3D Systems announced that together with Innovation Factory of Chicago, a member of the Clinton Global Initiative, CGI, it plans to power Chicago's bid to become an innovation hub and the design capital of the world. Under this exclusive agreement … [Read more...] about 3D Systems Joins Innovation Factory to Become Design Capital of the World
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3D Printing Leaders to speak at TCT Show Keynote Sessions
3D printing's most powerful global executives will deliver their personal insights during exclusive keynote addresses at TCT Show + Personalize, the UK's leading additive manufacturing, 3D printing and product development event. C-Level executives … [Read more...] about 3D Printing Leaders to speak at TCT Show Keynote Sessions
Binder jetting boasts high production speed and quantity
By Michael Jermann, Design World Editorial Intern Most 3D printers use an additive production process where material is deposited on a base and then layered over and over again to create an object. In binder jetting, typically a layer of powder … [Read more...] about Binder jetting boasts high production speed and quantity
3D Systems introduces injection molding-like direct manufacturing material
3D Systems (NYSE:DDD) announced a new plastic injection molding-like material– VisiJet® M3 Black for use in its ProJet® 3500/3510 professional 3D printers. VisiJet M3 Black further expands the range of use cases of the company’s ProJet printers into … [Read more...] about 3D Systems introduces injection molding-like direct manufacturing material
Proof that you should only use your 3D printer for business use
The following video from www.funnyordie.com is probably about to go viral, but it's a great sign when people can make fun out of all the commentary published in the last year about 3D printing. Please note, however, some may take offense to the … [Read more...] about Proof that you should only use your 3D printer for business use
Low cost 3D printer for metal additive manufacturing
Although you will have to speak to a sales rep to find out exactly how low-cost this new entrant into the 3D printer market is, the LENS 450 metal 3D printer is one of the first low-cost metal 3D printers available. The printer was developed … [Read more...] about Low cost 3D printer for metal additive manufacturing
Building Better Bosses
Princeton’s WordNet defines "emboss" as "raise in relief," and that’s exactly what a boss is: a feature raised above a surface. In plastic parts, bosses are typically used to assist in assembly, as a receptacle for a screw or threaded insert or as … [Read more...] about Building Better Bosses
FDM makes custom parts for UAVs
The use of direct digital manufacturing of parts in-house helped an embedded electromechanical products company meet critical deadlines for custom products. In the growing unmanned vehicle market there is increasing demand for technologies that … [Read more...] about FDM makes custom parts for UAVs
Firstcut CNC Machining Service Introduces New Materials
Proto Labs, Inc. announces the availability of several steel and stainless steel material options through its Firstcut CNC machining service. Customers can now upload their 3D CAD model at Firstcut.com, and select from several new metal materials … [Read more...] about Firstcut CNC Machining Service Introduces New Materials
Hexagon Metrology Releases the Leica Absolute Tracker AT402
Hexagon Metrology announced the release of the Leica Absolute Tracker AT402, the next-generation laser tracker based on the Leica AT401 product line. The ultra-portable 3D Absolute Tracker can be utilized for fully guided 3D measurement processes, as … [Read more...] about Hexagon Metrology Releases the Leica Absolute Tracker AT402