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3D Printing News Briefs: May 4, 2018
For all of you Star Wars fans out there, May the Fourth be with you today as we bring you the latest business and financial news in this week’s final edition of 3D Printing News Briefs. California laser company Coherent has acquired OR Laser in Germany, and regenerative medicine company CollPlant has completed the final […]
For all of you Star Wars fans out there, May the Fourth be with you today as we bring you the latest business and financial news in this week’s final edition of 3D Printing News Briefs. California laser company Coherent has acquired OR Laser in Germany, and...
3D Systems’ Figure 4 3D Printing Technology Selected for Air Force Research
This week at the RAPID + TCT show, 3D Systems showcased its advanced Figure 4 technology and made a big announcement: Figure 4 has been selected for Air Force-sponsored research focused on integrating high-speed 3D printing into the aircraft maintenance supply chain. The initiative is being led by the University of Dayton Research Institute (UDRI) and […]
This week at the RAPID + TCT show, 3D Systems showcased its advanced Figure 4 technology and made a big announcement: Figure 4 has been selected for Air Force-sponsored research focused on integrating high-speed 3D printing into the aircraft maintenance supply chain....
Applications, Metal, Maturation in 3D Printing Shine at RAPID + TCT
Anticipation is always high for a major event, and RAPID + TCT draws great focus to 3D printing in North America. Several major themes were intentional as this year’s event curated programming centered around medical, metal, and aerospace innovation; others, as they always will, arose throughout the course of the show. This week, writer Sarah Saunders […]
Anticipation is always high for a major event, and RAPID + TCT draws great focus to 3D printing in North America. Several major themes were intentional as this year’s event curated programming centered around medical, metal, and aerospace innovation; others, as...
CONTEXT Announces Leaders in 2017 3D Printing Revenues; Stratasys in Front
London-based data analytics firm CONTEXT has been in the business of watching market performance and industry benchmarks for over three decades. Recently, they set their sights on examining the leaders in 3D printing revenue for 2017. With a focus on hardware revenues for 3D printing, it was no surprise to see big names like Stratasys […]
London-based data analytics firm CONTEXT has been in the business of watching market performance and industry benchmarks for over three decades. Recently, they set their sights on examining the leaders in 3D printing revenue for 2017. With a focus on hardware revenues...
R&D Profiles of Leading 3D Printing Companies
It is important to analyze the level of the R&D occurring at the leading 3D printer manufacturers to help understand the technology commitment and future growth prospects of the 3D printing industry. A table providing the last three years per capita R&D for eight companies’ public reporting purposes is presented below: Some conclusions from the eight-company data for Renishaw, Stratasys, 3D […]
It is important to analyze the level of the R&D occurring at the leading 3D printer manufacturers to help understand the technology commitment and future growth prospects of the 3D printing industry. A table providing the last three years per capita R&D for...
3D Printing Business: Inside Protolabs
Prototyping is a critical part of manufacturing, and in this business, time is money. Minnesota-based Protolabs Inc. understands this, having been founded on the basis of providing speedier services to enhance the workflow for industry and now positioning itself as “the world’s fastest manufacturer of custom prototypes and on-demand production parts.” Over the company’s nearly two-decade […]
Prototyping is a critical part of manufacturing, and in this business, time is money. Minnesota-based Protolabs Inc. understands this, having been founded on the basis of providing speedier services to enhance the workflow for industry and now positioning itself...
R&D Tax Credits Available for 3D Printing of Cake and Baked Goods
Cake-making is a tasty science experiment that has transcended throughout centuries. Typical ingredients for a standard cake, such as flour, eggs, sweetener, some kind of fat, flavoring and a leavening agent, interact with each other to produce cakes of varying density, texture and taste. Although cake has evolved by the influence of various cultures and […]
Cake-making is a tasty science experiment that has transcended throughout centuries. Typical ingredients for a standard cake, such as flour, eggs, sweetener, some kind of fat, flavoring and a leavening agent, interact with each other to produce cakes of varying...
Loop 3D Printed Earplugs Protect Hearing and Look Cool at the Same Time
Now that I’m older, I no longer feel the need to be as close to the stage as possible at concerts – these days, I’d rather be a bit farther away from the mosh pit, thank you very much. (I’m so old.) In my younger days when I was placing myself practically up against the […]
Now that I’m older, I no longer feel the need to be as close to the stage as possible at concerts – these days, I’d rather be a bit farther away from the mosh pit, thank you very much. (I’m so old.) In my younger days when I was placing myself...
Beer Bottles Get a Makeover with Help from 3D Printing
You may have experienced this before – you go to a bar, or a store, and pick up a bottle of your favorite beer or other drink, and notice that the label or packaging, or even the bottle itself, is different than it was before. “Huh, neat,” you comment, then go about your business of […]
You may have experienced this before – you go to a bar, or a store, and pick up a bottle of your favorite beer or other drink, and notice that the label or packaging, or even the bottle itself, is different than it was before. “Huh, neat,” you...
