The EU Council updates the law on industrial designs created by 3D printing

This week, the Council of the European Union established its position on the planned amendment to the Directive on the…

6K Additive wins five-year contract for US Army Development Command

6K Additive - a division of 6K Inc. and a leader in the sustainable production of metal powder 3D printing…

BLT – a Chinese manufacturer of 3D metal printers, records revenue growth by +58% in the first half of 2023.

BLT (Xi'an Bright Laser Technologies) - a leading Chinese manufacturer of 3D metal printers, recorded revenues of USD 60.22 million…

The role of automated post-processing of parts made using SLS and MJF methods in prototyping and small-batch production

To fully exploit the potential of powder additive manufacturing technologies - SLS and MJF, effective post-processing of printed parts is…

Prusa MINI now prints at incredible speeds – we tested it and it actually works!

Prusa MINI is the smallest and cheapest 3D printer offered by the Czech manufacturer, which combines absolute minimalism of design…

The financial director of 3D Systems resigns – the vice president of the company will temporarily take over his position

The fiasco of talks on the merger of 3D Systems with Stratasys is starting to take its first toll. Michael…

New recycling technology breaks down mixed plastics

A team of American scientists has developed a novel method for transforming non-recyclable plastic mixtures into useful chemicals. Scientists managed…

An influential consulting company opposes the merger of Stratasys with Desktop Metal, claiming that 3D Systems’ offer is better

Reuters news agency reported that ISS (Institutional Shareholder Services), an influential proxy advisory firm, recommended Stratasys shareholders reject the proposed…

BMW uses ExOne 3D printers and Binder Jetting technology in engine production

BMW is one of the pioneers in the use of 3D printing technology, using 3D printers since the early 1990s.…

Comparison of the finishing efficiency of 3D prints made using SLS and MJF powder technologies

The most popular plastic additive techniques in the area of industrial production are SLS (Selective Laser Sintering) and MJF (Multi…

The number of patent applications for 3D printing grew eight times faster than the average for all technologies

The European Patent Office (EPO) has published a report stating that there has been a rapid increase in 3D printing…

Fashion designer Jayne Pierson presents a revolutionary fashion collection, created in collaboration with Stratasys

Fashion designer Jayne Pierson presented her latest collection at London Fashion Week, featuring a mix of Celtic mythology, sustainable fashion…

FreeFORM becomes the owner of the largest fleet of Desktop Metal 3D printers

In the shadow of a potential merger with Stratasys, Desktop Metal announced the sale of its Binder Jetting Production System…

A statue of Angela Merkel on a horse, 3D printed from concrete, collapsed after two years…

During her 16 years as chancellor, Angela Merkel was seen as one of the greatest and most respected leaders of…

BLT revolutionizes tungsten carbide 3D printing

In early 2023, the Chinese company Bright Laser Technologies (BLT) officially launched the 3D printing process using tungsten carbide. This…

3D Systems urges Stratasys shareholders to vote against merger with Desktop Metal, and Nano Dimension announces it will do just that

On Wednesday, we reported that Stratasys had finally ended talks with 3D Systems regarding a possible merger, at the same…

Report from the Małopolska 3D Printing Days conference

On September 13, 2023, the first edition of the Małopolska 3D Printing Days took place at the Mościce Art Center…

Farsoon launches the UT252P – an SLS 3D printer with the ability to work with polymers with a melting point above 340°C

Farsoon - a Chinese manufacturer of 3D printers for 3D printing from powdered polymers and metals, announced the implementation of…

Nexa3D implements the possibility of 3D printing in metal

Nexa3D - a manufacturer of ultra-fast 3D polymer printers, is entering the metal 3D printing segment, integrating the unique technology…

Automated post-processing in SLS/MJF technology for advanced parts personalization

The German company DyeMansion offers a wide range of post-processing technologies that are crucial for personalizing 3D printed parts. These…

Much ado about nothing… Stratasys finally ends merger talks with 3D Systems

The last few months have been full of twists and turns of the acquisition of Stratasys by Nano Dimension and…

Formlabs introduces two new, innovative 3D printing resins: silicone 40A and aluminum oxide 4N

Formlabs announced the launch of two new resins: Silicone 40A and Alumina 4N, intended for Form 3+ 3D printers. Additionally,…

Replique creates custom wheelchairs, printed on demand using HP MultiJet Fusion technology

The German manufacturing company Replique used HP Multi Jet Fusion technology to change the way wheelchairs are designed and manufactured,…

UltiMaker appoints a new CEO

UltiMaker announced Michiel Alting von Geusau as its new CEO. The company, which was formed following last year's merger of…

BLT supports the development of methane and liquid oxygen engines at i-Space

Chinese 3D metal printer manufacturer Bright Laser Technologies (BLT) has used metal powder laser fusion technology to produce piping components…

The oil cooler duct in the Lexus LC500 will be printed using HP Jet Fusion technology

SOLIZE Corporation has announced that parts printed by the company on HP Jet Fusion 3D printers will be used in…

Desktop Metal announces special shareholder meeting to vote on merger with Stratasys

On September 28, 2023, Desktop Metal will hold a special meeting of its shareholders to vote on the proposed merger…

3D Systems releases announcement regarding partnership with Align Technology

3D Systems issued a statement regarding the company's ongoing cooperation with Align Technology - an American manufacturer of 3D scanners…

Nano Dimension shareholders renew the terms of all directors

Nano Dimension shareholders voted at the company's annual general meeting for the re-election of directors and did not accept the…

The impact of advanced post-processing methods on reducing the time of additive production

The key barrier in the adaptation of additive manufacturing in mass production of final elements is production time. While 3D…