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Interesting Features in 3DWOX Desktop
Iāve been exploring the latest version of 3DWOX Desktop and bumped into some interesting features.
Fortify and DSM to Develop High-Performance Composites
Fortify and DSM are developing high-performance composite 3D printing materials for structural parts.
Another Look at Desktop Metal’s Upcoming Fab Flow System
We had a deeper tour of Desktop Metalās amazing Fab Flow tool.
At Last: The End of STL Is In Sight
There have been a few developments recently that have brought me to the view that STL file format will slide away quietly.
3D Printing with SOLIDWORKS: A Chat with Execs, Part Two
I sat down with execs from SOLIDWORKS to chat about 3D printing and the popular CAD software.
Open Source Aids: Text to Braille Converter
Lumi Industriesā Text to Braille Converter is a heartening use of open source software.
Dassault SystĆØmes’ Two Prong Strategy
At SOLIDWORKS WORLD 2019 we had the chance to learn more about Dassault SystĆØmesā software strategy.
The Method of User-First 3D Printing
The hype of 3D printing focused on the vision; now itās time to focus on the user and the product.
Pathio: A New 3D Print Slicer
The folks at E3D-Online announced a new 3D print slicer system, Pathio.
Whatās New In SOLIDWORKS 2019?
At SOLIDWORKS World 2019, we had to find out whatās new in SOLIDWORKS, didnāt we?
The Correct Way To Achieve Zero Emission 3D Prints
Iām quite impressed with Rizeās approach to dealing with 3D printer emissions, and itās not anything you might expect.
The Strategy of Strategic 3D Printing Investment
Dassault SystemƩs has invested in Rize, and the implications are intriguing.
Practical New Feature in 3DXpert
It seems that 3D Systemsā latest version of 3DXpert has an incredible build simulation feature.
The Importance of ISO:9001 in 3D Printing
What does it mean that Ultimaker and Sculpteo ā presently two of the better-known names in 3D printing ā have both recently achieved ISO:9001 certifications?
SOLIDWORKS World 2019 Live from Dallas: Day One
Team Fabbaloo is in Texas this week for SOLIDWORKS World.
The Deep Implications Of UL2904 On 3D Printing
UL finally published its standards on 3D print safety, and there are definitely going to be implications.
More On Simplify3D’s Upcoming V5
After our recent story on Simplify3Dās upgrade plans, we received some additional clarifications from the company.
Simplify3D 5.0 To Be Paid Upgrade Only
Simplify3D has let users know their next upgrade, 5.0, will be a paid upgrade.
Small 3D Print Operations Should Consider Consolidation
There is so much competition smaller 3D print vendors might consider consolidating to expand.
Sunata Now GPU Enabled
Atlas 3Dās Sunata tool is now GPU enabled.
How To Create Unique Low-Poly Designs Using SelfCAD
If youāve yet to get your CAD jabbers on SelfCAD, you can spin it up and start modeling in less time than it takes to juice a pack navel oranges with your elbows at your co-workerās deskāTis a fact.
Peopoly Introduces Moai 200
Peopolyās new SLA 3D printer is designed to compete with both resin- and filament-based machines.
Jabil Engineered Materials: In-Depth with the Execs
Today, Jabil Engineered Materials debuts; we spoke with two executives to find out why the move is promising for the 3D printing industry.
Jabil Introduces Engineered Materials
Product solutions mainstay Jabil introduces its next step forward in industrializing 3D printing: Engineered Materials.
Autodesk Fusion 360 Gets A Facelift!
Autodesk Fusion 360 is bringing in the new year with a User Interface (UI) facelift!
FELIXprinters Announces The Pro 3
FELIXprinters announced their latest professional 3D printer, the Pro 3.
The 3D Printing Startup Within A Major Company
As additive manufacturing plays an ever-larger role in the business world, many major companies are building their own internal startups.
Morphi Fills Us In: Whatās New In v3.5
Morphi has launched the first of several updates for 2019, introducing v3.5.
The Strength of High-Temperature 3D Printing
Navigating the learning curve of high-temperature 3D printing is less daunting with the experts.
Fusion 360 Increasingly Acknowledges 3D Printing
In the latest Autodesk 360 Fusion update there are a couple of new features specifically addressing the needs of 3D printing.
Previewing The New Cura
Ultimaker snuck out a beta version of Cura 4.0.
3D Printing Trends in 2018
Itās near year end and it is time to reflect on what happened.
