Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
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Halliburton, Schlumberger & Baker Hughes: Record Profits Fueled by 3D Printing Innovations
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi believe there could be increases in additive manufacturing spending by oilfield services.
How Do You Measure the Largest 3D Print Order Ever?
What would be the largest 3D print order in history?
Helio Additive: Voxel-Based Slicing for 3D Printing
Helio Additive has secured a major investment and is on its way to revolutionizing slicing forever.
Easy3D: 3YOURMIND’s Innovative Material Selection Feature
3YOURMIND has introduced a fascinating new feature called Easy3D.
Demystifying FEP: A Guide to Resin 3D Printing’s Crucial Component
Let’s learn all about FEP.
Sculpteo Launches RE-cycleo: A New 3D Print Recycling Program
Sculpteo recently announced a new recycling program for unwanted 3D prints.
Introducing GrabCAD Pro: Streamlining 3D Printing for Manufacturers
Stratasys has announced a significant upgrade for their GrabCAD 3D print job preparation tool.
From War-Torn to High-Tech Hub: Eindhoven’s Rise to Innovation
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the source of many 3D print innovations, Eindhoven.
SPACs Fail 3D Printing Companies: A Closer Look
It turned out that SPACs were not the right way forward for many 3D printing companies.
Mechnano Introduces D’Func to Reinforce Carbon Nanotube Materials
What could be an important development in materials occurred with an announcement from Mechnano.
Wayland Additive Secures Funding to Expand Electron Beam 3D Printing Production
Wayland Additive raises £4.6M to boost their electron beam 3D printing production.
Aukus Pact’s Underwater Innovation: The Power of 3D Printing for Nuclear Submarines
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at submarine production possibilities with 3D printing technology.
Seurat’s Area Printing Technology Secures a Massive Deal with Siemens Energy
Seurat landed a truly massive 3D printing partnership.
UltiMaker Streamlines Branding and Targets Professional and Educational Markets
UltiMaker reveals a new branding strategy following last year’s Ultimaker and MakerBot merger.
Book of the Week: The Entrepreneur’s Guide To Building An Unstoppable Team
This week’s selection is “The Entrepreneur’s Guide To Building An Unstoppable Team” by Kelly Roach.
Fabbaloo at RAPID+TCT 2023: Exploring the Latest 3D Printing Technology
Greetings, additive manufacturing enthusiasts!
AI Meets 3D Scanning: How Scan to 3D Could Transform the 3D Printing Process
I’ve realized there is yet another way to leverage AI for 3D printing that might be easy to do.
Shining 3D Unveils FreeScan Combo: Lightweight Handheld 3D Scanner with Advanced Features
Shining 3D has released a very intriguing new handheld 3D scanner, the FreeScan Combo.
Wohlers Report 2023: Comprehensive Analysis of Additive Manufacturing Industry
Wohlers Associates has issued their annual report on additive manufacturing.
Design of the Week: Stone of Destiny
This week’s selection is the Stone of Destiny by Historical Environment Scotland.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, April 30, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
3D Printing Meets Hemp: A New Frontier in Sustainable Building and Manufacturing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at a unique material for 3D printed construction.
Anycubic Releases the Photon Mono 2, an Upgraded Version of the Photon Mono 4K
Anycubic unveiled the new Photon Mono 2 resin 3D printer.
Introducing the CBAM 25: A High-Speed 3D Printer For Manufacturing
Impossible Objects has announced a new 3D printer, the CBAM 25, which prints at an incredible speed.
MakerVerse: Another Big Player in Manufacturing Network Space
Berlin-based company MakerVerse is making waves in the manufacturing network space.
Lisa Block – “My Heroes Are The Ones Who Get It Done”
Lisa D. Block is the Chief Revenue Officer for Hybrid Manufacturing Technologies Global.
Accelerating the Future: How High-Speed 3D Printers Are Changing the Game
It seems the 3D print world is rapidly shifting to high-speed devices, and this change will significantly impact many aspects of the industry.
3D Spark: Transforming the Manufacturing Process through Intelligent Analysis
3D Spark offers a service that can optimize part production for manufacturers.
Modix Unveils CORE-60 Prototype 3D Printer with CoreXY Design
Modix has introduced a new prototype 3D printer, the CORE-60.
Rethinking Plastic: How 3D Printing and Industry Giants Tackle the Recycling Challenge
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the work being done by several major plastics producers to increase sustainability through 3D printing.
Introducing the Fabbaloo 3D Print Cost Calculator
We’ve developed a simple calculator to help Fabbaloo readers determine the actual cost of 3D prints.
A-Lab: Accelerating Material Discovery for the Future of 3D Printing
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is beginning to impact various aspects of society, and a new development in additive manufacturing—material design—is no exception.
