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Exploring Friction Stir Additive Manufacturing
Charles R. Goulding and Mwansa Chabala discuss the advantages of friction stir welding technology as it applies to additive manufacturing.
Could 3D Systems Acquire SmileDirectClub?
Could there be an opening for 3D Systems to regain the aligner business?
Ric Fulopâs AM 2.0 Dream Lives On
In the wake of the Stratasys merger shipwreck, Desktop Metal is more confident than ever that it can achieve mass production (and profitability) on its own.
Stratasys’ Strategic Alternatives: Exploring the Post-Merger Landscape
It seems the Stratasys takeover / merger saga has taken a turn.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, October 1, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
3D Printing’s Role in Enhancing Comfortable Hearing Aids for Eyewear
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore EssilorLuxottica’s acquisition of Nuance Hearing and how 3D printing can be a valuable asset for product development.
Race to the Bottom: The Changing Dynamics of the Desktop 3D Printer Market
The race to the bottom is over. Or is it?
voxeljet Initiates Review of Strategic Alternatives: What’s Next for the 3D Printing Company?
voxeljet announced a âReview of Strategic Alternativesâ.
The Ukraine Conflict’s Ripple Effect on Additive Manufacturing
Thereâs a shift in manufacturing happening due to world events, but are we seeing a corresponding change in additive manufacturing?
Integrating 3D Printing into Hot Tub Manufacturing: The Jacuzzi Legacy
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss the history of the Jacuzzi family and how 3D printing can be used for different aspects of hot tubs.
Creality’s New 3D Scanner: The CR-Scan Ferret Pro
Creality launched a new 3D scanner, the curiously named CR-Scan Ferret Pro.
Speculation on the Industrial 3D Printers Deployed in Ukraine
The US has revealed it has provided Ukraine with some type of industrial 3D printers, but what does this mean?
3D Printing’s Role in Revolutionizing the HVAC Industry Amid Rising Temperatures
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how local and federal initiatives are driving air conditioning mandates while creating opportunities for the HVAC and 3D printing industry to innovate and adapt.
Solving the Spare Parts Dilemma: Markforged’s Digital Source Solution
Markforged announced an unusual new service called âDigital Sourceâ.
Trane Technologies Integrates 3D Printing in US Federal Heat Pump Initiative
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss how US federal funding is fueling heat pump innovation, and how Trane, Texas A&M, and Purdue University are leading the way.
Desktop Metal Merger Hangs in the Balance: Stratasys Shareholder Vote Approaches
There have been a number of important developments in the Stratasys acquisition saga this week. Letâs review whatâs going on.
The Role of 3D Printing in the Expansion of Medtech Devices
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how private equity firms are acquiring physician medical practices and how integrating 3D printing technology can enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
TransDigm Can Take Aerospace 3D Printing to New Heights
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss aerospace industry giant TransDigm and how 3D printing can positively impact the business after a recent acquisition.
MX3D Introduces Enormous Robotic 3D Metal Printing Machine
MX3D announced today a new large robotic system for 3D printing metal parts.
3D Printing Giants’ Merger Faces US DOJ Antitrust Examination
The US Department of Justice is looking into Stratasysâ merger activities.
Strategies for Economical Filament Sourcing in 3D Printing Ventures
Are there options for lowering the cost of filament?
Silence Speaks: Stratasys Takeover Saga Enters Stealth Mode
Itâs been a week and the Stratasys takeover news has been noticeably quiet. What does this mean?
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, August 13, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Protolabs Powers Up: Unveiling Massive Expansion to Fuel DMLS 3D Printing Growth
Protolabs announced a very significant expansion.
Upgrading Your Desktop 3D Printer: Is It Time for an Update?
Should you upgrade your desktop 3D printer?
Perspectives on 3D Bioprinting: Conversation with a Brazilian Researcher
Andressa Bonafe and Charles Goulding interview a leading researcher to learn more about the state of bioprinting.
What Will the 3D Printing Industry Look Like in Ten Years?
Consolidation, innovation and the drive toward production-ready additive manufacturing could bring another order-of-magnitude change in the industry over the next decade.
Rethinking Management: Embracing an Additive Approach to Employee Growth
Modern organizations focus on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and maximizing an individual’s short-term output.
Analyzing the Proposed Stratasys-3D Systems Merger: Winners and Losers
Itâs increasingly looking like Stratasys could accept 3D Systemsâ takeover offer. What could this mean if they accept?
