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In the world of desktop FDM 3D printing, one of the most important resources at your disposal is the means to search for printable 3D files such as STLs. Today, the industry has become home to a whole host of…

According to a report from the International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and Associations (IFPMA), in 2022 combined “direct, indirect and induced effects” of the global biopharmaceutical industry led to a contribution of $1.838 trillion to the world’s GDP with spending…

One of the increasingly important ways that additive manufacturing is being used in outer space is for the creation of better parts for satellites. Satellites are critical for our way of life, with an estimated 9039 currently orbiting earth as…

One of the most important American artists of the 20th century, Jackson Pollock has played a decisive role in shaping contemporary art. Known for his abstract expressionism, he was an artist who stood out because of his drip painting technique.…

South African artist Gert-Johan Coetzee caused quite a sensation at the world-famous Miss Universe pageant in El Salvador in mid-November. He designed the gown for Bryoni Govender, who represented South Africa. For the finale, the model wore the creation which…

Happy 3D Printing Day! Yes, you heard right! Coined back in 2013 by GE with the catchy line “going 3D on D3,” the third day of December has become a time to reflect on the additive manufacturing industry and marvel…

Though the first thing that comes to mind for many when you mention ceramics is pottery or porcelain, technical ceramics are actually some of the strongest and toughest materials on Earth. Broken into two categories, oxides and non-oxides, the main…

Part of the reason additive manufacturing (AM) has been able to grow so steadily and become ever stronger since its origins in the 80s is because of the people involved. This is especially the case when it comes to organizations…

We have already told you about the use of additive manufacturing in numerous sectors. This includes of course applications in aerospace, medicine, construction and automotive, among others. In addition to these sectors, it has also found its way into the…

It has been almost two years since the war in Ukraine started. Despite media and general interest seeming to taper off, the war continues. But, the Ukrainian army is continuing to resist despite long periods of clashes with the Russian…

“How can we provide our customers with the best possible support for their tasks with a new machine?” – This question is at the beginning of all product development at ALPHA LASER GmbH. The company has set itself forth as…

Even as additive manufacturing continues to expand worldwide, it is undeniable that the largest market for 3D printing is the United States. Indeed, the country regularly tops the list for not just the largest installed base of 3D printers in…