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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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01/02/2022

3D printed furniture: Functionality and sustainability

The manufacture of furniture using 3D printing offers numerous advantages for both designers and end users. This article unveils some of the possibilities offered by this manufacturing method in the furniture sector.

3D printed furniture: Functionality and sustainability

26/01/2022

What to take into account when 3D scanning an object

When 3D scanning an object, the user must take into account several useful factors when choosing the right equipment and, if necessary, using additional tools or products.

What to take into account when 3D scanning an object

11/01/2022

10 ways to improve Steam skills with Mayku Formbox

With the help of devices, tools and games, it is possible to foster STEAM skills in children and teenagers both at home and in schools. An example of this is Formbox, which allows a multitude of projects to be carried out to learn complex concepts in a practical way.

10 ways to improve Steam skills with Mayku Formbox

18/11/2021

Success case Aquasys 180 as a soluble support for advanced filaments

Advanced filaments for industry typically lack compatible support materials due to their high melting points. However, Infinite Material Solutions now offers a new soluble support material meeting these criteria, enabling complex part manufacturing with FDM 3D printing.

Success case Aquasys 180 as a soluble support for advanced filaments

05/10/2021

Equipment to internalise processes

Desktop manufacturing equipment helps users to control their production process from start to finish without having to rely on external companies to produce professional quality products.

Equipment to internalise processes

13/07/2021

How to include thermoforming in the prototyping process

Thermoforming is a process that consists of heating a sheet or sheet of thermoplastic, so that when it softens it can be adapted to the shape of a mould by the action of pressure and vacuum. This is undoubtedly an enormously versatile and relatively inexpensive manufacturing process, very widespread in industry and very useful in the prototyping process.

How to include thermoforming in the prototyping process

29/06/2021

Adhesion problems and solutions in FDM 3D printing

There are a number of different adhesion products available, but the most common are spray adhesives, vaporisers and liquid adhesives. In this article you can find some of the most common problems that the user may encounter when using adhesive products to adhere to the base.

Adhesion problems and solutions in FDM 3D printing

22/06/2021

FDM 3D Printing Success Story with Adura X

There are a multitude of materials with advanced properties, perfect for applications in sectors such as engineering. RGNT-Motorcycles has chosen Adura X filament for the manufacture of its motorbike parts, here's why.

FDM 3D Printing Success Story with Adura X

15/06/2021

How to calculate the cost of 3D printed parts printed with SLS technology?

As with other 3D printing technologies, in SLS 3D printing it is crucial to know what the printing costs will be for each 3D printed part. This article explains how to know the approximate costs of 3D printing with the SLS 3D printers Sinterit Lisa and Sinterit Lisa Pro.

How to calculate the cost of 3D printed parts printed with SLS technology?

08/06/2021

PPprint and the manufacture of 3D printed polypropylene parts with FDM technology

Polypropylene (PP) is one of today's most valued plastic materials, but offers certain difficulties when it comes to 3D printing. PPprint offers a range of products to optimise the process of 3D printing parts from this material.

PPprint and the manufacture of 3D printed polypropylene parts with FDM technology

01/06/2021

Metal filaments: Filamet and Ultrafuse

Ultrafuse and Filamet are the metallic filament ranges from renowned manufacturers BASF and The Virtual Foundry. We analyse the differences, advantages and disadvantages of these materials.

Metal filaments: Filamet and Ultrafuse

25/05/2021

3D scanners

In this post we will make a small introduction to the world of 3D scanners. We will explain what types there are, how they work and how to get from the point cloud to the final digital model.

3D scanners