Markforged has announced two key additions to its ecosystem: the Metal X Gen 2, and an over-the-air software update for Metal X 3D printers called Next Day Metal, which unlocks twice the print speeds for same-day production. Metal X Gen2 The Metal X Gen 2 is an updated version of
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Markforged has announced an all-new 3D printer they describe as the “biggest, fastest and most sophisticated 3D printer Markforged has ever produced.” It’s called the FX20, and it will be shown off at Formnext this November. Markforged is revealing very little about their mysterious new printer, so FX20 specifications
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3DGence makes 3D printers for industrial applications. They address a need within the engineering and design industries for 3D printers that can print materials across a very wide temperature range (190°C to 500°C). The neat thing about 3DGence printers is you only need one printer to do it. They have
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Markforged HQ has certainly been busy over the past few months with three new printers plus a new software update for their metal printers recently announced. Here’s a quick update below. If you want any further information, please book a discovery call with our Markforged specialists Kevin Askew or Ian Smith. Book a
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Ultimaker has added PETG filament to its material portfolio, unlocking exciting new manufacturing possibilities for designers. PETG is one of the most versatile plastics in the world. It is most commonly used to manufacture food and drink containers. It is a copolymer, combining the properties of PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) with
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Most of us know Lush Cosmetics best for the divine smells that emanate from their stores and their incredible range of hair and skincare products. But have you ever wondered what goes into developing those delightful products? For years, Lush developed products by hand. Teams of designers would create master
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Formlabs has announced Nylon 11, a new nylon powder for the Fuse 1 3D printer. Nylon 11 is engineered for parts that need to take an impact – it is ductile, flexible and impact-resistant, making it ideal for functional prototypes and production parts. The significant difference between Nylon 11 and
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When you think about 3D printing, you probably envision a thermoplastic being printed layer by layer. This is fused filament fabrication, and while it is the most common type of 3D printing, it is but one of more than a dozen types. For engineering applications that demand metal parts, Markforged
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The Formlabs Tough and Durable resin family comprises three resins: Tough Resin 2000, Tough Resin 1500 and Durable Resin. These resins are for prototyping functional models and parts that look, feel and behave like high-performance plastics. All resins in this family are supported by the Form 3 and Form 3L.
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The world’s coral reefs are under attack from rising sea temperatures. A spike of 1-2°C in sea temperatures over several weeks kills coral, causing bleaching and turning it white. It is estimated that 90% of coral reefs could be dead by 2050. Coral reefs are important for several reasons –
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