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Navigating the Future: How Canada Regulates 3D Printing for Health and Safety

Navigating the Future: How Canada Regulates 3D Printing for Health and Safety

3D printing has transitioned from a niche hobby to a significant industrial process in Canada, raising new public health and safety concerns. As the technology becomes widely accessible, awareness of potential hazards associated with 3D printing, such as the emission of fine dust and organic compounds, has prompted regulatory scrutiny. In response, Health Canada and […]

Revolutionizing Motorsport Manufacturing: The Impact of 3D Printing Technology

Revolutionizing Motorsport Manufacturing: The Impact of 3D Printing Technology

A St Helens-based manufacturer, Magnum Motorsport Composites, is investigating how 3D printing could change its manufacturing processes within the motorsport industry. The company participated in a regional showcase organized by the Made Smarter North West program at CNC Robotics’ facility in Bootle, where they learned about the advancements in additive manufacturing. Andy Knowles, the director […]

Bambu Lab Unveils Impressive Seven-Nozzle 3D Printer, But American Fans Will Have to Wait

Bambu Lab Unveils Impressive Seven-Nozzle 3D Printer, But American Fans Will Have to Wait

Bambu Lab has recently launched its new 3D printer, the H2C, which features a unique seven-nozzle system designed with magnetic swappable heads and inductive heating. This innovation allows for high-speed nozzle changes on the right side of the machine, enhancing the efficiency of the 3D printing process while minimizing filament waste through improved purge handling. […]

The Dark Side of 3D Printing: Kids and the Rise of Untraceable Ghost Guns

The Dark Side of 3D Printing: Kids and the Rise of Untraceable Ghost Guns

With the rise of 3D printing technology, law enforcement officials are increasingly concerned about its use among young people to create untraceable firearms known as "ghost guns." These weapons can be produced at home using easily accessible printing devices and materials, making it challenging for authorities to monitor and trace such firearms. The issue has […]

iFixit Explores the Innovative 3D-Printed USB-C Port of the iPhone Air

iFixit Explores the Innovative 3D-Printed USB-C Port of the iPhone Air

Following Apple’s recent revelations about its 3D printing processes for the Apple Watch Series 11 and Ultra 3, iFixit has delved into the specific techniques used for the new iPhone Air, particularly its 3D-printed USB-C port. iFixit’s teardown of the iPhone Air highlighted a unique “chainlink-like, circular surface pattern” found at the micro level, which […]

Revolutionizing 3D Printing: The Future of Modify-After-Print Technology

Revolutionizing 3D Printing: The Future of Modify-After-Print Technology

New advancements in 3D printing technology are set to revolutionize the industry, allowing for greater flexibility and sustainability. Researchers at the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) have developed a novel reversible resin that functions as a real-life "undo" button for 3D printing. This groundbreaking resin hardens when exposed to blue light but can be reverted […]

Exploring Apple’s Innovative Use of 3D Printing in Apple Watch and iPhone Air Production

Exploring Apple’s Innovative Use of 3D Printing in Apple Watch and iPhone Air Production

Apple recently announced its innovative use of 3D printing technology in the production of several devices, including the Apple Watch Ultra 3 and the new iPhone Air. This technique involves creating products layer by layer using 100% recycled aerospace-grade titanium powder, which significantly reduces material waste. With 3D printing, Apple has managed to cut raw […]

Stratasys Makes a Comeback in Metal 3D Printing with Tritone Innovation

Stratasys Makes a Comeback in Metal 3D Printing with Tritone Innovation

Stratasys has made a significant move by re-entering the metal 3D printing market through an investment in Tritone Technologies. This decision aligns with Stratasys’s strategy as a leader in polymer 3D printing, now aiming to complement its offerings with industrial-grade metal solutions. According to Stratasys CEO Yoav Zeif, customers in sectors such as government, defense, […]

University 3D-Printing Spinout Attracts Investment from Global Additive Manufacturing Leaders

University 3D-Printing Spinout Attracts Investment from Global Additive Manufacturing Leaders

A University of Nottingham spinout that focuses on advanced 3D-printing research, Added Scientific, has recently secured strategic investment from two prominent figures in the additive manufacturing sector, Brent Stucker and David Leigh. This backing underscores the company’s ambition to commercialize its expanding range of products developed from research conducted at the university’s Centre for Additive […]