Spare Parts 3D launches new AI-powered 2D-to-3D model digitization tool
French software start-up Spare Parts 3D (SP3D) has launched the beta program of Théia, its new digital tool that can automatically create 3D models fr…
EOS enables serial production with the new M 290 1kW metal 3D printer
Munich-based 3D printer manufacturer EOS has announced the launch of the EOS M 290 1kW laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) 3D printer. An upgraded ve…
AM Forum Berlin 2024 to see HP debut its new material
After announcing its partnerships with DyeMansion and Accel Digital Solutions (ADS), HP is set to exhibit 3D printed parts made from a new material tailored for its industrial 3D polymer solutions, at…
Inside 3D Printing Hong Kong 2014 Review
Inside 3D Printing, the world’s leading and most prolific 3D printing conference & expo, landed in Hong Kong for the first time this week. After reporting recent successful shows in Korea and Melb…
TeVido Extends Breast Tissue Bioprinting Research into Nipple Grafts
Last year, Rachel introduced us to a firm called TeVido BioDevices, which, at the time, was beginning research into 3D printing breast tissue for those who had undergone mastectomies, as a result of b…
CGtrader Contest Seeks the "Zuckerberg of 3D Printing"
Online 3D models marketplace, CGTrader, has hosted some interesting design challenges in the past, like the 3D printed meme contest covered earlier this year, but their latest challenge has higher asp…
New 3D Printing Cafe For London
Makers in London had reason to celebrate last week during the launch party of Makers|CAFE, which featured live music, free drinks and 3D printers in action. The new 3D printing themed cafe is a ventur…
The 3D Printed noPhone May Just be the Tech Gadget that Saves your Social Life
Are you one of those people that constantly fiddles with your smartphone instead of talking to your friends? Well thanks to 3D printing we now have the noPhone, a device that the manufacturers insist …
German 3D Printed Jewellery Marketplace Stilnest Strikes Gold
Stilnest has announced that it has just secured investments in the “high six figure” range to expand its operation and increase its online advertising. Currently the company offers more than 100 uniqu…
Widespread Use of 3D Printed Models Keeps Lowering the Barriers to Complex Surgeries
The use of 3D printed models to help doctors and even medical students prepare for surgeries has been a strong driver of 3D printing adoption; now that 3D printing is becoming more accessible worldwid…
Maker Stories Takes Us From Printed Press to 3D Printing with Erik Spiekermann
When I interviewed Mr Tim Heller, Stratasys’ VP of Global Channel Development he told me a very interesting truth: 3D printing is not here to replace all current means of production just like new medi…
New Tech Centre for Graphene R&D and Production is Open for Business
The official opening of a unique 225,000 square foot Innovation Park technology research centre sees the new home of Graphene specialist Grafoid Inc’s pipeline including MesoGraf research and developm…
Avio Spins GEnx Jet Engine Blades with EBM 3D Printing Technology
There is an axiom, or mantra if you will, that holds true for detectives and trends in industry: follow the money. While GE continues its massive funding of additive manufacturing, engineers at the It…
Concept Laser Confirms Above 40% Growth and Receives Bavarian Award
In July, when I visited Concept Laser, Frank Herzog, the company’s President, CEO and founder, told me they were set to grow by more than 40% this year and showed me the huge new facility built to mee…
Avante Technology Releases Fabricatus 3D Printer Controller
Avante Technology, which recently released its own line of 3D printing materials, has expanded its presence in the DIY 3D printing community with the launch of a new controller board for desktop 3D pr…