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Carolyn Schwaar

Carolyn Schwaar is All3DP’s senior editor and a journalist with more than 25 years of experience covering technology, startups, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

Since joining All3DP in 2020, she has written across the full breadth of 3D printing, including industrial additive manufacturing, desktop 3D printers, and hands-on product reviews. Her work covers 3D printing technologies, emerging applications, materials, software, workflows, business trends, and interviews with leading industry experts.

Her reporting helps engineers, designers, manufacturers, and 3D printing enthusiasts understand how 3D printing is evolving, what tools and materials are available, and where the technology is being applied.

Carolyn also has an additive manufacturing column in Forbes.com.

Reach out to Carolyn at pro@all3dp.com or connect via LinkedIn.

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Hustle 2 Disrupt
Bambu Lab H2D Review for Business Users: Good for Production Parts, Struggles With Large Parts

We took the H2D for a spin to find out if it has the features and functions companies need for prototype and production parts.

by Carolyn Schwaar Mar 25, 2025
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Rapid + TCT 2025
All the New 3D Printers at Rapid + TCT 2025

More than a dozen 3D printers have launched since the last Rapid +TCT Expo in June 2024. Here's your list of the latest to check out at this year's event.

by Carolyn Schwaar Mar 23, 2025
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Born in the U.S.A.
American-Made 3D Printers, 20+ Leading U.S. Brands

It's never been more important to think about where your 3D printer is manufactured and how accessible spare parts and materials will be. Looking to manufacture in the U.S.? Get a 3D printer that's American made.

by Carolyn Schwaar Mar 22, 2025
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A Family of FDMs
UltiMaker 3D Printers Compared: S8, S7, S5 & Factor 4

With the recent launch of the UltiMaker S8, the company’s Factor 4 in 2024, and the S7 in 2023, you may be wondering: What’s the difference between all of these UltiMakers?

Mar 20, 2025
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Made in Germany
Bosch’s $6M Metal 3D Printing Gamble

Speed, precision, flexibility, and energy efficiency are among the reasons for the massive infusion of capital into metal 3D printing, says Bosch. There's a brand new Nikon SLM Solutions NXG XII 600, too.

by Carolyn Schwaar Mar 20, 2025
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Resin & Metal
Phrozen’s New Sonic Dental 3D Printers Aim for Accessibility

The Phrozen Sonic CS+ and LS+ resin 3D printer — along with a metal 3D printer and accessory equipment — are billed as "Your First Step Into Professional Dental 3D Printing."

by Carolyn Schwaar Mar 15, 2025
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Just Launched!
All the Top Professional 3D Printers Launched in 2025

It's been a slow start to 2025 for 3D printer launches but the pre-Rapid TCT launch season is just ramping up. Take a look!

by Carolyn Schwaar Mar 13, 2025
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It's a Girl!
Sinterit’s Faster New SLS Is Under $20K

The compact Suzy 3D printer from Sinterit debuts as the lowest-priced SLS on the market.

by Carolyn Schwaar Mar 13, 2025
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Platinum's Potential
How One Stunning Platinum Necklace Represents the Apex of 3D Printed Jewelry Today

Direct metal 3D printing jewelry is at the crossroads of the jewelry industry's embrace of innovation and fear of losing traditional hand skills.

by Carolyn Schwaar Mar 12, 2025
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Off to the Races
UltiMaker’s Just-Launched S8 Is Its Fastest Ever

Exclusive interview with UltiMaker product manager reveals the innovations behind the company’s updated flagship FDM 3D printer that's just as fast as Bambu Lab's X1E.

by Carolyn Schwaar Mar 11, 2025
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Certified to Sail
Navy Aircraft Carrier Outfitted with Huge Metal 3D Printed Valve

Metal 3D printing is redefining the fundamentals of shipbuilding as more parts are certified for installation onto critical Navy vessels.

by Carolyn Schwaar Mar 6, 2025
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Scan Anything, Anywhere
The New FreeScan Trak Nova, a Swiss Army Knife of Scanners

Shining 3D launches its most advanced industrial portable scanning solutions in the new FreeScan Trak Nova and FreeScan Trak ProW.

by Carolyn Schwaar Mar 5, 2025
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Lighter, Better, Faster
GE Catalyst Turboprop Engine with 3D Printed Parts Gets FAA Certification

GE greenlights for production a game-changing engine with multiple 3D printed parts contributing to best-in-class performance.

by Carolyn Schwaar Mar 3, 2025
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CAM On the Go
Onshape’s New Cloud-Native CAM is Cooler Than You May Think

By leveraging the cloud, Onshape CAM Studio eliminates the efficiency barriers of installed, file-based systems to deliver faster results accessible anywhere.

by Carolyn Schwaar Feb 27, 2025
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On The Road Again
All3DP Magazine at AM Forum Berlin 2025: Covering the Latest in EU Additive Manufacturing

Connect with All3DP and the top thought-leaders and companies in 3D printing from across the EU at AM Forum in March.

by Carolyn Schwaar Feb 27, 2025
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Printing for Profit
How To Sell Your 3D Prints on Amazon

A step-by-step guide to becoming a successful Amazon 3D printing entrepreneur including what to 3D print and sell.

by Carolyn Schwaar Feb 20, 2025
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Full Smile
Multicolor, Multi-Material Denture 3D Printer New From 3D Systems

The NextDent 300 offers realistic dentures direct from the 3D printer with no assembly and promises to accelerate production at dental labs.

by Carolyn Schwaar Feb 20, 2025
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Aiming to Export
Metal Binder Jetting for Around $70K, New From EasyMfg

As metal binder jetting technology matures, printer manufacturers aim to lower prices, making the technology more accessible.

by Carolyn Schwaar Feb 17, 2025
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Stone Cold Stainless Steel
Quick Start Guide to Stainless Steel 3D Printing

Looking to 3D print stainless steel parts? Explore the technologies, printers, and services that make it possible at any budget.

by Carolyn Schwaar Feb 17, 2025
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Buyer's Guide
Advantages of Industrial FDM 3D Printers Over Desktop Rivals

Industrial FDM 3D printers are not just overgrown desktop units; they're staking a claim in modern manufacturing with new levels of reliability.

by Carolyn Schwaar Feb 13, 2025
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