3D Printer Safety: Another Anet A8 Burns
Once again, an Anet A8 desktop 3D printer caught fire.
Reducing Pain Doesnāt Have to be a Pain
Assistive devices are typically small aids that make a big difference — and often at a big cost.
3D Printing Health Risks Identified by UL and Georgia Tech
Itās been known for several years that desktop 3D printers, and presumably any extrusion 3D printer operating in an open environment, can be potentially dangerous.
One Comprehensive 3D Printing Safety Solution
We received responses from our provocative post last week, āDoes ANYONE Care About 3D Printer Emissions?ā
Dassault SystĆØmes and 3D Printer Adoption
Charles R. Goulding and Peter Saenz of R&D Tax Savers discuss Dassault SystĆØmesā impact on 3D printing.
One Inexpensive Way to Add Some Safety to Your 3D Printer
After publishing our rant about the increasingly important lack of attention paid to safety in 3D printing, we received an interesting tip.
AMFGās āName Is Our Visionā: Autonomous Manufacturing
AMFG is so focused on easing the way toward autonomous manufacturing that they named the company for it.
3D Printing Health Risks Identified by UL and Georgia Tech
Itās been known for several years that desktop 3D printers, and presumably any extrusion 3D printer operating in an open environment, can be potentially dangerous
FDA-Cleared Medical 3D Printing with Stratasys and Materialise
3D printing medical models offers benefits to patients and those providing their care with highly accurate patient-specific anatomies able to be held, examined, and practiced on.
Wait, Is Consumer 3D Printing Back?
After thinking more about Prusa Printersā astonishing production figures, Iām now wondering whether consumer 3D printing is back.
DSM Adds Umbrella of Sustainability to Additive Manufacturing
DSM updates its additive manufacturing vision with new materials and solid strategies.
Does ANYONE Care About 3D Printer Emissions?
After reading more scary papers researching 3D printer emissions, I am baffled by the industryās lack of response.
Design for Additive Manufacturing Challenge 2019 Now Open
Additive World has opened up entries for the 2019 edition of the Design for Additive Manufacturing Challenge.
The Bio-Inspired 3D Printed Origami Technique
Overcoming build volume limitations can be done with origami-like 3D printing approaches.
3D Model Repository Cults Hits Milestone
Long time 3D model repository Cults has reached several significant milestones.
3D Printing at Dutch Design Week 2018
Dutch Design Week is in full swing, and Fabbaloo friend Rob Blaauboer shares a look at 3D printing at this yearās event.
3D Hubs Quarterly Report: Things Are Changing
3D Hubs issued their most recent quarterly activity report today.
3D Printing Waste Becoming A Thing
A new contest highlights the growing problem of 3D printer waste.
Cura 3.5 Goes Full 3MF
Ultimaker has released Cura version 3.5.
TCT 2018 ā Themes and Thoughts
Several notable themes presented throughout the duration of TCT Show 2018.
Jabil: A Leader in 3D Printing and a Pioneer of Industry 4.0
Charles Goulding and Andressa Bonafe of R&D Tax Savers discuss 3D printing activity at digital manufacturing solutions provider Jabil.
Fab Flow Highlights Desktop Metalās Quieter Strength: Software
Desktop Metal is previewing new Fab Flow software and it looks incredibly promising.
IMTS 2018 Highlights Strong Realities in Additive Manufacturing
This yearās IMTS doesnāt just feel bigger than ever; itās the biggest in the International Manufacturing Technology Showās history.
Robo Scoops Up MyStemKits
3D printer manufacturer Robo has completed acquisition of educational lesson provider MyStemKits.
Enhancements and Future Innovation Key for SOLIDWORKS 2019
āPerformance is the biggest enhancement we have doneā: a conversation on the unveiling of SOLIDWORKS 2019.
BCN3D Technologies Updates Sigma and Sigmax 3D Printers
Spain-based BCN3D Technologies released significant updates to their desktop 3D printers, now the Sigma R19 and Sigmax R19.
NASA Testing Antibacterial 3D Print Materials, But Should You?
It appears that NASA is testing some antibacterial 3D printing materials for potential space use.
BEEVERYCREATIVE to Finally Launch a New Desktop 3D Printer
BEEVERYCREATIVE is leaking hints about their next desktop 3D printer, the B2X300.
Raise3D Getting Into The Cloud
But those days are mostly gone, except for ultra-low priced equipment competing on price – but not convenience of use.