How 3D Printing Propelled Medical Device Giants Boston Scientific, Edwards Lifesciences, Stryker, and Medtronic
Charles R. Goulding and Mwansa Chabala look at how four medtech companies leveraged 3D printing to recover after the pandemic.
Running towards Innovation: BjĂžrn Gulden and Adidas’ 3D Printing Strategy
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi propose that the new CEO of Adidas should increase that company’s already notable use of 3D printing.
The Ten Coolest Space Companies Using AM in 2023
We have updated our list from 2020 with some new entries and some surprises. Check out VoxelMatters’ VM Focus Aerospace eBook for the complete Top 20.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, July 9, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Advancing MedTech with 3D Printed Exoskeletons
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi foresee increased use of 3D printing to produce customized medical exoskeletons.
Exploring the Potential of 3D Printing in Kaiser Permanente’s New Venture, Risant Health
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi In April 2023, Kaiser Permanente announced that it would be acquiring Geisinger Health, a 10-hospital system in Pennsylvania, in a strategy to acquire the first of several nonprofit, community-based health systems. This new system would give rise to the entity, Risant Health, which would operate separately and distinctly from… Continue reading Exploring the Potential of 3D Printing in Kaiser Permanente’s New Venture, Risant Health
Behind the Scenes: The Surprising Merger Talks Between 3D Systems and Stratasys
Weâve learned quite a bit more about the âsurpriseâ offer from 3D Systems to merge with Stratasys.Â
Unmasking Nano Dimension’s Latest Press Release: The Push to Acquire Stratasys
Nano Dimension issued an extraordinarily aggressive press release regarding their latest proposal to take over Stratasys.
UltiMaker Software Integration: Unraveling the Future of their Combined Environments
Iâve been wondering how UltiMaker will tie together their software environments, which could be quite interesting.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, June 4, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Marketiger: The Unconventional Path to Success in Full Color 3D Printing Services
Marketiger is an Eindhoven-based 3D print service thatâs taking an unusual path to generate business.
Stratasys and Desktop Metal’s Defense Strategy Against Nano Dimension’s Takeover Bids
There have been a series of important developments in the ongoing Stratasys – Nano Dimension battle.
Shapeways Debuts New Facility in Livonia
Shapeways announced a strategic new facility in Livonia, Michigan, effectively doubling their US manufacturing presence.
Persistent Takeover Attempts: Nano Dimension’s Unending Quest for Stratasys
Unbelievably, Nano Dimension has sent Stratasys yet another takeover offer.
Stratasys To Merge With Desktop Metal
Stratasys announced they are to acquire Desktop Metal.
Martine Rothblatt’s Journey from Sirius to Bioprinting
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi review the concept of 3D printed human organs.
The Dental Dilemma: Why Some Dentists Aren’t Embracing 3D Printing
I found out why some dentists are not embracing 3D printing.
Protolabs Network Expands Capabilities, Boosts Volumes
Higher volume machining along with injection molding and 3D printing are now part of Protolabâs standard offering in an effort to grow market share.
Calculator Test
Testing the calculator 3D Print Job Cost Calculator PRINT WEIGHT (grams): This is the weight of the print, including support material, as reported by your slicing software MATERIAL COST (per kg): This is the price per kg of material. Note that if you purchased less or more than a kilo, calculate the per kg instead… Continue reading Calculator Test
Braskem Launches Xtellar Business for Filaments and Pellets
Xtellar combines current Braskem AM material products with Taulman 3D’s.
SPACs Fail 3D Printing Companies: A Closer Look
It turned out that SPACs were not the right way forward for many 3D printing companies.
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.
Stratasys Resists Nano Dimension’s Takeover Bid Amid Shareholder Turmoil
Tensions remain high between Stratasys and Nano Dimension, with more revelations coming to light.
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.
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.
3D Print Job Cost Calculator
Have you ever wanted to figure out how much a print costs? Or how much you should charge someone for a print? It’s actually quite a complex question. To provide some help, we’ve put together this easy-to-use online calculator. It includes the basic factors that are pretty easy to obtain, and gives you a reasonable… Continue reading 3D Print Job Cost Calculator
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.
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.
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 âinternal startupâ to focus on 3D software.
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.
A Perfect Match: Nexa3D Acquires Addifab to Enhance Injection Molding Capabilitie
Nexa3D has acquired Addifab.
