Stratasys introduced black color ULTEM 9085, a high-performance thermoplastic, for use in its FDM additive manufacturing (or 3D printing) process. From SABIC Innovative Plastics, this material is strong, light in weight, and has other desirable … [Read more...] about Stratasys adds Black ULTEM 9085 thermoplastic for 3D printing
Additive Manufacturing
3D Printer for the Hearing Aid Market
EnvisionTEC, Inc., a leading manufacturer and distributor of patented 3D rapid prototyping and manufacturing solutions, unveiled its latest 3D printer for the hearing aid market, the Perfactory® Micro DSP (Digital Shell Printer). According to the … [Read more...] about 3D Printer for the Hearing Aid Market
Additive Manufacturing Users Group Conference, Register now
The Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) today announced that online registration is now available for its 2013 conference, which will be held in Jacksonville, Florida, from April 14 – 18, 2013. The users group conference, now in its 25th year, … [Read more...] about Additive Manufacturing Users Group Conference, Register now
Commercial developer chooses 3D printed car models over CGI
by Terry Persun, Technology Journalist Recently, Edmonds.com created a new commercial that used 3D printed models to aid in the communication meant to illustrate the company’s commitment to consumers. White Room Artifacts, LLC was hired to create … [Read more...] about Commercial developer chooses 3D printed car models over CGI
Intellectual property rights and 3D printing—much ado about nothing?
3D printing and intellectual property protection or rights is back in the news again, thanks to Nathan Myhrvold, former Microsoft CTO and now owner of Intellectual Ventures, a company that “believes that ideas are valuable” and therefore works at … [Read more...] about Intellectual property rights and 3D printing—much ado about nothing?
3D printing and the “next industrial revolution”
According to Chris Anderson, “Makers” will be the next, or third, industrial revolution. (Anderson recently published his third book: Makers: The New Industrial Revolution.) Lots of pundits and bloggers have forecast that manufacturing, as we know … [Read more...] about 3D printing and the “next industrial revolution”
Will 3D printers go home?
Will 3D printers become the newest must-have home accessory or not? This debate has lately taken on a zealous edge. I think both sides are missing an obvious point. Take a look at the average engineering office. How many … [Read more...] about Will 3D printers go home?
Which resin produces fast, inexpensive parts for FDM in aerospace applications?
SABIC’s Innovative Plastics business announced that its strong, lightweight, flame-retardant ULTEM 9085 resin now helps to address one of the biggest challenges for aerospace OEMs – the ability to produce small volume parts quickly and … [Read more...] about Which resin produces fast, inexpensive parts for FDM in aerospace applications?
Edison Nation and Stratasys Partner for Ninth Annual Extreme Redesign 3D Printing Challenge
Stratasys (NASDAQ: SSYS) is kicking off its 2013 Extreme Redesign 3D Printing Challenge in partnership with online inventor community, Edison Nation, which operates the hit TV show, Everyday Edisons. In its ninth year, the contest invites students … [Read more...] about Edison Nation and Stratasys Partner for Ninth Annual Extreme Redesign 3D Printing Challenge
Mcor introduces the Matrix 300+ color 3D printer
Mcor Technologies Ltd, manufacturer of the only line of paper 3D printers in the world today announced the launch of the Matrix 300+, lowest cost, highest quality, most eco-friendly 3D printer that is now 3 times faster! The Matrix 300+ extends … [Read more...] about Mcor introduces the Matrix 300+ color 3D printer