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Discover the latest news, tips and tricks on 3D printing. We continually analyze and test new products and materials, in order to guarantee the traceability and quality of our entire catalog, sharing our conclusions and experience on our blog.

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20/04/2021

Z-ULTRAT: beyond ABS

Z-ULTRAT is one of the innovative materials developed by Zortrax. This blend of ABS and PC has a lot to offer both in the manufacture of functional prototypes and in the production of final parts.

Z-ULTRAT: beyond ABS

12/04/2021

Development of electric motorbikes using SLS 3D printing

A number of R&D projects are currently being brought to life by desktop SLS 3D printing, which offers precision, durability and repeatability. A team of students at AGH University of Science and Technology has developed several electric motorbikes with parts 3D printed using SLS technology.

Development of electric motorbikes using SLS 3D printing

05/04/2021

5 innovative materials for FDM 3D printing

Compilation of the 5 most innovative and original materials for FDM 3D printing today, either for specific properties or for offering a differentiated finish.

5 innovative materials for FDM 3D printing

29/03/2021

3D printing to repopulate coral reefs

A research team from the University of Hong Kong is developing a system of 3D printed structures made from sustainable materials to aid coral reef replenishment.

3D printing to repopulate coral reefs

22/03/2021

PP3D, a filament with great medical and dental potential

Recreus PP3D filament is a material with great potential for medical and dental applications, providing the opportunity for these sectors to manufacture their own resources tailored to their needs.

PP3D, a filament with great medical and dental potential

17/03/2021

IdeaMaker, a powerful and simple laminating software

IdeaMaker, the powerful laminator developed by Raise 3D, expands its options by allowing the application of textures to model surfaces via a 2D image.

IdeaMaker, a powerful and simple laminating software

09/03/2021

PolyTerra: An ecofriendly PLA filament

Polymaker has opted for the development of a more environmentally friendly filament, taking care of every detail to create a sustainable and high quality product: PolyTerra.

PolyTerra: An ecofriendly PLA filament

01/03/2021

Soluble filaments for support

Nowadays it is possible to find a multitude of soluble filaments for support, however it can often be difficult to choose the most suitable one. In this post we explain the different alternatives available and how to select the most suitable one.

Soluble filaments for support

22/02/2021

E-ring, a 3D printed device for glucose monitoring

Scientists at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens have developed a 3D printed device for patient-friendly and non-invasive glucose monitoring.

E-ring, a 3D printed device for glucose monitoring

17/02/2021

10 reasons to choose desktop SLS 3D printing

SLS 3D printing technology is currently the most advanced. We give you 10 reasons to bet on it.

10 reasons to choose desktop SLS 3D printing

10/02/2021

Silencio, a 3D printed book

"Silencio", a 3D printed tactile book that seeks to democratise reading to make it accessible to everyone.

Silencio, a 3D printed book

02/02/2021

Open and closed solutions in 3D printing

There are 3D printer manufacturers that offer closed systems limited to the company's own products while others follow a more open philosophy. However, not everything is black and white and the choice of one model or the other depends on the type of user and their needs.

Open and closed solutions in 3D printing