3D Systems and Onkos Surgical Partner to Improve Cancer Patient Outcomes Through 3D Printing and Virtual Surgical Planning
Onkos Surgical was founded in 2015 with the goal of creating quality implants and instruments to meet the needs of musculoskeletal cancer patients. Today, the company announces that it has signed a four-year agreement with 3D Systems to improve patient outcomes and advance the delivery of personalized surgical solutions. Through the agreement, Onkos Surgical will gain […]
Onkos Surgical was founded in 2015 with the goal of creating quality implants and instruments to meet the needs of musculoskeletal cancer patients. Today, the company announces that it has signed a four-year agreement with 3D Systems to improve patient outcomes and...
Alignwise Uses 3D Printing to Manufacture Nearly Invisible, Painless Orthodontic Aligners
No one wants to get braces on their teeth. At least, I don’t think so – there may be someone out there who truly enjoys having metal wires and brackets glued to their teeth, but I don’t know anyone. Braces are painful, especially when they’re put on and when they’re tightened. They’re obtrusive, especially if […]
No one wants to get braces on their teeth. At least, I don’t think so – there may be someone out there who truly enjoys having metal wires and brackets glued to their teeth, but I don’t know anyone. Braces are painful, especially when they’re...
3D Systems Releases New Dental 3D Printer and Large Collection of Resins
3D Systems is deeply committed to dental 3D printing. In fact, the company’s technology enables production of the largest number of orthodontic aligners in the world. But 3D Systems has a lot more to offer as LMT Lab Day kicks off in Chicago. Today the company unveils the new NextDent 5100, a high speed 3D printer […]
3D Systems is deeply committed to dental 3D printing. In fact, the company’s technology enables production of the largest number of orthodontic aligners in the world. But 3D Systems has a lot more to offer as LMT Lab Day kicks off in Chicago. Today the company...
e-NABLE and 3D Printing Featured Among Prosthetic Case Studies in Bespoke Bodies Gallery Exhibit
While Game of Thrones’ Jamie Lannister may wear a prosthetic hand made of solid gold, most prostheses are made from far more common materials, but not all are any more practical. Instead, the history of prosthetics has seen uneven development over a long period of time of replacements for body parts lost or never had – […]
While Game of Thrones’ Jamie Lannister may wear a prosthetic hand made of solid gold, most prostheses are made from far more common materials, but not all are any more practical. Instead, the history of prosthetics has seen uneven development over a long period...
3D Systems Execs Discuss “Phenomenal Partnership” with SOLIDWORKS, Roadmap to Seamless 3D Printing Experience
Some companies dip their toes in to new technologies and endeavors, while others cannonball straight in the deep end. For 3D Systems, entrenched as it is since the very beginnings of 3D printing development, there is no choice but to go all in — and under the focused and aggressive leadership of CEO Vyomesh Joshi […]
Some companies dip their toes in to new technologies and endeavors, while others cannonball straight in the deep end. For 3D Systems, entrenched as it is since the very beginnings of 3D printing development, there is no choice but to go all in — and under the...
3DXpert for SOLIDWORKS: 3D Systems Releases Updated Metal 3D Printing Software Platform
At the TCT Show this fall, 3D printing industry leader 3D Systems was busy highlighting its software solutions, including the integrated metal additive manufacturing software platform 3DXpert. The software, which offers an all-in-one simulation solution for metal powder bed machines, was officially launched at IMTS in 2016. In May, the company announced that 3DXpert would be […]
At the TCT Show this fall, 3D printing industry leader 3D Systems was busy highlighting its software solutions, including the integrated metal additive manufacturing software platform 3DXpert. The software, which offers an all-in-one simulation solution for metal...
Additive Manufacturing Strategies Summit Focused on the Future of 3D Printing in Medicine and Dentistry
I had the privilege of attending a two-day Future of 3D Printing in Medicine and Dentistry conference on January 22nd and 23rd in Washington, D.C. at the Army and Navy Club. The Additive Manufacturing Strategies summit was sponsored by SmarTech Markets Publishing and 3DPrint.com. Day 1 3D Printing Medical Devices Day one was entitled 3D […]
I had the privilege of attending a two-day Future of 3D Printing in Medicine and Dentistry conference on January 22nd and 23rd in Washington, D.C. at the Army and Navy Club. The Additive Manufacturing Strategies summit was sponsored by SmarTech Markets Publishing and...
