US authorities have introduced immediate controls on the export of a number of advanced technologies, including certain additive manufacturing processes.
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3D Systems and Precision Resource Enter Metal AM Partnership
Leveraging 3D Systemsâ Direct Metal Printing (DMP) platform to catalyze metal AM applications in high-criticality markets.
3D Systems Unveils EXT 800 Titan Pellet: A Compact, High-Speed Industrial 3D Printer
3D Systems announced a new industrial 3D printer, the EXT 800 Titan Pellet.
3D Systems Doubles Down on Dental Market with Comprehensive Technology Roadmap
3D Systems last week announced a comprehensive strategy for the dental market, and the implications are interesting.
3D Systems Achieves 510(k) Clearance for PEEK Cranial Implants
The FDA has approved the 3D printed, patient-specific VSP PEEK Cranial Implant solution.
Axtra3D Welcomes Industry Veteran Rajeev Kulkarni as Chief Strategy Officer from 3D Systems
Thereâs big news from Axtra3D: their new Chief Strategy Officer comes to the role from 3D Systems.
VoxelMatters Reveals Top Ten Polymer 3D Printing Companies Dominating the Market
Our friends at VoxelMatters have issued a new report on polymer 3D printer companies, and it answers several interesting questions.
Emerging Low-Cost 3D Printing Technologies Disrupt Professional Market in 2023
Iâm reading an analysis of 2023 3D printer sales and there are some very interesting implications.
Integration, Expansion and Smarter Factories: AM in 2024
Leaders from hardware and service companies across the entire AM spectrum speak with VoxelMatters about what the short term future holds.
The Top 10 Metal AM Companies by Revenue
EOS leads a group of key players in metal AM, according to the latest VoxelMatters Metal AM Market Report 2023 that was released on December 4th.
3D Printing Industry Soap Opera
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss the attempted merger between 3D Systems, Stratasys, Desktop Metal and Nano Dimension.
AM Industry Leaders Discuss Caution and Optimism in 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi cover the most recent AM Investment Strategies Roundtable discussion.
3D Systems Announces Major Restructuring: What’s the Implication?
3D Systems announced a major ârestructuringâ initiative, but what could this mean?
3D Systemsâ Technology Enables Ground-Breaking Cranial Surgeries
The cranial implants, produced on the company’s EXT 220 MED extrusion platform using Evonik’s VESTAKEEP i4 3DF PEEK material, have been successfully used at the University Hospital Basel, in Switzerland, and Salzburg University Hospital, in Austria.
3D Printing in Medicine: Philips’ Partnerships with 3D Systems and Stratasys
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi remark on Philips’ transformation into a healthcare-focused company how its engagement in 3D printing activities can help.
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.
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.
Stratasys Rejects Revised Offer from 3D Systems
It appears that Stratasys may have pulled the plug on the proposed merger with 3D Systems.
Stratasys Calls Extraordinary Meeting: What are the Implications?
Stratasys has called an Extraordinary Meeting of its shareholders, but what does that mean?
3D Printing Giants’ Merger Faces US DOJ Antitrust Examination
The US Department of Justice is looking into Stratasysâ merger activities.
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?
Stratasys Takeover Saga: The Final Verdict Revealed Today?
Today is the date when the outcome of the Stratasys takeover saga could be determined.
Stratasys Takeover Update: Nano Dimension Withdraws Offer, 3D Systems in the Lead
The end of the Stratasys takeover saga appears to be near.
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?
Has 3D Systems Taken the Lead in the Stratasys Takeover War?Â
As much as weâd like to write about something else, there have been yet more significant developments in the Stratasys takeover saga.
The Struggle for Stratasys: Five Possible Outcomes
What are the possible outcomes of the ongoing struggle for Stratasys?
Stratasys Takeover Saga: Nano Dimension Raises Bid to $24.00 per Share in Cash
Itâs another week, and of course there is a major development in the ongoing Stratasys takeover saga.
The Acquisition Dance: Nano Dimension and 3D Systems Raise Offers For Stratasys
On Monday I had the naive thought that the Nano Dimension / Stratasys saga would be over. I was wrong.
Decisive Day for 3D Printing Giants: Nano Dimension’s Takeover Fate Hangs in the Balance
Today is the day the outcome of the Nano Dimension takeover bid should be resolved.
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
3D Systems’ Partnership in Japan Reveals the Impact of Acquisitions
3D Systems announced a partnership in Japan that reveals a side effect of corporate acquisitions.
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.
