3D Systems Corporation announced their latest multi-year partnership agreement with the world renowned Smithsonian Institution to provide 3D printing services and technology. The Smithsonian is the world’s largest museum and research complex, with 19 museums, 9 research centres and more than 140 affiliate museums around the world. This latest agreement supports the Smithsonian’s efforts to ensure the accessibility of its vast and diverse collections through exploring the possibilities of 3D representations.
President and CEO of 3D Systems, Abe Reichental said: “We are honored and excited to be part of this visionary Smithsonian initiative, to increase the visibility and accessibility of our national treasures for all. The Smithsonian has shown both foresight and technological leadership in embracing the potential of 3D printing to preserve and showcase today’s and tomorrow’s collections, making them readily available to a global audience while demonstrating the power of 3D content-to-print in a compelling and meaningful way”.
3D Systems is a leading manufacturer of 3D printers and 3D printing solutions globally, and is considered to be one of the founders of additive technologies over 25 years ago with the invention of Stereolithography. According to 3D Systems, this agreement with the Smithsonian underscores the company’s commitment to place its technology, services and solutions in the hands of organisations focused on enhancing knowledge and enabling access to the power of 3D printing.
About 3D Systems Corporation
3D Systems is a leading provider of 3D content-to-print solutions including 3D printers, print materials and on-demand custom parts services for professionals and consumers alike. The company also provides CAD software and plugins, and affordable consumer create-and-make printers, apps and services. Its expertly integrated solutions replace and complement traditional methods and reduce the time and cost of designing new products by printing real parts directly from digital input. These solutions are used to rapidly design, create, communicate, prototype or produce real parts, empowering customers to create and make with confidence.
About the Smithsonian Institution
Founded in 1846, the Smithsonian is the world’s largest museum and research complex, consisting of 19 museums and galleries, the National Zoological Park and nine research facilities
