
Nano Dimension Makes Highly Strategic Acquisition
Nano Dimension announced the acquisition of Essemtec AG, in a deal that could change 3D printed electronics forever.
Slip-On Sneakers and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at developments in 3D printed footwear.
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.
MX3D 3D Prints a Very Special Part
MX3D produced a large metal part that opens a path for a very intriguing future.
How 3D Printing Can Benefit Your Family’s Home Comfort
3D printing innovations have had a positive impact on so many different industries.
Six Connecticut Manufacturers Receive Grants for 3D Printing Operations
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at six companies receiving grants for their contribution to industry.
H3X Uses 3D Printing To Build Extraordinary Electric Motor
A startup company has leveraged copper 3D printing technology to produce a much more powerful electric engine.
Autodesk Fusion 360 Now Includes Embedded Assistance
Autodesk announced a new feature to assist designers using the Fusion 360 CAD system.
Printlab Partners With Autodesk for Second Design Challenge
Printlab announced a a new assistive technology design challenge.
The Promise of EHLA 3D Printing to Create — And Destroy
Researchers at Fraunhofer ILT have developed a revolutionary method of 3D printing metal.
Sindoh’s Line of 3D Printers is Now Quite Broad
One of the more interesting but less well-known 3D printer manufactures is Sindoh.
3D Systems To 3D Print Human Organs After Major Acquisition
3D Systems announced the acquisition of Volumetric Biotechnologies, solidifying their healthcare strategy.
Design of the Week: Web Wallet
This week’s selection is the Web Wallet by Craig Brice of Tessallation Studio.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, October 31, 2021
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
The Century of Biology, ESG Investing, and the Influence of 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Arianna Coger examine the relationship between increased interest in ESG and additive manufacturing.
Stratasys Beefs Up GrabCAD To Factory Scale
Stratasys announced sweeping upgrades to their GrabCAD software tool, specifically for managing fleets of 3D printers.
Study Demonstrates Additive Manufacturing Could Be More Sustainable Than Conventional Manufacturing
EOS and one of their clients commissioned a study to determine the sustainability of their AM lifecycle
AMT Secures Major Funding
AMT scored a huge US$15M Series B financing round.
Essentium Announces Compact Industrial 3D Printer
Essentium announced the new HSE 240 HT 3D printer.
voxeljet Client Enables Digital Inventory Approach
voxeljet announced the first beta client for their VX1000 HSS system.
ICON Lands Deal for 100 3D Printed Homes
ICON announced a deal with Lennar to produce 100 3D printed homes.
ARK Moves to St. Pete Innovation District and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine the implications of an investment firm’s unusual relocation.