The Battle for Stratasys: 3D Systems Proposes Acquisition Amidst Merger Talks
As if the Stratasys takeover situation wasnât already complex, another player has entered the game: 3D Systems.
New AM Materials Round Up, April 7, 2023
Several new AM materials were announced in past weeks.
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.
Streamlining Operations: 3D Systems Announces Major Restructuring Program
3D Systems announced a major restructuring program.
Before You Cancel Netflix, Relive the Early Days of 3D Printing
Thereâs something you should watch on Netflix, and it is specifically about 3D printing.
3D Systems’ Revolutionary Regenerative Tissue Program: A Step towards 3D Printed Organs?
3D Systems announced a broad new program to 3D print human tissue.
3D Systems’ ProJet MJP 2500W Increases Jewelry Production Throughput
3D Systems announced a very interesting jewelry 3D printer, the ProJet MJP 2500W.
Achieving Breakthroughs in Drug Discovery with 3D Bioprinting
Charles Goulding and Andressa Bonafé examine the state of bioprinting with a look at recent developments.
What To Make of Wematter’s Big Deal With 3D Systems
I spoke with Wematter representatives about several things happening with the company recently.
Question of the Week: Large Format 3D Printing Options
This weekâs question is all about large-format 3D printing.
The Sugar Lab Returns: 3D Printed Food Incoming
After nine years, The Sugar Lab is back with its original founders.
New AM Materials Round Up, September 16, 2022
Several new AM materials were announced in the past week.
Is 3D Systems Doing a Stratasys with dp polar?
3D Systems made a very interesting corporate move this week by acquiring dp polar.
New AM Materials Round Up, July 1, 2022
Several new AM materials were announced in the past week.
Oqton Becomes 3D Systemsâ Central Software
Oqton looks quite a bit different than the last time we spoke with them.
New AM Materials Round Up, April 14, 2022
Several new AM materials were announced in the past week.
3D Systems Announces SLA 750 3D Printers
3D Systems announced a new series of industrial 3D printers, the SLA 750.
Stratasys Beefs Up GrabCAD Integrations For Large Scale AM
Stratasys announced two new partners to their GrabCAD Software Partner Program.
Why Is 3D Systems Buying Companies Again?
3D Systems announced the surprise acquisition of not one, but two companies this week. Whatâs going on?
3D Systemsâ Pivot Towards 3D Bioprinting
Charles R. Goulding and Arianna Coger offer a perspective on 3D Systems’ apparent shift towards bioprinting.
A Basketful of Product Announcements From 3D Systems
Industry leader 3D Systems announced a number of new products, services and partnerships to beef up their industrial capabilities.
3D Systems Expands Bioprinting Capabilities
3D Systemsâ recent acquisition of Volumetric and its continued collaboration with other biotech companies pushes 3D bioprinting capabilities into the future.
What is 3D Systems Doing With Half a Billion?
Last week 3D Systems announced closing a deal to gain US$460M in a convertible notes arrangement, but what are they doing with that cash?
3D Systems To 3D Print Human Organs After Major Acquisition
3D Systems announced the acquisition of Volumetric Biotechnologies, solidifying their healthcare strategy.
3D Systems and Desktop Metal Both Make Significant Acquisitions
3D Systems and Desktop Metal announced notable corporate acquisitions.
3D Systems Sells Medical Simulation Business to Surgical Science
3D printing solutions developer 3D Systems recently announced that it will be selling its medical simulation business Simbionix.
CollPlant Biotechnologies And The Expansion Of Bioprinting
Charles R. Goulding and Arianna Coger examine R&D at CollPlant as bioprinting interest picks up.
Another Reason For 3D Systems’ Service Divestiture
Iâve been thinking about 3D Systemsâ dramatic sale of their on demand parts business, and I believe there is another reason behind the deal.
3D Systems Continues Consolidation: Sells Service Business
3D Systems announced a massive divestiture of their worldwide 3D print service business.
3D Systems Surprises With Profitable Results
3D Systems reported their first quarter 2021 financials this week, and they seem to have made a profit.
3D Systems Acquires Not One, But Two Companies
3D Systems made what it calls strategic acquisitions of two companies last month.
3D Systems 2020 Results Improve, But Still Disappoint Some
3D Systems announced their 2020 financial results, and itâs interesting to see the many effects during that tumultuous year.
3D Systems and Jabil Announce “Roadrunner” Industrial 3D Printing System
3D Systems announced a new industrial 3D printing system designed for the aerospace and automotive industries, the Roadrunner.
