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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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Turbo Boost Classroom Projects with UltiMaker’s New Sketch “Sprint”

UltiMaker adds a third version of Sketch to its lineup, but what sets it apart? We sat down with UltiMaker to find out.

by Carolyn Schwaar Oct 22, 2024
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Unlocking Titanium 3D Printing

Get the latest insights into titanium 3D printing technology, material powders, printers, and services. Learn all you need to know!

Oct 11, 2024
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Stop Wasting Time & Money on the Wrong Filament

How do you know if your parts should be printed in PLA or PETG? How does PPA compare to PEEK in strength? We uncover the trick to finding out.

by Carolyn Schwaar Oct 9, 2024
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Why Adidas, Puma & Untitlab All Just Launched New 3D Printed Slip-Ons

Statement, sustainability, and style are all great reasons to retail 3D printed shoes, but will brands ever overcome the limited-edition hurdle?

by Carolyn Schwaar Oct 9, 2024
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The Biggest Hurdle in Complex Metal 3D Printing Isn’t the Metal or the 3D Printers

The journey of one marine engine cylinder head from concept to implementation highlights a new development that may accelerate metal 3D printing across industries.

by Carolyn Schwaar Oct 7, 2024
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How to Design for Better Large-Scale 3D Printing

With the right guidance, anyone can use large-scale 3D printing to bring big ideas to life. Find all you need in this comprehensive and practical guide.

Oct 2, 2024
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High-Temp Allrounder
What is PAHT-CF Filament & Why Print With It?

This mystery polymer may not be what you think it is, but it tends to perform nicely.

by Carolyn Schwaar Oct 1, 2024
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Silencing Prints
Can Your 3D Printer Refuse to Print a Gun?

The Biden Administration, in its attempt to stifle gun violence in America, wonders if 3D printers can be programmed to just not print guns.

by Carolyn Schwaar Sep 30, 2024
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Lithoz Launches Its Largest Ceramic 3D Printer

Print larger and series production ceramic parts with the new CeraFab System S320 vat polymerization 3D printer from Lithoz.

by Carolyn Schwaar Sep 26, 2024
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Formnext 2024: Everything You Need to See

A guide to getting the most out of your visit to Formnext 2024 for people in a hurry. Plus the new printers making their debut!

by Carolyn Schwaar Sep 26, 2024
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8 Stainless Steel 3D Printing Services We Recommend

We put the top providers to the test to uncover which had the best price, material selection, and service for stainless steel parts.

Sep 25, 2024
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Polymer Gold!
Prusa Launches PEI Filament for Extreme Conditions

To 3D print parts that withstand the heat and radiation of outer space or the harsh chemicals of the oil and gas industry, Prusa Polymers offers the new PEI 1010.

by Carolyn Schwaar Sep 20, 2024
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Make It Stiffer
3D Printing With Glass-Filled Materials – A Quick Start Guide

Learn how to 3D print with the strength and durability of glass-filled polymers, plus see which glass-filled material is right for your project.

by Carolyn Schwaar Sep 19, 2024
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Artec 3D’s New Spider “2” 3D Scanner Is Four Times Faster

With a capture speed of up to 30 frames per second, Artec's new scanner brings efficiency to high-resolution capture for industry and virtual reality.

by Carolyn Schwaar Sep 16, 2024
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CAD for the Masses
Creo Parametric Software: Big Picture & Free Download

You have a wide range of software to choose from for creating products and parts, so why would you choose Creo? We found a few reasons.

by Carolyn Schwaar Sep 12, 2024
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Industry Input
How the US Plans to Stop 3D Printed Gun Switches

The additive manufacturing industry secures a seat at the table regarding federal initiatives to halt 3D printing of gun parts.

by Carolyn Schwaar Sep 10, 2024
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Accessible Titanium
6 Trusted Providers for Titanium 3D Printing Services

Reduce your costs for titanium parts. Here are our picks for 3D printing services that have the skills and experience to 3D print titanium parts for your business.

by Carolyn Schwaar Sep 10, 2024
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Artec Point
Artec’s New Handheld Industrial 3D Scanner is Small and Affordable

With three modes to toggle between, Artec's new scanner called Point can capture nearly any object's scope and detail.

by Carolyn Schwaar Sep 9, 2024
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Formlabs Expands into Metal Part Casting with New Resin

A new material and workflow for industrial investment casting foundries aims to lower the cost and labor of making patterns and molds.

by Carolyn Schwaar Sep 6, 2024
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Stratasys’ New Resin 3D Printer Boasts Higher Accuracy, Reliability

The Origin Two, with a new 5K projector, is the company's newest solution for industrial production of injection-molding quality parts.

by Carolyn Schwaar Sep 5, 2024
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