Inside the Stratasys-Nano Dimension Takeover Saga: Rejections, Accusations, and Lawsuits
Stratasys has promptly rejected Nano Dimensionâs latest takeover proposal.
Automating 3D Printing with AI Vision: PrintPal’s PrintWatch System
Thereâs another AI vision option for desktop 3D printers: PrintPalâs PrintWatch.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, April 2, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Disney Purchases Desktop Metal for $25 billion, Escalating the 3D Printing War with Apple
Disney announced today that it has agreed to acquire Desktop Metal, a leader in additive manufacturing solutions, for US$25B in cash and stock.
Is Nano Dimension’s Increased Offer Adequate to Acquire Stratasys?
Nano Dimension has upped their offer to buy Stratasys, but is it enough?
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, March 26, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Nano Dimension’s CEO Takes Aim at Stratasys with Unconventional Daily Videos
The CEO of Nano Dimension is publishing daily videos talking about their proposed Stratasys acquisition.
Surprise Announcement: Nexa3D Acquires XYZprinting’s SLS 3D Print Business
In a surprise announcement, Nexa3D revealed they have acquired XYZprintingâs SLS 3D print business.
Book of the Week: 3D Printing with SketchUp
This weekâs selection is â3D Printing with SketchUpâ by Aaron Dietzen.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, March 19, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Nano Dimension Makes $1.1B Offer for Stratasys; Critics Call it a Last-Ditch Effort
The offer represents a 36 percent premium to current share prices, but highlights ongoing internal turmoil from shareholders accusing Nano Dimension of mismanagement.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, March 12, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Streamlining Operations: 3D Systems Announces Major Restructuring Program
3D Systems announced a major restructuring program.
Iceland’s Curio: Utilizing 3D Printing for Fish-Processing Machinery
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the increasing widespread use of 3D print technology.
Combining Robots and 3D Printing to Fuel Growing Restaurant Automation
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi review recent examples of restaurants leveraging 3D printing robotics to provide automation.
3D Systems’ Revolutionary Regenerative Tissue Program: A Step towards 3D Printed Organs?
3D Systems announced a broad new program to 3D print human tissue.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, February 19, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Combating Cancer: Exploring the Potential of HP, Varian and Adaptiiv’s 3D Print Collaboration
Charles Goulding and Andressa Bonafe examine a powerful combination of technologies to advance cancer treatments.
Flying Tiger Copenhagen: Reducing Plastic Usage with the q3d Lamp
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at a new toy 3D printer.
Taking Advantage of 3D Printing for Enhanced Elective Surgeries During the Coronavirus Pandemic
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at opportunities for 3D printing technology in healthcare.
Desktop Metal Slashes Costs with Layoffs and Facility Consolidation
Desktop Metal announced another massive series of layoffs and facility closures.
How Can Regal Rexnord Benefit from 3D Printing Technology?
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how Regal Rexnord could leverage 3D print technology.
How 3D Printing is Helping the Medtech Industry Overcome Supply Chain Challenges
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the surge in medical 3D prints after the pandemic.
Can Your 3D Printed Artwork Last 52,000 Years?
Researchers have analyzed the long-term durability of the most commonly 3D printed materials, PLA and ABS.
What to Expect from 3D Printing in 2023: Charles R. Goulding and Valentina Alzate’s Predictions
Charles R. Goulding and Valentina Alzate have some thoughts about what might transpire in the world of 3D printing in 2023.
Exploring the Role of 3D Printing and Robotics in Japan’s Manufacturing Industry
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the incredible developments in 3D printing and robotics that have taken place in Japan.
2022: A Look At The Top 10 3D Printing Developments
Charles R. Goulding and Valentina Alzate countdown their top ten 3D print developments for 2022.
BP, ExxonMobil & Shell Investing in Biogas Production Powered by 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Matthew Selman look at usage of 3D printing by several major oil & gas companies.
Multinational US$1T Asset Manager: Blackstone & 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Matthew Selman examine the growing use of 3D print tech in Blackstone’s new acquisition.
Lithoz Demonstrates The Need For Multiple Machine Styles
One 3D printer does not fill all application needs, and thatâs demonstrated by Lithoz’s product set.
The Sugar Lab Returns: 3D Printed Food Incoming
After nine years, The Sugar Lab is back with its original founders.
Electric Bike Popularity Booms Globally and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi suggest 3D printing technology could be used to assist the burgeoning e-bike industry.