3D printing tax credits
3D Printing Golf Clubs and Equipment
Golf is a popular sport in corporate America and adds about $70 billion dollars a year to the American economy. Companies are always testing new products that will catch the…
3D Printing for Audio and Visual Equipment
The audio-visual equipment industry is a large and growing industry that provides an excellent opportunity for the 3D printing industry. A graph illustrating the industry growth is presented below. In…
United Technologies’ Restructuring Impact on the 3D Printer Industry
United Technologies is a company that needs no introduction. They are a leading innovator and developer of commercial products in a myriad of industries including aircraft engines, aerospace systems, HVAC,…
3D Printing & the Proposed Siemens and Alstom Rail Merger
Further consolidation of the rail industry is proposed to occur with the potential merger of Siemens‘ and Alstom’s railway products businesses. Their proposed merger follows the sale of GE’s rail…
3D Printing 5G Telecommunication Technology
The telecommunications industry is currently front page news including the AT&T/Timewarner acquisitions, the pending Fox acquisition by Comcast or Disney and a new CEO at Verizon who is a technologist…
Jay Leno’s Contribution to Auto Part 3D Printing
It is well known that Jay Leno is an avid car enthusiast and has a world-renowned collection of nearly 300 vehicles. What isn’t as well known is that his team does their own…
The R&D Tax Credit Aspects of 3D Printing Vehicle Wheels
Transportation is one of the most important aspects of everyday life across the globe. The US publisher Ward’s estimated as of 2010 there were over 1.015 billion vehicles on the…
Lockheed Martin’s Contributions to 3D Printing
The aerospace industry was one of the first major advocates of 3D printing, as the industry has been a driving force in the evolution of this technology. The industry covers…
3D Printing Buildings and Insulation for R&D Tax Credit
The construction industry is embracing more technology and the introduction of 3D printing is one current example. 3D buildings are made by what is essentially a massive 3D printer. The…
Changing Track: How GE and Wabtec’s Transaction Will Impact 3D Printing and Railways
What happens when two financial juggernauts in the same industry combine? It seems we are about to find out. Just a few weeks ago, it was confirmed that Wabtec Corporation…
Stanley Black & Decker’s Contributions to 3D Printing
Headquartered in New Britain, Connecticut, Stanley Black & Decker is the world’s largest manufacturer of tools, fasteners, storage, and other hardware. They are also #2 in the world for security services. Originally two…
3D Printing Sushi for R&D Tax Credits
Sushi is widely popular in the dining industry which is most likely due to the various options of simple to complex sushi rolls. Consumers are always looking for the next…
3D Printing for Diagnosing and Treating Cancer and R&D Tax Credits
Cancer research has evolved with the help of 3D printing. Doctors can create patient-specific 3D models of cancerous body parts to prepare for upcoming surgeries. Medical engineers can create digital…
3D Printing and Logistics – A Natural Progression of Opportunity
Leading logistics providers are constantly exploring new possibilities to become more efficient, more locally focused and more connected globally in order to achieve greater success, including 3D printing technology. The…
Designing, Lighting and Chandeliers, 3D Printing and R&D Tax Credits
The combination of 3D printing and more efficient, smaller profile LED lighting is enabling lighting and interior designers to provide a wider range of new and unique lighting products. Lighting…
Fasteners, 3D Printing, Tariffs and The International Fastener Expo
3D printing and additive manufacturing have completely changed modern supply chain practices, especially in consideration to manufacturing. Proposed tariff increases will likely accelerate this impact. Additive manufacturing has become more…
3D Printing of Cheese and R&D Tax Credits
The present-day consumer looks for convenience, flavor, authenticity and freshness of foods. Consumers are more in control of their shopping experience since they have the ability to explore, research and…
Aerospace Mega Trends Driving 3D Printer Usage
Aerospace mega trends that should drive 3D printer usage in the aerospace industry include 1. forward momentum from 3D print success; 2. large increases in US defense budgets; 3. original…
3D Printing of Aluminum and the Potential Tariffs
As a result of the February 2018 U.S. Department of Finance findings, in a Section 232 investigation into U.S. aluminum and steel imports pricing the path is clear for the Trump administration to…
Fuji’s Acquisition of Xerox and What This Means for 3D Printing
In January 2018, Fujifilm announced the acquisition of Xerox’s fabled printing business. This transaction will bring together three uniquely distinct 3D printing business lines and R&D programs including Fujifilm’s, Xerox’s,…
3D Printing of Ski Gear and R&D Tax Credits
In the 2014 Olympic Winter Games American freestyle skier Nick Goepper’s success made history for his sport and the country. He is part of Team USA and in 2014 won the…
3D Printing of Ophthalmology Medical Devices and Tools May Be Eligible for R&D Tax Credits
Scientists and doctors have been experimenting with ways to correct vision by way of 3D printing. Additive manufacturing capabilities have proved that 3D printed medical devices can be used in…
3D Printing of Flooring, Tiling and R&D Tax Credits
Tiling dates back to both the ancient Greeks and Romans who would design their homes with artistic color and clay. Similar to how the Greeks decorated their floors with colorful…
3D Printing of Matzoh and R&D Tax Credits
Matzoh is a symbol of faith has been eaten for many years and is a food that is eaten amongst the Jewish population and enjoyed by many others. Matzoh is…