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Henkel & Shapeways: Large-Scale Manufacturing with Loctite Materials
Together, Henkel and Shapeways are reaching for bigger and better solutions in 3D printing, complementing each other in partnership to expand large-scale manufacturing of Loctite materials. The two companies will…
How 3D Printing Jigs and Fixtures Transforms Manufacturing Part II – All About Fixtures
Fixtures are essential for custom manufacturers. Fixtures hold the workpiece in place so it does not move during a step in manufacturing. Some shapes are easy to hold such as…
How 3D Printing Jigs and Fixtures Transforms Manufacturing
In the industrial world, 3D printed jigs and fixtures are truly unsung heroes. Both jigs and fixtures are types of tools that are used to control the operation of another…
3D Printing News Briefs: September 18, 2019
We’re talking about an award, a little business news, and metal 3D printing in today’s 3D Printing News Briefs. 3D printed fine jewelry brand BOLTENSTERN won big at the 2019…
3D Printing Interview with Kegan Fisher – CEO of Frank Darling
This is an interview with co-founder and CEO of Frank Darling, Kegan Fisher. She has years of experience within design as well as a background within of entrepreneurship.
Jewelry Manufacturing & Digital Craftsmanship
This is an article on my reflections about the future of additive manufacturing and metal printing within the jewelry industry. I believe there is a lot to be said in terms of how metal printing may indeed leave traditional manufacturing of jewelry to be obsolete in due time.
Fast Things 2: The Desire Engine
With 3D printing we have the ability to very quickly make products from ideas. In a series of articles centered on the idea of Fast Things, I want to point…
Shapeways Launches E-Commerce Integration with Etsy for Shop Owners of 3D Printed Products
If you’re looking to buy someone a unique gift, many people know that global marketplace Etsy is the best place to go. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Brooklyn, the…
Massachusetts Researchers Develop In-Line Rheometer for FDM 3D Printing
Rheology is the study of the flow of matter, and the flow rate of 3D printing materials is fairly important when it comes to the final print. According to a…
Mexican Museum Case Study Looks at the Use of 3D Printing in the Construction Industry
Benjamin Jodis, a researchers at California Polytechnic State University, recently wrote a case study, titled “Analyzing the benefits of using 3D printing on the Mexican Museum renovation project in San Francisco,…
Designer Creates Unique 3D Printed Homeware Collection for Cooper Hewitt Showcase
From cookie cutters, vases, and gardening collections to clothing hangers, lamps, and kitchenware, it seems that 3D printed homeware is all the rage these days. New York designer Joe Doucet,…
Shapeways Teams Up With Stratasys to Offer Full-Color, Multi-Material 3D Printing to Customers
People and organizations all around the globe use Shapeways, the largest 3D printing service and marketplace in the world, to build up business by creating 3D printed products. The company, which…
Inexpensive 3D Printed Membrane Feeder Aids in Malaria Studies
According to the Centers for Disease Control, in 2016 roughly 445,000 people around the world died of malaria, a serious disease caused by a parasite that often infects a certain…
Shapeways Unveils Customizable Spring & Wonder 3D Printed Jewelry Collection
Shapeways has been at the forefront of consumer 3D printing, growing the become the largest provider of its kind. Over a million creators have used the print services to produce…
Shapeways to Accelerate Expansion in 3D Printing with $30M Series E Funding
As Shapeways continues on its quest to expand in business operations and strategic offerings, the 3D printing platform announces a major step forward today with its $30 million Series E…
Elegant 3D Printed B3RD Flaps as Playful Mechanical Art
Designer Mike Le Page, PhD loves birds, and it shows in his 3D printed creations, which have continued to evolve over time. In 2016, he first introduced his 3D printed…
Exclusive Interview: Shapeways Introduces New CEO, Vision to Bridge the Gap in 3D Printing and Design
Back in August, Shapeways co-founder Peter Weijmarshausen stepped down as the company’s CEO. During the transition phase, COO Tom Finn has served as interim CEO. Today, the company announces that a permanent…
3DCompare Connects Innovative Professionals with 3D Printing Service Bureaus
If you are new to the world of 3D printing, it doesn’t take too much exploring these days to learn that a wide range of tools and resources are available—and…
3D Printing News Briefs: January 26, 2018
We’ll get the business out of the way first in today’s edition of 3D Printing News Briefs, then move on to some award news and a new 3D design challenge….
R&D Tax Credit Aspects of 3D Printing Lighting Products
The lighting industry is using LED technology to completely change its product offerings. 3D printing enables lighting manufacturers and lighting designers to achieve product innovation, process innovation and improved inventory…
Morphi Rings in the New Year With New Materials Tool
Morphi, the 3D design app for education, has become increasingly versatile. Over the past year, the Morphi team has integrated AR and VR into the program and integrated it into…
Shapeways CEO Speaks Out For Net Neutrality
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC), headed by the uniquely irritating Ajit Pai, recently voted to overturn Obama-era net neutrality regulations. This is not particularly surprising given the current president’s manic…
3D Printing Trophies and R&D Tax Credits
A positive company culture develops from how employees are treated and valued for their contributions. Once goals are achieved, individuals are often awarded for their accomplishments. The purpose of a…
Etsy Shop Offers Custom 3D Printed LEGO Jewelry to Accessorize Your Every Mood
Christmas is right around the corner, which mean it’s high time to start buying all of your gifts…unless you’re one of those people who doesn’t procrastinate and already has all…
