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Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi reveal how a 130-year-old welding giant is quietly leading the future of large-scale metal 3D printing. The post Lincoln Electric at AM Strategies Conference: Turning Talk into Industrial Reality appeared on Fabbaloo.
RAPID + TCT 2026 reveals a turning point in additive manufacturing: Discover why hybrid manufacturing, design for additive, and operational maturity are now defining success. The post From Hype to Execution: What RAPID + TCT 2026 Really Showed About Additive Manufacturing appeared first on Shapeways Blog.
Today we’re taking a closer look at the Anycubic Photon P1, a resin printer that isn’t just entering the arena, it’s aiming to shift the standards entirely. With its modern industrial aesthetic, fully enclosed design, and true plug‑and‑play workflow, the Photon P1 presents itself as a serious tool for makers who expect both speed and […] The post Anycubic Photon P1 Hands-on Review: Features, Setup and Print Results appeared first on 3DWithUs – 3D Printing, Scanning, Design Guides & Forums.
Researchers propose a hollow spiral lattice architecture that improves both heat transfer and load bearing, a combination AM operators need. The post Hollow Spiral Lattice Design Marries Thermal And Mechanical Performance appeared on Fabbaloo.
Holcim has announced that a 12-unit residential structure, ViliaSprint² in Bezannes, France, was finished in a year. Nice to see that people seem to be properly building structures rather than...
Researchers at the University of Nottingham are using 3D printing to learn how human cells sense and react to their surroundings. The project focuses on cells involved in healing, like...
A very curious patent has been registered by Bambu Lab. The post Bambu Lab Patent Points to New Filament Handling System for Flexible TPU Materials appeared on Fabbaloo.
With this acquisition, EOS says it further strengthens its strategic focus on materials, particularly in response to the growing demand for titanium additive manufacturing.
"They each share a high regard for AMUG and the overall AM industry, and they are willing to share their knowledge with others."
“These updates are a direct response to recent customer feedback around domestic supply, expedited parts access, predictable pricing, and support they can count on.”
Slant 3D has launched a new take on 3D print services they call “Slant Box”. The post Slant 3D Redefines 3D Printing Services With Slant Box Concept appeared on Fabbaloo.
The whole 3D printing workflow was on display in Boston at RAPID+TCT last week, from design software and 3D printing hardware all the way to post-processing and finishing solutions. For...
DyeMansion says it is developing a compact Powershot system that could bring industrial depowdering and surface finishing to smaller polymer 3D printing operations. The post DyeMansion Teases Compact Powershot Post-Processing System appeared on Fabbaloo.
Researchers at Northwestern University have developed 3D printed neurons that can send signals to real brain cells and get a response back. According to the team, the printed structures could...
Previously, I wrote about the disruption of US military power. Since then, events have required a reassessment. The US is clearly in decline, and a death spiral is occurring that...
So far in 2026, the most significant shift in the additive manufacturing (AM) industry is also the subtlest: after years in which various enterprises, organizations, and government agencies have trended...
Charles R. Goulding and Aaron Rofe examine how US Forged Rings’ massive North Carolina investment signals a new era of vertically integrated, US-based manufacturing. The post Forging the Future: USFR’s US$875 Million Bet on American Steel appeared on Fabbaloo.
EINSTAR is an independent brand supported by SHINING 3D, a manufacturer with over 20 years of experience in high-precision 3D metrology. SHINING 3D focuses on the research, development, manufacturing, and application of industrial 3D scanning hardware and software with high accuracy. SHINING 3D brings over 20 years of experience from the field of metrological 3D […] The post SHINING 3D’s New Scanners: EinScan Rigil Lite, EINSTAR Rockit, and More appeared first on 3DWithUs – 3D Printing, Scanning, Design Guides & Forums.
A new research paper describes an automatic calibration method that lets multiple robotic 3D printers work together on the same build with less setup and better alignment. The post Researchers Automate Calibration For 3D Printer Swarms appeared on Fabbaloo.
Discover why post-processing in additive manufacturing is essential for scaling from prototype to production. Learn how finishing services improve quality, performance, and consistency. The post From 3D Printing to Production: Why Post-Processing and Value-Added Services Matter in Additive Manufacturing appeared first on Shapeways Blog.
What features are going to disappear on desktop 3D printers in the coming years? The post Which Desktop 3D Printing Features are on the Way Out? appeared on Fabbaloo.
3D Systems just introduced a very interesting resin 3D printer, the SLA 825 Dual. The post 3D Systems Launches SLA 825 Dual With Dual-Laser Technology appeared on Fabbaloo.
I first saw the Snapmaker U1 at a trade show, and what stood out immediately was how compact it felt for a toolchanging system. Seeing it in person already gave a sense of what Snapmaker was aiming for with this machine. Now, with the unit on my desk, it is time to see how it […] The post Snapmaker U1 3D Printer: Hands-On Testing with Multicolor Print Examples appeared first on 3DWithUs – 3D Printing, Scanning, Design Guides & Forums.
