No, they’re not shutting down; rather they are expanding by now offering a new hi-res black color for your 3D prints. The busy 3D print service has added this new color just in time for the Halloween object printing season. (Side note: is there a “halloween printing season”? Hmm.) According to the press release: Black… Continue reading Shapeways Goes Dark
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Shapeways Gets Wired
Wired Magazine’s GeekDad blog reviewed the Shapeways 3D printing service. We’ve covered them before, and found Shapeways to have very interesting characteristics, ranging from their business model to their extremely easy-to-use friendly interface. By and large Wired agrees, but they did identify three key disadvantages of Shapeways (or similar services): It’s expensive. The cost per… Continue reading Shapeways Gets Wired
Shapeways Creator Launched
Last week Shapeways, one of the newest and most interesting consumer-oriented 3D print services, launched a new beta of their user-friendly “Shapeways Creator” software. It is their answer to the difficult question of enabling laymen to design their own 3D objects without having to learn complex 3D software (which Shapeways also accepts, if you… Continue reading Shapeways Creator Launched
Shapeways Gets Bent
Shapeways, the latest consumer-oriented 3D printing service that’s making a huge splash across the internet, slipped in an announcement last month about a new print media: “White Strong & Flexible”. This unusual material enables designers to make objects that bend! The example shown above illustrates the possibilities. While most printing services do not… Continue reading Shapeways Gets Bent
An Invitation to Shapeways
Shapeways is a 3D printing service we’ve talked about before. We’ve covered many print services in the past, and the reality is that they are all operations focused around a fleet of 3D printers that must be kept busy. So what’s the difference between them? We think it’s the choice of audience and… Continue reading An Invitation to Shapeways
Shapeways Taking Shape
We caught a brief mention of a new 3D service start-up company: Shapeways. While they are not yet open to the public, they are soliciting for beta signups. (Yes, we’ve applied!) We can’t yet see how their system works yet, but indications show a fairly straightforward process: make your own model; export; upload to Shapeways;… Continue reading Shapeways Taking Shape
What to Expect at the 8th Annual Additive Manufacturing Strategies Conference
This coming week I’ll be attending the Additive Manufacturing Strategies conference in New York.
End-of-Year Reflections: Rising Competition, Quality Standards, and Accessibility
My goodness, it’s the end of the year once again, and time for some reflection on the state of 3D printing.
Why Investors Lost Faith in the 3D Printing Industry: A Look at Market Declines
They say investors have soured on the 3D print industry, but why exactly is that?
2024: The Year 3D Printing Transformed Industries Amid Global Upheaval
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi reveal how 3D printing technology surged forward, reshaping defense, healthcare, and other sectors despite global economic pressures.
Design of the Week: Stereographic Projection
This week’s selection is the Stereographic Projection by mathematician Henry Segerman.
3D Printing and the Bankruptcy Boom: Preparing for Unforeseen Challenges in 2024
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi analyze the recent surge in US business bankruptcies in 2024, revealing its significant ripple effects on industries like restaurants, dentistry, and 3D printing, and urging companies to stay vigilant in these unpredictable times.
Velo3D’s Significant Valuation Drop: What’s Next for the Metal 3D Printer Manufacturer?
Several publicly traded companies have undergone significant valuation losses over the past year, and one of them is Velo3D.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, July 14, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, July 7, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, June 30, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, Jun 23, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, June 16, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, June 9, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, June 2, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, May 26, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Alternatives to Thingiverse, 2024 Edition
There are many online sources for printable 3D content, but where are they?
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, May 12, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, May 5, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, April 28, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
3D Printing FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions We’ve been working with 3D printing for many years, and over that time we’ve received many questions from those interested in the technology. These questions tend to fall in similar patterns, so we’ve collected the most popular questions about 3D printing in one place for you. How Does 3D Printing Work? How… Continue reading 3D Printing FAQs
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, April 21, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Researchers Explore the Cost and Benefits of Manufacturing as a Service
A new paper explores the idea of Manufacturing as a Service (MaaS).
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, April 14, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, April 7, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, March 31, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, March 24, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, March 17, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, March 10, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, March 3, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, February 25, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, February 18, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, February 11, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, February 4, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, January 28, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, January 21, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Predicting Potential 3D Printing Mergers and Acquisitions
It’s early in 2024, but later this year we will see a number of corporate collisions in the 3D print industry. What could happen?
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, January 14, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, January 7, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, December 31, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, December 24, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, December 17, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, December 10, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, December 3, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, November 26, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, November 19, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, November 12, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, November 5, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
BASF Reports Separate 3D Printing Business Results
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss BASF’s disclosure of strong sales results for it 3D printing business unit, Forward AM.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, October 29, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, October 22, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, October 15, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, October 8, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
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.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, September 24, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, September 10, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, September 3, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, August 27, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, August 20, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Cubee’s Innovative Twist: Introducing the First ‘Record Label’ for 3D Designers
I’m reading an unusual press release from Cubee where they announce the first “Record Label” for 3D Designers.
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.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, August 6, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, July 30, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, July 23, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
What Can AI Really Do for 3D Printing?
An in-depth look at how ChatGPT and other LLMs are impacting the additive manufacturing landscape.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, July 16, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
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.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, July 2, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, June 25, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, June 18, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, June 11, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
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.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, May 28, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, May 21st, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, May 14, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
AM-Flow Demonstrates Game-Changing Bagging System for 3D Print Factories
AM-Flow showcased an intriguing bagging system for 3D printed parts.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, May 7, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
SPACs Fail 3D Printing Companies: A Closer Look
It turned out that SPACs were not the right way forward for many 3D printing companies.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, March 5, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, February 26, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
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.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, February 12, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.