Verashape’s New SOFTSHAPER 2019
Verashape has dramatically improved their 3D printing management system, SOFTSHAPER.
A Caution for 3D Printer Startups: You’re Too Late
After watching a video of Prusa Research headquarters, itās increasingly obvious that time is up for new 3D printer startups.
Controversy at Creality Demonstrates a Problem in 3D Printing
Printed Solid has broken ties with 3D printer manufacturer Creality due to ongoing open source infringements. Why did this happen?
3Dkanjers Teaches Students and Teachers to Think Differently with 3D Printing
Over the last five years, 3Dkanjers has brought 3D printing into more than 500 primary schools in the Netherlands.
Six Good 3D Printing Troubleshooting Guides
Everyone who has operated a 3D printer knows something important: they donāt always work.
Thoughts on the Demise of Printrbot
Last week the 3D print community noted the closure of Printrbot.
Solidscape Mystery Solved
An anonymous tipster has provided the solution to last weekās Solidscape event.
Printrbot Closes!
Long time 3D printer manufacturer abruptly closed their doors yesterday, after many years of operation.
3D Printing Trends Updated
3D Hubs released their latest trends report today.
Whither Thingiverse, YouMagine and PinShape?
I had a difficult thought today: what is to become of several specific 3D model repositories in the future?
Book of the Week: Snow Crash
This weekās selection is the mind-opening Snow Crash by Neal Stephenson.
Design of the Week: Voronoi Flower Lampshade
This weekās selection is the finely detailed Voronoi Flower Lampshade by designer Felicity Anne Holbrow.
Behind the Design: The Making of a Ginormous Overwatch Cosplay Costume
You may think creating cosplay costumes involves locking yourself up in a garage
3D Platform Hints at Giant 3D Printer
3D Platform makes them big, and this is no exception.
Builder Refines US Strategy
Builder, the Netherlands-based manufacturer of some very large 3D printers, has established their US marketing strategy.
3D Printer Manufacturers: Who’s in the Lead?
An interesting report by Context reveals the ātop fiveā 3D printers.
Tooling: The Next Frontier
Iām seeing an increasing focus on tooling from multiple 3D printer manufacturers recently.
New Features in Cura 3.2
Ultimaker has released Ultimaker Cura 3.2, which includes a number of very interesting features.
Kodak Gets Stickier
Kodak 3D Printing has announced a partnership agreement that should make their equipment a bit more sticky with users.
Hands on with the Creality CR-10S, Part 2
We continue our investigation of a brand new CR-10S desktop 3D printer.
3D-Printed Meds: Better Living Through Chemistry or 3D Printing Novelty?
Leroy Cronin brought media attention to the concept of 3D-printed medications with a 2013 TED Talk discussing the topic.
How Long Does a 3D Printer Last?
3D Hubs released their quarterly report on 3D printing trends and it got me thinking about machine lifetimes.
Thoughts on CES 2018: A Place for 3D Printing?
Having just returned from CES 2018, I have some thoughts about this event and how it fits into the 3D printing universe; or how it does not.
Insights Into the Minds of 3D Printing Consumers
A recent post from Pinshape provides some interesting insights into the thinking patterns of those who buy 3D models online.
Niche 3D Printers Are Feasible
With big companies moving into the 3D printer space, is there any room left for the small guys?
Get a Grip. 3D Printing Robot Fingers at ABB
Fused filament fabrication 3D printing processes such as those performed by Ultimaker machines allow for some incredibly functional end-use parts.
Why So Many Polish 3D Printer Companies?
At this publication we are fortunate to see the myriad of new 3D printing ventures launching across the world.
Saving Big Bucks in the Automotive Industry with 3D Printing
In the early days, 3D printing was used almost exclusively for creating automotive prototypes for checking form and fit.
3D Hubs Releases New Top Rated 3D Printer List
3D Hubs has just released their new list of top-rated 3D printers.
3D Hubs and colorFabb Call It Done
The romance between 3D Hubs and colorFabb seems to be dimming, with an announcement that the filament manufacturer has pulled out of 3D Hubsā perks program.
Structur3d Announces Discov3ry Version 2.0
3D printing startup Structur3d has upgraded their paste extruder to version 2.0.
The Q4 3D Hubs Report Gets More Interesting
Each quarter 3D Hubs publishes a fascinating report on 3D printer use, and this report is no exception.
Desktop 3D Printer Enclosures: A Hint of Things to Come?
A new 3D printer enclosure product portends a change in the future.