3D Scanning
Ralph Hermanns Uses Print Farms to 3D Print Orthotic Insoles at Scale
Ralph Hermanns of Podotherapie Hermanns started his podiatry practice in a small village in the south of the Netherlands. Now, he has grown the business to over 260 locations. Inside…
Optics Giant ZEISS Teams with Artec 3D for 3D Scanning Software
Artec 3D, the Luxembourg-based leader in the 3D scanner market, has partnered with German optics giant ZEISS to become a provider of ZEISS metrology software. The partnership will start with…
Vendor Managed Inventory for 3D Printing Introduced by Authentise
While additive manufacturing (AM) hardware continues to advance, much of the technology is already mature enough for large batch production. With AM Researcher’s “Opportunities in Additive Manufacturing Software Markets 2023”…
3D Printing News Briefs, June 8, 2024: Flame-Retardancy, Scanner Upgrade, & More
We’re starting with a new flame-retardant plastic powder by Siemens Mobility and the LEHVOSS Group, and then moving on to an Artec 3D 3D scanner upgrade and an automated quality…
US Army Contracts 3YOURMIND & Phillips Corp. for 3D Printed Tank Parts Identification
The US Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Ground Vehicle Systems Center (GVSC) has awarded 3YOURMIND and Phillips Corporation Federal Division a contract to develop part identification solutions for tanks….
3DPOD Episode 199: Collaborative Design with Graham Bredemeyer, CEO of CADchat
About a decade ago, entrepreneur Graham Bredemeyer started Collider, a company that combined the best of 3D printing with injection molding. Now he runs CADChat, which hopes to make sharing…
3D Scanning in Rwanda to Enable Custom 3D Printed Prosthetics for Children
Artec 3D, one of the world’s leading original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) of 3D scanning hardware, has partnered with nongovernmental organization (NGO) Humanity & Inclusion (HI) on a project centered around…
Nikon’s New Metal 3D Printer Uses 3D Scanning for Part Repair and Quality Control
Nikon has released the Lasermeister LM300A, a directed energy deposition (DED) system, along with the Lasermeister SB100 3D scanner. These two are designed to be used together. You can place…
Time Travelers’ Relics: 5 Spectacular 3D Printed Artifacts that Bring History to Life
Over the past decade, 3D printing and scanning have significantly influenced archaeology, providing new insights into historical research and artifact preservation. These technologies have not only unlocked new ways to…
FitMyFoot 3D Printed Insoles & Sandals Featured at Costco Roadshows
Everyone’s feet are different, which is why the random insoles you buy at the drugstore may not always help, and those cheap flip-flops aren’t doing you any favors either. Shaking…
Startup Accelerator: FITme Revolutionizes Cosmetic Surgery with 3D Printing
In additive manufacturing (AM), the personalized medical implant market is burgeoning, presenting an unprecedented opportunity within the aesthetic sector. This niche is ripe for disruption, with 3D printing offering tailored…
Shaping Success: Dynamism’s Dynamic 3D Printing Collaborations
Dynamism redefines success in 3D printing, extending beyond delivering products to provide expert advice and reliable post-sale support. Partnering with top manufacturers, Dynamism creates dynamic collaborations that support both customers…
2024 3D Printing Predictions from the Experts: Software & Beyond
Our focus within the additive manufacturing (AM) industry often centers on the 3D printer itself, but it’s important to remember that it’s just one element in a complex sequence of…
Scanning for Planning: How 3D Scanning Contributes to Supply Chain Resilience
The week after Thanksgiving, the Biden administration provided the world with major insight into what will be driving the White House’s activities in 2024 (beyond Biden’s campaign for reelection). The…
3D Printing News Briefs, December 9, 2023: Equity Crowdfunding, Archaeology, & More
In 3D Printing News Briefs, we’re sharing stories about business first, as DyeMansion reached a major milestone and Batch.Works launched an equity crowdfunding campaign. At formnext 2023, Wibu-Systems showcased its…
ORNL and RTX Develop Machine Learning In Situ Quality Control for Metal 3D Printing
Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) and defense/aerospace giant RTX (formed by the merger of Raytheon and United Technologies) have collaborated to develop a software solution utilizing machine learning (ML) for…
Now on Kickstarter: The World’s Lightest Standalone 3D Scanner, the Revopoint MIRACO
Finally, there’s a standalone 3D scanner that can capture both large and small objects without costing as much as a car. Revopoint 3D, a global pioneer in 3D scanning technology,…
3D Printing News Briefs, October 7, 2023: 3D Printed Submarine Parts, Model Sharing, & More
In today’s 3D Printing News Briefs, Bartlett Maritime Corporation and Additive Engineering Solutions are 3D printing submarine parts, and Bambu Lab is launching a new model 3D sharing site. Then…
Creality CR-Scan Ferret Pro: A User-Friendly and Cost-Effective Solution for 3D Scanning
Creality, a leader in the desktop 3D printing landscape, is expanding its suite of solutions by launching the CR-Scan Ferret Pro, a 3D scanner designed to streamline model acquisition. This…
Custom 3D Printed Prosthetic Keeps Cleo the Rescue Dog On Her Feet
Is there anything more heartwarming than a story in which 3D printing is used to help an animal? This one is even better than most, because it involves a rescue…
3D Diplomacy: Luxembourg’s Ambassador Visits Altem’s 3D Printing Hub in India
Altem Technologies, a leader in 3D printing and scanning, recently hosted a visit from Mrs. Peggy Frantzen, the Ambassador of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg to India. The meeting happened…
3YOURMIND to Accelerate Rapid Part Identifier for 3D Printing in Partnership with EOS
3YOURMIND, the US-German software company specializing in digital additive manufacturing (AM) inventories for on-demand production, announced that the company has partnered with EOS North America’s Additive Minds to accelerate 3YOURMIND’s…
3D Printing News Briefs, August 23, 2023: Sales & Distribution, Parametric Modeling, & More
In business news today, nano3Dprint announced its latest strategic distribution partnership in Asia, Snowbird Technologies is Meltio’s newest sales partner, and EOS North America launched its AMTurnkey Service. Continuing with…
Air Force Awards $1.25M Contract for 3D Printing In-Situ Monitoring Solution to Phase3D
The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) has awarded a contract to Phase3D, a Chicago-based startup specializing in in-situ monitoring (ISM) solutions for powder-based additive manufacturing (AM), to develop a quality…
