Market insights firm CONTEXT has reported a significant rise in 3D printer revenue despite the global number of shipments falling 4% over the same period. According to CONTEXT, income generated …
Researchers develop model that predicts how DED-repaired parts will perform
Engineers at the Tokyo University of Science (TUS) have developed a mathematical model capable of predicting the performance of Directed Energy Deposition (DED)-produced parts before they’re ever 3D p…
University of Nottingham team awarded £6M to develop 3D printing toolkit for the NHS
The UK’s Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) has awarded a team at the University of Nottingham £6 million to develop a toolkit that helps get 3D printing into the country’s hos…
BCN3D launches new generation Epsilon W27 and W50 3D printers: technical specifications and pricing
Spanish 3D printer manufacturer BCN3D has launched upgraded versions of its Epsilon W27 and W50 systems. Featuring an improved ventilation system, motor drivers, and mainboards, BCN3D’s new W27 …
Unique 3D printed Zeus-1 satellite container launched into orbit by SpaceX
Singapore-based 3D printing service provider Creatz3D has unveiled an innovative, ultra-lightweight satellite launch container. Developed alongside partners Qosmosys and NuSpace, the unique buil…
Sartorius buys 10% stake in 3D bioprinting technology developer BICO for €45M
Biopharmaceutical equipment supplier Sartorius has acquired a 10% stake in 3D bioprinting innovator BICO. Alongside Sartorius’ €45 million share acquisition, the firms have announced a collaboration t…
Bright Laser Technologies launches new 12-laser BLT-S1000 3D printer: technical specifications and pricing
Chinese 3D printer manufacturer Bright Laser Technologies (BLT) has announced the launch of a new large-format laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) system. Known as the ‘BLT-S1000,’ BLT’s most powerfu…
CES 2023: every major 3D printing update from this year’s consumer technology showcase
As its name might suggest, the Consumer Electronics Show or ‘CES’ is a tradeshow dedicated to highlighting the latest advances in mainstream consumer technologies. Over the years, the exhibition…
EVO 3D partners with ADAXIS and REV3RD to expand robotic pellet 3D printing range
UK-based 3D printer reseller EVO 3D has announced a significant expansion of its EVO TECH 3D Robot Printing Cell range. Launched last year, EVO 3D’s pellet 3D printing packages allow users to de…
Liberty Defense to beta test new HEXWAVE ‘ghost gun’ detection system on US campus
Threat deterrence system developer Liberty Defense has unveiled plans to beta test its latest product on the campus of a US university. Liberty Defense’s HEXWAVE screening portal is said to be c…