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As the end of the year approaches, we at 3Dnatives are taking a step back to analyze what has truly defined the additive manufacturing industry in 2025. It is already clear that this has been a year of technological maturity,…

CNPC Powder and automotive supplier Brose have entered a strategic partnership to promote sustainable, circular manufacturing in the automotive industry. This collaboration will convert steel scrap metal from Brose’s Chinese production lines into CNPC’s iron-based powders for additive manufacturing. This…

Commercial resin 3D printing was born in the United States, with Chuck Hull’s 1984 patent of stereolithography laying the foundation for an industry that continues to grow today. Since then, American companies have played a central role in advancing resin…

Each month, 3Dnatives spotlights a startup that is pushing the boundaries of 3D printing. As 2025 draws to a close, it’s time to choose which of these innovators will be crowned our official Startup of the Year. And the decision…

Today is a special one: 3D Printing Day! December 3rd is a chance to celebrate the strengths of additive manufacturing, look back at its progress, and take stock of the market. To mark the occasion, we’ve highlighted a few key…

The manufacturing industry has changed its rules: it’s not a question of relocating production and finding the cheapest possible labor anymore, but rather of finding a faster and more agile local model. In recent years, due to the pandemic and…

With 3D printing expanding and advancing daily, new jobs are constantly emerging. Have you ever thought about working in additive manufacturing? Or are you already an expert seeking a new challenge? Either way, we’ve collected five of this month’s most promising…

Another edition of Formnext has just come to a close, and not just any edition, but the tenth anniversary of the trade show. It was a great opportunity to take stock of market developments, the direction the industry is taking,…

After decades of building its reputation in polymer technologies, Stratasys is officially entering the world of metals and ceramics. The announcement comes alongside a strategic investment and a commercial agreement with 3D solutions manufacturer Tritone Technologies. What does the collaboration…

Against the backdrop of a slowing global economy, low-volume and customized production have become key strategies for companies to reduce development risks and quickly validate markets. 3D printing technology plays a central role in this process, leveraging its advantages of…

In a market filled with “all-purpose” 3D printers, the Chinese 3D printing solution provider PioCreat is taking a different approach. Its machines are tailored to the specific needs of an industry, from compact dental systems to large-format industrial printers. The result is a portfolio…

It’s impossible to miss the buzz around Formnext right now. The world’s largest additive manufacturing trade show opens its doors in just a few days, and excitement is building fast—just look at the flood of announcements from exhibitors. From product…