I saw a huge metal 3D printer that apparently only prints shoes.
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Stanley Black & Decker and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how Stanley Black & Decker have made use of Desktop Metal’s new 3D print technology.
Salmon and 3D Printing: Catching On to the Trend
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at several startup companies developing ways to 3D print salmon meat.
3D Printing Cremation Urns
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the new practice of 3D printing cremation urns for the deceased.
SPEE3D Looking At Marine 3D Print Applications
I spoke with SPEE3D’s CEO Byron Kennedy to learn more about the company’s intentions.
3D Printed Cars… It’s Happening
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at recent progress in 3D printing automobiles.
Drone Wars and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding & Harry Foxman consider potential use of 3D print technology for military drone manufacturing.
L’Oréal Leads Beauty Industry Makeover with 3D Printing
Charles Goulding and Andressa Bonafe examine the incredible and growing use of 3D printing at beauty giant L’Oréal.
Electric Lawn Mowers and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi believe lawn mower manufacturers should use more 3D print technology.
3D Printed Digital Inventory Gets Real in Oil & Gas
News from Spare Parts 3D reveals interesting results from a digital inventory move.
XJET Produces First Completely Ceramic Piston
An automotive company has used XJET’s NPJ technology to produce a high performance engine piston made entirely from ceramic material.
Arevo Moves Into E-Bikes
Arevo announced yet another project for their continuous carbon fiber 3D print system: E-Bikes.
Nearshoring e Impresión 3D: Una Combinación Prometedora Para La Economía Mexicana
Charles R. Goulding y Andressa Bonafe examinan los últimos desarrollos en la fabricación aditiva en México.
Nearshoring and 3D Printing: a Promising Combination for the Mexican Economy
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe examine the latest developments in additive manufacturing in Mexico.
Ukraine Army 3D Prints Adhoc Battlefield Weapons
It seems that the Ukraine army is using commonly available tools to create highly effective weapons, including 3D printing.
Lincoln Electric: Welding and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Ryan Donley examine how a welding company has adopted 3D printing technology.
The Wematter Gravity 3D Printer’s New Application
Wematter announced a new client that could prove to be a profitable avenue for future sales.
Sweden: Defense Budget Increases and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding & Ryan Donley look at potential military use of 3D printing in Sweden.
3D Printed Copper Rocket Engine Tested Successfully
Launcher has successfully tested a unique 3D printed copper rocket engine.
African 3D Printing Grows
Aside from Antarctica, Africa might be the continent with the least amount of 3D printing activity, but that’s changing.
Denmark: Defense Budget Increases and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding & Ryan Donley look at Denmark’s increased use of 3D printing in the military sector.
Could Bootleg Collectibles be a New 3D Print Application?
A maker seems to have invented a new form of 3D print application: Bootleg Collectibles.
COBOD Firms Up 3D Printed Wind Turbine Strategy With GE Deal
COBOD’s wind turbine printing concept received a massive boost from a deal with GE Renewable Energy.
Norway: 3D Printing for Defense, Shipping, Oil and Gas
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at recent developments in 3D printing in Norway.
Poland: Over 2.5 Million Refugees and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Lara Tomiko look at the need for Poland to unleash some of its 3D printing capacity due to recent events.
Germany: Defense Industry Revival and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding & Ryan Donley examine the recent change in defense strategy in Germany.
Will New US Policies on “Ghost Guns” Affect 3D Printing?
The Biden administration announced a series of new policies related to “ghost guns” that might affect 3D printing.
3D Printing Potential at UR Medicine Orthopaedic Center
Charles R. Goulding and Warren Buzzell Jr. look at how orthopaedic treatments are being served by 3D print technology.
Cricket Expansion and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine how 3D printing is gradually being used in the sport of Cricket.
3D Printed Organs For The Dead
Medical authorities in Taiwan have begun 3D printing “replacement” organs for deceased individuals.
150 ATV Retailers vs Polaris and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding & Ryan Donley look at the supply chain challenges of Polaris, and how 3D printing could help.
Mantle Demonstrates Metal Paste Capabilities
Mantle has performed several projects to demonstrate the viability of their unusual paste 3D printing system.
3D Printing and the Overhead Garage Door Shortage
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi propose a 3D printing solution to the garage door supply chain problem.
HVAC Production, Repairs, and the Impact of 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Randall Rothbort look at the use of 3D printing HVAC equipment manufacturers.
Packaging Disruption and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at HP’s interest in the packaging industry.
Buying a New or Vintage Car? How 3D Printing Can Help You Make a Choice
If you’re in the market for a vehicle, you’ve got a big decision ahead of you
BorgWarner’s 3D Printed Auto Parts Production
Charles R. Goulding reviews BorgWarner’s forays into 3D print technology.
Another 3D Printed Consumer Product: Osprey Packs
Carbon’s DLS 3D printing technology has made its way into another front-line consumer product.
Boeing’s Flying Taxi Investment and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the development of “flying cars” and how it could benefit 3D printing.
Opening Pakistan and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the recent increase in 3D printing taking place in Pakistan.
Signify and 3D Printed Luminaires for Circular Economies in India and Europe
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at 3D printed lighting initiatives.
The U.S. Army and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how 3D printing technology has affected military supply chains.
ICON Unveils 3D Printed “House Zero”
Construction 3D printer manufacturer ICON revealed a prototype 3D printed house design they call “House Zero”.
Lucite and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the use of Lucite and similar materials in industry and 3D printing.
Naked Orthopedics and 3D Printed Fingers
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at a unique use of 3D printing for prosthetics.
Bell Helicopters and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how Bell have used a variety of 3D printing technologies and services to make parts for their helicopters.