Revolutionary 3D Printing Material Unveiled by University Student
A groundbreaking new 3D printing material has been developed by a university student, opening up a world of possibilities in the industry.
Etsy: Your One-Stop Shop for Virtual Interior Decorators and Unique 3D Printed Home Accessories
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how Etsy has become a kind of “virtual interior designer” via 3D printing.
Swiss Empa Institute Develops Firefighting Drone with 3D Printed Components
A 3D printed drone is able to venture into dangerous fire situations.
Enhancing Manufacturing Automation: AMFG Partners with RapidMade
AMFG recently announced a significant partnership with RapidMade.
Roboze and Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Team Join Forces for 3D Printing Advancements
Roboze powers forward with an intriguing partnership.
Book of the Week: Blender for Dummies
This week’s selection is “Blender for Dummies” by Jason van Gumster.
NoClogger: The Ultimate Tool for Unclogging Your 3D Printer
Have a clog in your FFF 3D printer? The NoClogger might be just what you need.
Makertech 3D Unveils Proforge 4: High-Speed Tool Changing 3D Printer
Makertech 3D has introduced a new professional 3D printer that includes tool changing capability.
GRX-810: A Game-Changing 3D Printable Alloy for Harsh Conditions
Researchers have developed a new metal alloy that is not only 3D printable, but also can withstand very extreme environments.
Design of the Week: RoyBot, a Robot Painter
This week’s selection is the amazing RoyBot robot painter by YouTuber Nerdtronic.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, April 23, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Offshore Wind Energy Boom in New York: How 3D Printing is Making a Difference
Charles Goulding and Mwansa Chabala expect more 3D printed energy systems from GE as a result of increasing demand for electricity.
Stratasys Resists Nano Dimension’s Takeover Bid Amid Shareholder Turmoil
Tensions remain high between Stratasys and Nano Dimension, with more revelations coming to light.
Personalized Gaming Gear: Formify Launches Custom 3D Printed Gaming Mouse
Formify has introduced a new service that allows customers to order customized 3D printed gaming mice tailored to their hand.
Xometry and Forbes Survey Sheds Light on Manufacturing Trends and AI Integration
Xometry recently released the results of a survey conducted in collaboration with Forbes to gain insights into current manufacturing trends.
Streamlining 3D Printing: The Demand for a Standardized Profile System
Could everyone please get together and figure out a way to standardize 3D printer profiles? Please!
LuxCreo Introduces Chairside Dental 3D Printer for Near-Instant Aligners
LuxCreo has announced a breakthrough “chairside” dental 3D printer for near-instant aligners.
SonicLayer 1600: Fabrisonic’s Answer to Affordable Ultrasonic Additive Manufacturing
Fabrisonic has introduced a new hybrid 3D printer that combines ultrasonic 3D printing with CNC milling, called the SonicLayer 1600.
How Danish 3D Printing Innovations Can Restore Ukraine’s Infrastructure
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at ways Danish companies might assist Ukraine using 3D print technology.
Integrated 3D Printed Sensors with Electric Poling Additive Manufacturing
Integrated 3D printed sensors could be coming soon as the result of new research.
Redefining Satellite Design with Markforged 3D Printing Solutions
Markforged 3D printing solutions were used to develop a radically new style of satellite.
Innovating Healthcare: AddUp’s Bold Step into Medical 3D Printing Solutions
AddUp makes a strategic move into the healthcare sector.
Siemens’ Remarkable Turnaround: Stock Market Leader & 3D Printing Pioneer in Europe
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi believe part of Siemen’s recent turnaround could be due to 3D print technology.
Nano Dimension’s Struggle for Stratasys: Court Rulings and Rejected Offers
Two notable events transpired this week in the ongoing corporate battle between Stratasys and Nano Dimension.
A Mixed Bag: 3D Printer Market Landscape and Trends in 2023
3D print analyst firm CONTEXT released a report on the current industry state, and it reveals some interesting trends.
Reviving Air India: Tata Group’s Bold Move with Boeing and Airbus Orders
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the 3D print implications of a major aerospace deal.
Book of the Week: Simplifying 3D Printing with OpenSCAD
This week’s selection is “Simplifying 3D Printing with OpenSCAD” by Colin Dow.
Fabbaloo and Slant 3D Join Forces to Bring 3D Printing News to Video
We’re expanding our reach to video!
Food 3D Printing: Why It’s Not in Our Kitchens Yet
We’ve all wondered about food 3D printing and why we don’t really have it in our kitchens, but there’s more to the story.
Exploring the Future of 3D Printed Batteries for Lunar and Martian Missions
We spoke to a scientist developing 3D printed batteries for future space missions.
