Adobe unveiled 3D printing capabilities in its Photoshop CC in January 2014. Through a simplified 3D print process, Photoshop CC let users produce print-ready 3D models using familiar Photoshop tools. Now Adobe has taken the next step with the … [Read more...] about Push the boundaries of color 3D printing
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Tips on using 3D printing for tooling
One issue with 3D printing for potential users is justifying the expense. Tooling (jigs and fixtures) are often an expensive, time involved, but highly necessary aspect of manufacturing. By using 3D printers to speed up the development of … [Read more...] about Tips on using 3D printing for tooling
A look at large build metal 3D printing
3dprinting vendors that work with metal materials and offer machines geared for manufacturing use are showing some impressive capabilities. For example, Sciaky, Inc., a subsidiary of Phillips Service Industries, Inc. (PSI), offers a number of … [Read more...] about A look at large build metal 3D printing
Researchers use 3D printer to make new materials
Missouri University of Science and Technology researchers are working to develop cyber additive manufacturing technology to create new metal materials that are stronger and lighter than conventional ones, which could make manufacturing more efficient … [Read more...] about Researchers use 3D printer to make new materials
Form 2 desktop SL 3D printer offers bigger build volume
Desktop 3d printers are an excellent and affordable way to prototype parts during the initial design iteration stages. For those engineers who do use desktop 3D printers, a popular choice is to use stereolithography (SL) technology. One of the … [Read more...] about Form 2 desktop SL 3D printer offers bigger build volume
New steel materials for 3D printing
Steel powder for 3D printing are high on the average engineer's list of desired materials. NanoSteel, a leader in nano-structured steel materials design, has just introduced its first powders designed for the binder jet 3D printing process. These … [Read more...] about New steel materials for 3D printing
3DP Unlimited redefined as 3D Platform
3DP Unlimited has evolved to become 3D Platform reflecting the company’s decision to offer more than just a 3D printer. 3D Platform will, in effect, be a “workbench and tool set that leverages the advantages of the open market.” The open … [Read more...] about 3DP Unlimited redefined as 3D Platform
Somos materials for EnvisionTEC 3D printers
3D printing materials can be key to the success, or not, of 3D printers. Thus, relationships are an important part of the continued growth of the 3D printing / additive manufacturing industry. Recently, EnvisionTEC and Royal DSM announced that the … [Read more...] about Somos materials for EnvisionTEC 3D printers
3D printing market expected to grow to $8.6 B in 5 years
According to the report titled "3D Printing Market (Technologies, Materials, Applications and Geography) - Global Opportunity Analysis and Forecast-2013-2020", from Allied Market Research, the global 3D printing market will reach $8.6 billion by … [Read more...] about 3D printing market expected to grow to $8.6 B in 5 years
3D printing Master Class: How to get the look without the cost
Engineers can choose from a number of different methods to help their 3D printed parts simulate the look of various metals without spending a lot of time, effort, or money to do so. Carl Dekker, president of Met-l-flo Inc. discusses several … [Read more...] about 3D printing Master Class: How to get the look without the cost