If there ever was evidence that 3D print technology is ready for mass manufacturing, Photocentric just presented it. The post Photocentric Expands Jeni System to Enable High-Volume Resin 3D Printing at Industrial Scale appeared on Fabbaloo.
Rice University researchers have found a way to 3D print using focused microwaves. Published in Science Advances, Professor Yong Lin Kong and his team believe the technology could be used...
In the past few weeks, activity around 3D printed weapons in the U.S. has increased across several fronts. States including California, Colorado, New York, and Washington are moving forward with...
UItiMaker will be the exclusive distributor of Tectonic3D filament in North and South America. Tectonic makes high-performance materials for defense available on desktop 3D printers. It has been working with...
This week’s selection is the Minimalist Tick Remover by Printables contributor override2231. The post Design of the Week: Minimalist Tick Remover appeared on Fabbaloo.
Researchers unveiled an LPBF aluminum alloy that stays strong and creep resistant up to 400C with no heat treatment. The post LPBF Aluminum Alloy Adds Heat Resistance And Ductility appeared on Fabbaloo.
Conversations, launches and tidbits from the show floor, for this month's Members Only bonus episode of the Additive Insight podcast, TCT Editors Laura Griffiths and Sam Davies recap their time in Boston at RAPID + TCT. We get into key themes, new machines and software, the illusion that trade
HP has launched an entry-level MJF solution, the HP Multi Jet Fusion 1200 3D Printer Solution, which will be available in 2027. What is the 1200 exactly? What does it...
Last week, North America’s premier 3D printing trade show, RAPID+TCT 2026, came to Boston. I spent two days trekking the show floor, trying to see as much as I could,...
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week. The post Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, April 19, 2026 appeared on Fabbaloo.
In today’s 3D Printing News Briefs, SPE announced a collaboration to expand 3D printing education through its equipment grant program. Bambu Lab has retired its X1 Series of FFF 3D...
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe highlight how AI-driven tools like Wonder 3D are speeding up design workflows while expanding opportunities for R&D tax credits across digital fabrication. The post The Beginning of Prompt-Based Manufacturing? A Look at Wonder 3D appeared on Fabbaloo.
Bambu Lab has introduced a new feature to enable multiple colour shades. The post BambuStudio Update Adds Color Mixing appeared on Fabbaloo.
A new industry forecast from CONTEXT shows continued stress on professional 3D printer manufacturers. The post CONTEXT Report Shows Decline in Professional 3D Printers as Entry-Level Segment Surges appeared on Fabbaloo.
There have been a number of developments in the 3DCP world lately, some good, some, well, not so good. The post 3D Construction Printing Sees Growth, But Also Project Setbacks appeared on Fabbaloo.
RAPID + TCT 2026 wrapped up yesterday, but the show floor proved there’s a lot happening across the additive manufacturing (AM) space, especially when it comes to new hardware and...
In 2024, we wrote about golfer Bryson DeChambeau, who turned to 3D printing to make custom clubs for himself. Rather than find a big-name sponsor (he was temporarily without), he...
Earlier this year, the Department of Defense (DOD) broke ground on its biggest additive construction (AC) project to date, aiming to complete ten new barracks at Texas’s Fort Bliss US...
There’s yet another new application for 3D printing, but this one has to be filed in the “do not do this” category. The post Amazon Returns Incident Reveals New 3D Print Application appeared on Fabbaloo.
A new research paper looks at hybrid-filler polymer composites that raise thermal conductivity while remaining printable. The post Hybrid Filler Composites Boost 3D Print Heat Flow appeared on Fabbaloo.
Nikon AM Synergy has gotten a DLA contract under the JAMA IV IDIQ Pilot Parts Program. The contract with the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is a step forward for Nikon...
Engineering and manufacturing company GKN Aerospace has partnered with the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), committing $8.4 million to a new initiative called Titanium Industrialization and Technology Advancement for Near-net Additive Manufacturing (TITAN-AM). The program is designed to utilize wire-based laser metal deposition (LMD-w) for real-world aerospace production, with a particular focus on building…
I’ve been thinking about the X2D announcement from Bambu Lab, and I believe it could be a turning point for the industry. The post Bambu Lab X2D Signals Potential Shift Toward Consumer-Focused 3D Printing Market appeared on Fabbaloo.
First combined event recognises innovators and leaders in additive manufacturing.
A recent secondary-market listing suggests some once-expensive industrial FFF systems may now be worth almost nothing, a shift that says a lot about aging hardware, leasing risk, and pressure from newer low cost alternatives. The post Used Industrial FFF Printers May Be Hitting a Brutal New Reality: Near-Zero Resale Value appeared on Fabbaloo.
Someone has developed a solution to a 3D printing problem I don't think we realize we had. The post A 3D Printer Mod That Changes Simplifies Prime Lines appeared on Fabbaloo.
I’m a fan of trinckle, the German startup that offers super easy-to-use tools for creating customized jigs, fixtures, and other 3D printed products. With trinckle, it’s not just designers who...