MyMiniFactory Launches Crowdfunding Campaign for Open-Source Slicer

MyMiniFactory, a curated 3D printing community where independent designers and brands sell digital models, has launched a crowdfunding campaign to fund the development of a free, open-source resin slicer. The project rejects subscriptions, paywalls, and data harvesting practices, aiming to…

Is SLS the new stainless? Not just yet… Hands-on with the Kairod 3D Printed watch

By Oscar Milani Gallieni, 3D Printing Industry. Watches and plastic, two words not commonly seen in the same sentence, however Kairod, a small French watch manufacturer is pushing the envelope here with a sustainable handmade watch, printed predominantly with SLS…

Me Next launches Kickstarter for “groundbreaking” 3D printed sneaker

For a deeper-dive into additive manufacturing, you can now subscribe to our Youtube channel, featuring discussion, de-briefs and shots of 3D printing in-action. Hong Kong-based footwear design start-up Me Next has announced the launch of an eponymously-named sneaker with “groundbreaking”…

3D Printing Industry News sliced: 3D Hubs, BEAMIT, Fusetec, HP, LulzBot, SISMA, Zortrax

In this edition of Sliced, the 3D Printing Industry news digest, we cover the latest business developments, partnerships, and acquisitions across the additive manufacturing industry. Today’s edition also features the latest medical innovations, a 3D printed electric mini-car, and HP’s…

WonderCutter uses 40,000 vibrations a second to cut plastic with ease

WonderCutter is a handheld ultrasonic cutter that combines razor blades with a 40-kilohertz ultrasonic vibration to make cutting plastic as easy as cutting cheese. Launched by Korean manufacturer Cutra, the WonderCutter claimed the Gold prize at the International Exhibition of…

VIT desktop SLS 3D printer funds in just 30 minutes on Kickstarter

The VIT is a desktop SLS 3D printer from Barcelona based developer Natural Robotics. Just 30 minutes after launching its Kickstarter campaign, the VIT reached its €28,000 goal and has since exceeded the asking six times over. At the time…

Zimple Kickstarter makes 3D printing safer for all

FDM 3D printers are taking an important place on the desktop across industry and at home. As with all electrical devices, it’s important to remain vigilant where safety is concerned, and Parisian startup company Zimple has come up with a…

$100 3D printer SparkMaker SLA reaches Kickstarter goal in 20 minutes

After launching on Kickstarter 27 July 2017 the SparkMaker desktop SLA 3D printer exceeded its $20,000 goal. As of the time of writing this article, the project has a total of 749 backers, a pledge fund of $145,732, and still…

3D printing on the go with Waggle on Kickstarter

Waggle is designed to be a 3D printer’s best friend. Created by ATEAM VENTURES, the camera device, now on Kickstarter, allows users to remotely control a build from any wifi connected location. It simply fits into an existing machine and…

Milkshake3D launching new SLA 3D printer on Kickstarter

3D printing company Milkshake3D has created a new SLA printer capable of smooth detailed prints. The machine combines high quality reproduction of designs with rapid production. As a result, the resin-based 3D printer has significant applications in the model making…