Mass media has now noticed the biggest problem in the additive manufacturing space: hype. A detailed report in the New York Times describes the unfortunate saga of Desktop Metal that unfolded over the past five years. If you’re not familiar, here’s a quick recap. Before 2020, 3D printing of metal was possible, but extremely expensive,… Continue reading New York Times Examines Desktop Metal Collapse and Its Impact on Additive Manufacturing Investment
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9T Labs Enters Bankruptcy and Liquidation
No one seems to have noticed, but 9T Labs appears to be gone.
Black Buffalo 3D Seeks Bankruptcy Protection in Competitive 3D Construction Market
A 3DCP equipment manufacturer has apparently filed for bankruptcy.
Nano Dimension Confirms Desktop Metal Bankruptcy, Ending Struggling 3D Printing Venture
Nano Dimension announced its subsidiary, Desktop Metal, has filed for bankruptcy under chapter 11 of the US bankruptcy code.
Nexa3D’s Strategic Retrenchment Sparks Industry Uncertainty
There has been a series of additional developments in the Nexa3D situation.
Shapeways Reborn: Original Founders Lead the Legendary 3D Printing Service’s Revival
Well, well, it seems that Shapeways has been resurrected.
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.
Shapeways Reborn as Manuevo: The Legendary 3D Print Service Returns
Shapeways has been resurrected, sort of.
Shapeways Declares Bankruptcy
Long time 3D print service Shapeways declared bankruptcy this week.
Sintratec Shuts Down Operations After a Decade in the 3D Printing Industry
In a surprise announcement this week, Sintratec has ceased operations.
Innovative 3D Scanner Startup Scoobe3D Files for Bankruptcy Amidst Fierce Market Competition
3D scanner manufacturer Scoobe3D has apparently declared bankruptcy.
The Demise of RIZE?
Apparently there have been massive changes at RIZE, and the company no longer appears to be marketing 3D printers.
Is A Correction Coming In 3D Printing?
“Corrections” are negative financial events that are usually associated with the stock market, but could a correct occur in 3D printing?
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.
MAKE Rises From The Dead, Slightly
Is Make: really revived? Maker Media CEO Dale Dougherty is attempting to restore the company that published Make: magazine and organized the Maker Faires.
The End of Mcor Technologies?
It appears the end is near for Mcor Technologies, as we have indications they are in receivership.
Union Tech USA Fails
An announcement on Union Tech’s USA website indicates they are shutting down their business.