LVMH and 3D Printing in the Luxury Industry
Charles R. Goulding & Andressa Bonafe look at the use of 3D printing technology in the high-end fashion industry.
OECHSLER is 3D Printing The Way Manufacturers Should
There are many companies now using additive manufacturing approaches, but OECHSLER seems to be doing so successfully by leveraging all the benefits.
Hawkeye, Archery, and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how media has stimulated the use of 3D printing for the sport of archery.
New Residential Plant Appliance and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how interest in home gardening has increased could generate more 3D printing activity.
HP Enters the Bottle Business
HP announced a strategic acquisition that effectively puts them in the bottle-making business.
Flooring, Tiling, and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how 3D printing might affect the flooring market.
Gucci and 3D Printing in Italy
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at recent high-profile 3D printing activity in Italy.
Global Drone Reforestation and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding & Andressa Bonafe propose using 3D printing to increase the ability of drones to perform reforestation activities.
Formlabs Focusing On Automotive Applications?
Formlabs announced today a partnership with an automotive company, and this has some interesting implications for the 3D printer manufacturer.
Australia’s Blackhawk Helicopter Purchase and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine how the U.S. military is using digital twins for helicopter development.
Growth of Liquefied Natural Gas Markets
Charles R. Goulding and Joseph Castine examine how advanced 3D printed compressors could change shipping.
Ford’s Investment in Rivian and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Randall Rothbort examine how Rivian’s use of 3D printing may influence other manufacturers, like Ford.
Lippert, the Boat and RV Replacement Parts Business, and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how Lippert Components is using 3D printing.
IKEA Now Offering Custom 3D Printed Decorations
IKEA has quietly introduced a pair of 3D printed designs in their online store.
ADT Engineering Lab, Solar, Smart Homes and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Randall Rothbort look at how ADT’s Engineering Lab could make use of 3D printing technology.
Every Special Needs Dog Can Have A Wonderful Life With 3D Printing
Dogs with special needs are incredibly adaptable, in spite of their limitations.
Westminster Tool: A Case Study in 3D Printing Innovation for Molding and Tooling
Charles R. Goulding and Randall Rothbort look at how a manufacturer entered the world of metal 3D printing.
COBOD Announces Massive Construction 3D Printing Project
Denmark-based COBOD announced a deal to 3D print dozens of homes in Kenya.
Restoring Porcelain Artifacts Using 3D Printing
Researchers at Fraunhofer IKTS have developed a method for restoring broken porcelain items.
Legal, 3D Printed Coins Produced
A Slovakian 3D print service has produced silver coins that are actually legal tender.
3D Printed Suicide Pod Approved
A highly unusual application for 3D printing was approved for use by authorities in Switzerland.
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.
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.
Soap, Coronavirus and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine the notion of 3D printing soap.
US Navy Contract Boosts MatterHackers, Ultimaker
The US Navy awarded a huge contract for 3D printing equipment to MattHackers and Ultimaker.
Pickleball Rise in Popularity and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Ryan Donley examine how 3D printing could be used in pickleball.
Arevo Gets Into The 3D Printed Furniture Business
Arevo announced a new product to be made with their continuous carbon fiber system: furniture
Slip-On Sneakers and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at developments in 3D printed footwear.
MX3D 3D Prints a Very Special Part
MX3D produced a large metal part that opens a path for a very intriguing future.
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.
Redwire Partners With Blue Origin for Space Manufacturing
Blue Origin announced plans for a new space station, but the plan also includes a 3D printing system.
Zortrax Hitches a Ride on WoodSat
A 3D printed electrical circuit by Zortrax is set to take off on a unique wooden satellite.
The Australian Submarine Contract and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how 3D printing could play a role in a major submarine deal.
Porsche To Offer 3D Printed Seats
Porsche announced they intend to offer 3D printed seats for certain models beginning in February.
Telemedicine Drives 3D Printed Medical Devices
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at an example of how 3D printing technology changed telemedicine during the pandemic.
3D Printing and Garage Makeovers
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how 3D printing should become a key feature in residential garage conversions.
Bone 3D’s Hospifactory Could be a Massive Boost to Stratasys
An initiative in France has partnered with Stratasys on a potentially massive 3D printing network.
WASP Introduces a New 3D Print Industrial Application: Clay Modeling
WASP has partnered with Honda to develop a new process using 3D printed clay.
Divergent’s Purchase of More SLM NXG XII Equipment Indicates an Industry Change
SLM Solutions announced a blockbuster sale of their flagship NXG XII 600 to Divergent, and there are implications.
The Largest 3D Printer: Company Buys One More
It is certainly a milestone if you’ve purchased the largest 3D printer on the market, but what if you bought another?
Continuous Carbon Fiber 3D Prints For Space Applications?
I’m looking at a new project by Anisoprint where parts for a proposed lunar rover were produced.
Another 3D Print Application: Catalysts
Researchers have identified another area of application for 3D printing: catalysts.
World’s First 3D Printed Sailboat Made From Recycled Material
Two Italian companies have partnered to produce the world’s first 3D printed sailboat.
Huge Concrete Bicycle Bridge 3D Printed In The Netherlands
A large concrete bridge has been successfully 3D printed in the Dutch city of Nijmegen.
Boston Scientific’s 2021 Mergers & Acquisitions and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how Boston Scientific has been using 3D printing in the med-tech sector.
Marcolin: Making a Spectacle with 3D Printed Eyewear
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at eyewear companies leveraging 3D printing for fashion products.
MX3D 3D Prints Prototype Lunar Habitat Floor
MX3D has 3D printed a prototype metal lunar habitat floor for ESA.
3D Printing Plumbing Parts and Components
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the possibilities when using 3D printing for plumbing applications.