3D Systems Bets On Bioprinting
3D Systems announced a âsignificantâ expansion into bioprinting applications.
3D Systems Stock Makes Massive Jump
3D Systems stock has taken the biggest leap upwards in years.
GoProto Acquires 3D Systems Assets
In a perhaps not-so-surprising announcement, GoProto has acquired 3D Systemsâ Australian on-demand 3D print services.
3D Systems Announces Q3 2020 Results
3D systems announced their 2020Q3 financial results, and there were some interesting elements in the report.
The Cutting Begins At 3D Systems
3D Systems abruptly sliced off some of its parts this week, selling Cimatron and GibbsCAM.
3D Systems’ Stock Price Rocks And Rolls
Holders of 3D Systems stock (NYSE:DDD) have been having a bit of fun in the past months, as the stock price has jumped and fallen.
Tesla Job Post Juices 3D Printer Stocks
A stray career posting at Tesla has ignited the stocks of certain 3D printer manufacturers.
What’s Happening With Hiring In 3D Printing In 2020?
Itâs 2020, one of the worst years, ever. Business is down everywhere, but is this really true in 3D printing?
Mesh Modeling, Part 1: 3D Printer Company 3D Systems Has Geomagic, Other Software for Meshes
For decades, many CAD users have looked askance at data for any purpose made from point clouds, or polygonal meshes.
3D Systems Announces Sweeping Changes
3D Systems, one of the leading 3D printer manufacturers, announced a series of sweeping changes to their operations and outlook.
Briggs & Stratton Bankruptcy And 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Peter Favata explore 3D printing implications from Brigs & Stratton’s use of the technology — and their recently-announced bankruptcy filing.
R&D Profiles Of Leading 3D Printing Companies 2020
Charles Goulding and Ryan Donley examine the makeup of several leading companies in 3D printing when it comes to their R&D expenditures.
Design of the Week: 1988 Time Capsule Print
This weekâs selection is a historic time capsule 3D print by James Harrison from 1988!
How To Keep In Contact With Your 3D Print Vendor During The Crisis
With the cancellation of countless in-person 3D print events, companies have leveraged technology to keep in contact with clients and prospects in unique ways.
3D Systems Names New CEO
After a lengthy search, 3D Systems announced their new CEO: Jeffrey Graves to replace retiring Vyomesh Joshi after a four year term.
3D Systems Release First COVID-19 Period Financials
It’s the end of the first quarter of 2020 and financial results are now appearing, showing the first effects of COVID-19 on major 3D printing companies. We look at what the company did.
3D Systems Stock Gets an Unexpected Boost
3D Systemsâ stock price took a bit of a rise this week, possibly due to investor observation of their broad COVID-19 efforts and their extensive healthcare focus.
Alternative Materials For 3D Systems 3D Printers?
A Chinese company is producing plug-compatible materials for certain 3D Systems 3D printers. But should you use these materials?
3D Systems Food 3D Printing Technology Continues
3D Systems seems to be still working to develop a food 3D printing solution, this time with an interesting partner.
Additive Manufacturing Materials: Proprietary or Open?
The debate over use of proprietary or open materials ecosystems is becoming a big topic in 3D printing.
The Challenge And Opportunity of 3D Printing Patent 684116B2
A key patent assigned to 3D Systems expires in 2022. What will this mean for 3D Systems and everyone else? We have some thoughts.
3D Systems Releases Annual Report, And It’s More Of The Same
3D Systems released their 2019 annual report, and it seems to be more of the same: cutting costs and continued losses.
Xometry’s Unusual Vibratory Test
Xometry performed an unusual test of many 3D prints using different materials and processes. The results were surprising.
Vyomesh Joshi To Retire; 3D Systems Set For Huge Shift
3D Systems is to find a new CEO. What does this imply for the 3D printing giant?
What Is Consumer 3D Printing, And Does It Really Exist?
In response to recent controversy over the notion of âconsumer 3D printingâ, I propose some alternate ways to look at the situation.
3D Systems Makes Deep Move Towards Healthcare With CollPlant Agreement
3D Systems and CollPlant inked a deal to share resources on future bioprinting ventures, which seems to have had a positive effect on 3D Systems so far.
Another 3D Printing Pioneer Lost
Another 3D printing pioneer has been lost. Carl Deckard, inventor of SLS, has passed away.
Four Far Out Predictions For 3D Printing In 2020
General predictions of the future are easy, mere extensions of existing trends. Here we provide some very specific â and unlikely â predictions for 2020.