3D Printing Cybersecurity Considerations for Healthcare Providers
With the increasing use of 3D printing technology in healthcare comes concerns regarding security.
Design of the Week: Crayola Marker Lid System
This week’s selection is the Crayola Marker Lid System by Thingiverse contributor Chris Prendergast.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, April 16, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Powering Through Layoffs: 3D Printing Success in US Industrial Sector
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi suggest there is industrial success among countless layoffs in the US tech industry.
Navigating the Complexities of Implementing Construction 3D Printing
I recently had a conversation with someone attempting to implement construction 3D printing, and discovered many things.
Introducing the D4200S: The Highest Resolution 3D Printer on the Market
Nano3Dprint announced what is very likely the highest resolution 3D printer on the market, the D4200S.
Advancements in 3D Printed Rockets: Tianbing’s Success and Relativity Space’s Shift
Two key developments in additively manufactured rockets occurred this week, one positive, and the other seemingly negative.
3DQue’s Direct2Print System for Etsy and Shopify Now Available
That didn’t take long: 3DQue released their revolutionary Direct2Print system.
SLM Solutions Partners with DTI to Enhance Metal 3D Printing Technology
The battle for metal 3D printing supremacy continues, with an interesting move from SLM Solutions this week.
Quantica Raises €14M for NovoJet 3D Printing Technology
Quantica has raised a massive €14M in funding to power development of their unique NovoJet 3D printing technology.
Electrochemical Additive Manufacturing: Fabric8Labs Raises $50M for Breakthrough Technology
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine the progress of Fabric8Labs and its ECAM technology.
MIT Researchers Discover Ancient Roman Secret for Durable 3D Printed Concrete
MIT has discovered something interesting about concrete that could affect construction 3D printing.
Bugging Out: Exploring Insect-Based 3D Printing Materials
New research has demonstrated the feasibility of using insects as a 3D printing material.
EOS Unveils Smart Fusion: A Real-Time Breakthrough in Metal 3D Printing
EOS announced a new real-time feature for their metal 3D printers called “Smart Fusion”.
Exploring Affordable 3D Printed Homes: Mighty Buildings and ICON
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at two US companies at the forefront of construction 3D printing.
AI Meets AM: Ivaldi Group Unveils ChatGPT Integration for Manufacturing
After an earlier story today on how AI could penetrate the AM space, a company announced exactly that.
Riding the Wave of AM Progress: Essentium Survey Reveals Industry Adoption
Essentium released the results of their annual survey of manufacturing leaders.
3D Printing Meets Skin Therapy: Sygnis SA and Berger&Kraft Medical’s New Partnership
Sygnis SA and Berger&Kraft medical join forces to bring 3D printing technology to skin therapy applications.
Book of the Week: Futureproof: 9 Rules for Surviving in the Age of AI
This week’s selection is “Futureproof: 9 Rules for Surviving in the Age of AI” by Kevin Roose.
Creality Expands Product Line: New 3D Printers, Laser Engraver, and Footwear Extruder
On the occasion of their ninth anniversary, Creality has announced a number of very interesting new products.
Unlocking Clean Energy Incentives: How 3D Printing Companies Can Benefit
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss new US energy incentives that might benefit 3D printing companies.
Design of the Week: Star Trek Enterprise Observation Lounge
This week’s selection is the Star Trek: The Next Generation Enterprise Observation Lounge by Alan Young.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, April 10, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
How Four Global Giants are Changing the Game with 3D Printing Technologies
Charles R. Goulding and Mwansa Chabalan examine how four EPIC companies move toward sustainability.
Accelerating 3D Printing: How New Firmware is Ushering in a High-Speed Era
Get ready for an avalanche of high speed desktop 3D printers.
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.
New AM Materials Round Up, April 7, 2023
Several new AM materials were announced in past weeks.
HYBRID Software Expands into 3D Printing: An Ambitious Expansion into the 3D Printing World
A development in 3D print software: HYBRID Software has opened a new “internal startup” to focus on 3D software.
The End of an Era? The Future of Easily Upgradeable Desktop 3D Printers
Could desktop 3D printers become less upgradeable in the future?
Medical 3D Printing: Stratasys and CollPlant’s Biocompatible Implant Innovations
Stratasys announced an interesting arrangement with CollPlant Biotechnologies that could lead into a major line of business for the company.
Calibrate Your IDEX 3D Printer with Ease: The Camera Assisted XY Calibration Tool
Calibration is a big issue with FFF and MSLA desktop 3D printers, but here’s a new tool that can help.
Heating Up the Future: 3D Printing’s Role in Tackling the 2023 Plumbing Parts Crisis
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi suggest increased use of 3D printing to alleviate a plumbing parts shortage.