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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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From Waste to Wonder
Provocative 3D Printed Statue to (and of) Plastic Waste

Designers R3direct create a massive 3D printed statue using post-consumer waste to bring attention to recycling and mental health.

by Carolyn Schwaar Sep 3, 2024
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IMTS 2024 Preview
3D Printer Makers & Services Court Manufacturers at IMTS 2024 in Chicago

Additive and traditional manufacturing technologies mingle under the same roof at the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS)

by Carolyn Schwaar Sep 3, 2024
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Get in on the Ground Floor
How to Launch a 3D Print Farm: Tech & Business Tips

Whether you're using two printers or 20, find out how to launch a 3D printing business from successful entrepreneurs.

Aug 29, 2024
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Continuous Fiber Meets Metal
One 3D Printer for Metal & Continuous Carbon Fiber New From Markforged

It was only a matter of time before Markforged merged its continuous carbon fiber technology with its metal filament technology into one 3D printer.

by Carolyn Schwaar Aug 27, 2024
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The Silver-Lined Cloud
The Real Cost of 3D Printing Services?

3D printing services are more affordable than you may think, especially if you follow these tips to avoid overpaying.

by Carolyn Schwaar Aug 26, 2024
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Automation Advancements
AI Algorithms Set to Replace All Those 3D Printer Settings

New research highlights the dawn of something transformative coming for the predictability and quality of 3D printing.

by Carolyn Schwaar Aug 23, 2024
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3D Printing Technology Guide
All the Types of 3D Printers: A Complete Guide

Confused about the various types of 3D printers and what they do? We cover all machine varieties from hobby-level to industrial.

by Carolyn Schwaar Aug 21, 2024
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Custom Order
How to 3D Print Manifolds and Pipes for Professional Use

Need a custom or common manifold or discontinued spare part connector? 3D printing is ideal for all types of fluid and gas applications.

by Carolyn Schwaar Aug 9, 2024
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Executive Insights
Stratasys CEO on Manufacturing with Purpose, Refocusing Service, and Embedding Sustainability

All3DP sits down with Stratasys CEO Yoav Zeif for a conversation on the company's current strategy and the critical role that customer feedback and sustainability play in the refocused Stratasys organization.

by Carolyn Schwaar Aug 7, 2024
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3D Printing Brass
Quick Start Guide to Brass 3D Printing

From jewelry to pipe fittings, 3D printing in this versatile material is a challenge that new technology and material options are now addressing.

by Carolyn Schwaar Aug 7, 2024
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Laser Focus
The Complete Guide to SLS 3D Printing

Selective laser sintering (SLS) is the leading 3D printing technology for functional polymer parts. Learn how it works and which 3D printers do it best.

by Carolyn Schwaar Aug 2, 2024
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Most In-Demand Metal
5 Copper 3D Printing Services We Recommend

From heatsinks and inductors to coils and jewelry, copper opens up new possibilities. We put copper 3D printing services to the test!

by Carolyn Schwaar Aug 1, 2024
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Make it in Metal
Quick Start Guide to Metal 3D Printing

Learn why and how to 3D print with metal, plus how to choose the right metal 3D printer or service for your application.

by Carolyn Schwaar Jul 31, 2024
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Precious Metal Printing
How to 3D Print Silver Jewelry & Sell It (Without Shapeways)

Want to design and 3D print and sell your own silver jewelry? There are a growing number of service options online.

by Carolyn Schwaar Jul 25, 2024
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Metal Part Quotes
Metal 3D Printing Service Prices: 4 Projects Compared at 7 Services

How expensive is metal 3D printing? We took four projects to several services to see who has the best price and how the ordering process really works.

by Carolyn Schwaar Jul 24, 2024
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Get It 3D Printed
10 PolyJet 3D Printing Services We Recommend

PolyJet 3D printing enables intricate details and lifelike colors. Check out our recommendations for PolyJet 3D printing services.

Jul 24, 2024
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Know Your Print Tech
FDM vs MJF 3D Printing: Decision Maker’s Guide

Take a look at the real differences between these two 3D printing technologies in terms of buying a printer and ordering at a service provider.

by Carolyn Schwaar Jul 23, 2024
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Stratasys’ New DentaJet XL 3D Prints up to 102 Models at Once

Equipped with larger resin cartridges, an expansive print tray, and a "Super High-Speed" mode, the DentaJet XL is designed to streamline high-volume dental model production.

by Carolyn Schwaar Jul 16, 2024
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Formlabs Acquires Budget Desktop SLS Competition Before It Even Launches

The college students that just developed a selective laser sintering 3D printer set to sell for under $4K, now work for SLS machine leader Formlabs.

by Carolyn Schwaar Jul 15, 2024
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Masters of MJF
MJF 3D Printing Service Costs: 5 Projects Compared

Looking for the most affordable, reliable 3D printing service to deliver parts using Multi Jet Fusion technology? We’ve done the legwork for you.

by Carolyn Schwaar Jul 11, 2024
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