3D Systems’ High-Quality 3D Printed Appearance Models Provide Trade Show Support at Oil & Gas Industry Event
Large-scale parts and machines are not always the easiest, or cheapest, objects to bring to a trade show or conference. But 2D photographs just don’t offer the same kind of experience as actually seeing the object for yourself, so sometimes the next best option is a scale or appearance model, which can offer support at […]
Large-scale parts and machines are not always the easiest, or cheapest, objects to bring to a trade show or conference. But 2D photographs just don’t offer the same kind of experience as actually seeing the object for yourself, so sometimes the next best option...
3D Systems and Stryker Partner Up for Virtual Surgical Planning Distribution Partnership
Thanks to a new partnership between 3D Systems and Stryker that was just announced this morning, surgeons specializing in craniomaxillofacial (CMF) procedures will be able to save hours in the operating room by combining anatomical models and 3D Systems’ Virtual Surgical Planning (VSP) service, which will improve the results for the patient. This exclusive distribution […]
Thanks to a new partnership between 3D Systems and Stryker that was just announced this morning, surgeons specializing in craniomaxillofacial (CMF) procedures will be able to save hours in the operating room by combining anatomical models and 3D Systems’ Virtual...
Additive Manufacturing Symposium to Highlight SOLIDWORKS World 2018
In less than a month, people from all over the world of 3D design will be gathering for SOLIDWORKS World 2018, one of the biggest events in 3D software. There was a lot of 3D printing excitement happening at last year’s conference, and this year’s looks to be no different – if anything, there will […]
In less than a month, people from all over the world of 3D design will be gathering for SOLIDWORKS World 2018, one of the biggest events in 3D software. There was a lot of 3D printing excitement happening at last year’s conference, and this year’s looks to...
KALLISTA’s First 3D Printed Faucet Developed with Help from 3D Systems and 3rd Dimension
Most faucets are purely utilitarian, but in some cases, they can also be works of art. You may have seen some of the fancier, more sculptural type of faucets in a fancy restaurant or hotel, and the ability to create unusual geometries only grows when 3D printing is involved. A few years ago, American Standard […]
Most faucets are purely utilitarian, but in some cases, they can also be works of art. You may have seen some of the fancier, more sculptural type of faucets in a fancy restaurant or hotel, and the ability to create unusual geometries only grows when 3D printing is...
2017: A Busy Year for 3D Software
A lot can happen in one year, and as we look back at 2017, it’s remarkable to note just how much happened in the 3D printing world. The large number of 3D printer releases demonstrates how quickly the 3D printing world is expanding, but we wouldn’t have much luck with 3D printers without 3D software, and […]
A lot can happen in one year, and as we look back at 2017, it’s remarkable to note just how much happened in the 3D printing world. The large number of 3D printer releases demonstrates how quickly the 3D printing world is expanding, but we wouldn’t have...
Around the World in 3D Printing: Second Half 2017
3D printing, we’ll say lightly, keeps us busy. This young industry is vibrant with activity — and to better understand the happenings, we’re frequently taking off around the globe to talk to those making it happen and see the latest innovations first-hand. While 2016 was a banner year for 3DPrint.com in terms of travelling to […]
3D printing, we’ll say lightly, keeps us busy. This young industry is vibrant with activity — and to better understand the happenings, we’re frequently taking off around the globe to talk to those making it happen and see the latest innovations...
Marvels of 3D Printing Inspire Bioengineering Student to Focus on Medical Advances
Deciding what to study in college can be a difficult decision for both undergraduate and graduate students. For some, it’s a matter of finding out how they can support a lifelong passion, for others it’s a journey of self-exploration in order to determine what that passion might be. While many students may feel disappointed or […]
Deciding what to study in college can be a difficult decision for both undergraduate and graduate students. For some, it’s a matter of finding out how they can support a lifelong passion, for others it’s a journey of self-exploration in order to determine...
3D Systems’ Scott Cost Discusses What Goes Into the Production of SLS 3D Printing Materials
3D Systems is known for many things, with long experience in SLS 3D printers and 3D printing materials being among them. Those materials involve a great deal of work to develop, with most people having no idea what goes into the behind-the-scenes complexities. Each material is highly specialized and carefully developed for strength, for elongation, […]
3D Systems is known for many things, with long experience in SLS 3D printers and 3D printing materials being among them. Those materials involve a great deal of work to develop, with most people having no idea what goes into the behind-the-scenes complexities. Each...
Materialise, Siemens, Philips, Stratasys, 3D Systems: Medical 3D Printing Partnerships and Products Introduced at 2017 RSNA Annual Meeting
The 2017 Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) Annual Meeting is taking place this week in Chicago, and some major 3D printing industry news has already been introduced at the meeting, starting with the announcement that Materialise and Siemens Healthineers are teaming up to make Materialise Mimics inPrint software available to multiple hospitals all around the world. Mimics inPrint is a […]
The 2017 Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) Annual Meeting is taking place this week in Chicago, and some major 3D printing industry news has already been introduced at the meeting, starting with the announcement that Materialise and Siemens Healthineers are...
