Category: 3D Printers

Democratization of 3D printing and disruptive innovation are among some of the slightly vague, but recognizable, terms that those who follow the 3D printing / additive manufacturing (AM) industry have probably encountered. So, what is the practical translation of these…

For a long time now, Zortrax has been known for the M200 3D printer, a popular, well-received desktop machine that has earned Zortrax a reputation for reliability. The M200 has remained a consistent favorite, and one that we had a…

If you hear the name Nikon, your first thought is probably photography. The company, which celebrates its 100th anniversary this year, is well known for its cameras, though it does make other things such as microscopes, binoculars and even metrology…

Two years ago, the World’s Advanced Saving Project, aka WASP, announced that it would be starting work on what seemed like an extremely far-fetched, if not impossible, project – 3D printing an entire village. To be constructed in Massa Lombarda, Italy,…

In 2015, AON3D arrived in the 3D printing world with a very large 3D printer. The AON boasted not only a big build area but big capabilities, with two independent print heads and the ability to 3D print with a variety…

Rapid Additive Forging (RAF) technology was introduced last year by Prodways Group as a fast, robotic 3D printing method used to print large metal components, particularly titanium. It takes some time to really get a new 3D printing technology off the…

One of the most outspoken advocates of open source philosophy in the 3D printing industry is Dr. Joshua M. Pearce, Associate Professor, Materials Science & Engineering and Electrical & Computer Engineering for Michigan Technological University (Michigan Tech). Dr. Pearce has completed a…

Tomorrow is Saint Patrick’s Day, so to kick things off on today’s 3D Printing News Briefs, we’re talking about beer, though it’s not green – Ripples is using 3D printing technology to personalize beer, the same way it’s done for…

[Photo: Sarah Goehrke] 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…

Four years ago, award-winning Polish 3D printer manufacturer 3DGence introduced its first 3D printer, also called the 3D Gence. The third wave 3D printing company has only moved up from there, partnering with video game marketplace G2A.COM on a service that allows gamers…