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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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Meet the Ultra 2
miniFactory’s New 3D Printer is Factory Ready with Software to Ensure Print Quality

The latest version of miniFactory's high-temperature FDM 3D printer has some impressive performance enhancements engineers will appreciate. See the tech specs & pricing.

by Carolyn Schwaar Nov 15, 2022
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Professional 3D Printers: 6 Easy Steps to a Purchasing Decision

With so many 3D printers, how do you decide? Our six-step guide covers everything you need to know about technology, materials, and brands.

by Carolyn Schwaar Nov 3, 2022
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Between Model & Print
Beyond Cura Slicer: 3D Printing Build Prep Software for Pros

Robust build prep software – proprietary or third-party – makes a huge difference in getting successful 3D prints. Learn what the best can do.

by Carolyn Schwaar Oct 20, 2022
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3D Print with Biocompatible Materials

What are the biocompatible 3D printing resins, filaments, and metals and how do you know when your product requires them? Let's take a look.

Oct 17, 2022
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3D Printed Custom Silver Jewelry Becomes an Influencer Trend

Tech-enabled jewelry start-up is feeding demand for merch from next-gen celebrities with a platform for on-demand 3D printed jewelry.

by Carolyn Schwaar Oct 11, 2022
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Repair Anywhere with Mobile Metal 3D Printing

A new tactical-model, container-size metal 3D printer is ready to deploy anywhere and 3D print critical metal parts in a matter of hours.

by Carolyn Schwaar Oct 6, 2022
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Eco Resin Advancements
3D Printing with Recycled Resin

To achieve higher sustainability in 3D printing, we’re inching closer to a print-melt-print process for photopolymer resins.

by Carolyn Schwaar Sep 28, 2022
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Metal Jet S100
Is HP Now Revolutionizing Metal 3D Printing, Too?

HP's new S100 multi-machine integrated metal 3D printing system for volume part production aims to revolutionize metal 3D printing for industry, automakers, and consumer products. Do they finally have the right formula?

by Carolyn Schwaar Sep 21, 2022
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Inkspire 2
Zortrax Targets the Shop Floor With New Desktop Resin 3D Printer

With its new Inkspire 2 resin LCD 3D printer, Zortrax aims to leave consumers behind and invites professionals to take it for a spin.

by Carolyn Schwaar Sep 21, 2022
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Stepping Up?
Creality’s New Sermoon D3 Might Be Its First Real Pro 3D Printer

Designed for industry, Creality is convinced its newest 3D printer with custom materials from Forward AM has the heat and speed to deliver for engineers.

by Carolyn Schwaar Sep 9, 2022
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Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM) – The Ultimate Guide

Understand DfAM and find the best strategies, software, and training to put it to use in designing better products and parts with AM in mind.

by Carolyn Schwaar Sep 5, 2022
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Poised to Disrupt
16 3D Printing Entrepreneurs Reach Semi-Finals at Forward AM Innovation Award

From 3D printed ballet shoes and bicycle seats to 3D printed robotic arms and homes, innovation enabled by 3D printing is everywhere. 

by Carolyn Schwaar Aug 30, 2022
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Better Than Styrofoam
How to Make a 3D Printed Architecture Model

No amount of drawings, blueprints, or digital 3D models can replicate the real-life perspective that you get with your own 3D printed architecture models. 3D printing makes it easier, faster, and more accurate.

Aug 23, 2022
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Silicone Additive Manufacturing
New 3D Printer for Silicone Targets Healthcare Industry, Prototypes

Spectroplast, the Swiss company that’s been 3D printing silicone as a service for years, just launched its first 3D printer.

by Carolyn Schwaar Aug 16, 2022
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Pittsburgh Engineering Students Welcome Giant 3D Printer for Metal

Already slated to produce spare parts for the U.S. Army, the University of Pittsburgh's new Gefertec is bigger than some students' apartments.

Aug 10, 2022
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Eco Construction
3D Printed Mud Walls & Pots That Sprout

Water this 3D printed dirt – made from what's in your backyard – to grow walls and structures instead of building them.

by Carolyn Schwaar Aug 5, 2022
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Melts Away
Infinite Promises Faster Water-Soluble 3D Print Supports Than PVA

New dissolving support filament may print better even when moist and then naturally dissolve in just room-temperature tap water. 

by Carolyn Schwaar Jul 29, 2022
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Aerospace Case Study
Fleet of 3D Printed Satellites Set to Expand Global Connectivity

Using part design only manufacturable via 3D printing, Fleet Space lowers the cost and size of communication satellites while boosting their power.

by Carolyn Schwaar Jul 22, 2022
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AM Ventures Set to Fund More Entrepreneurs Transforming the World with 3D Printing

Industrial 3D printing venture capital fund hits €100 million, dedicated to start-up company seed and growth funding.

by Carolyn Schwaar Jul 20, 2022
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Pro Print Tips
3D Part Design to Eliminate Warp

If managing heat, ensuring strong bed adhesion, and adjusting your slicer settings aren't fixing warp in your 3D printed parts, change your design.

Jul 19, 2022
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