Z Corporation will demonstrate a range of 3D printing and 3D laser scanning technologies at this year’s RAPID 2011 Conference & Exposition in booth #404. From ZPrinters that pump out multicolor concept models, to ZBuilder Ultra rapid … [Read more...] about A closer look at Z Corp, at RAPID
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Wohlers reports 3D printing industry growth of 24.1%
Wohlers Associates, Inc. has published Wohlers Report 2011, an annual global study on the additive manufacturing (AM) and 3D printing state of the industry. The new report documents the latest developments in additive manufacturing technologies, … [Read more...] about Wohlers reports 3D printing industry growth of 24.1%
Custom training can be key to accurate reverse engineering
You might think that working with 3D scanners is easy and intuitive. That depends on the application. For a Naval Air Station (NAS), custom on-site training was critical to improving its reverse engineering process. Engineers and machinists at the … [Read more...] about Custom training can be key to accurate reverse engineering
Creaform partners with Geomagic
Creaform, a leader in 3D portable optical measurement technologies and 3D engineering services, announced a new partnership with Geomagic. From now on, CBD’s Gemini and MegaCapturor ditigizers will be bundled with Geomagic Wrap 12. The Creaform 3D … [Read more...] about Creaform partners with Geomagic
Manufacturers increase their use of 3D scanning technology
As manufacturers increasingly use 3D scanning technology, companies like INUS Technology, Inc. (www.rapidform.com) report strong earnings. INUS recently announced that its worldwide revenue for the first quarter of 2011 represents a 38% jump from the … [Read more...] about Manufacturers increase their use of 3D scanning technology
Automotive 3.0—the next revolution in prototyping and design?
The automotive industry used to be a source for design innovation. It could be again, and very soon. One company, Local Motors (LM) is working on creating the next generation of auto manufacturing. It has developed an interesting business model … [Read more...] about Automotive 3.0—the next revolution in prototyping and design?
Quickparts® launches new E-Commerce portal
Quickparts®, a 3D Systems company (NASDAQ: TDSC), released a new online customer portal that has more user functions, including instant access to quote and project history. QuickQuote® 2.0 gives you complete access to your account activity. Your … [Read more...] about Quickparts® launches new E-Commerce portal
How copying could get home-use 3D printing in trouble
I’ve learned not to say that some new idea or technical innovation won’t happen. Take the “home-use 3D printer market,” for example. At some point, it will become an item almost as ubiquitous as the home PC printer (who knows, someone might take the … [Read more...] about How copying could get home-use 3D printing in trouble
Converting to 3D scanning, one company’s experience
A Minnesota company designs and manufactures a unique line of small electrically powered watercraft inspired by the enjoyment of personal recreational experiences up-close in the land of 10,000 lakes. In the land of 10,000 lakes, small, … [Read more...] about Converting to 3D scanning, one company’s experience
RAPID 2011; Simthsonian Curator and founding fathers of additive manufacturing to speak
A Smithsonian curator and the CEOs of four companies who have pioneered the development of additive manufacturing will be featured speakers at RAPID 2011 Conference & Exposition in conjunction with the 3D Imaging event, at the Hyatt Regency in … [Read more...] about RAPID 2011; Simthsonian Curator and founding fathers of additive manufacturing to speak