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Material Frontiers
Composite Materials: Driving 3D Printing to End-Use, Mass Production Parts

New insights into investment & growth opportunities in the additive manufacturing market for composite materials, 3D printers, and services.

by Carolyn Schwaar May 10, 2024
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Everything You Can Print With
Top 20 Most Popular 3D Printing Filament Types Compared

Learn which material properties each 3D printing filament has and how to pick the right one for the job.

by Carolyn Schwaar May 7, 2024
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Let's Be Clear
PVB Filament: All You Need to Know

Polyvinyl butyral (PVB) is a special 3D printing filament that can be layer smoothed. Read on to learn all about PVB filament!

May 3, 2024
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Electrons Attack!
Electron Beam Melting (EBM 3D Printing) – The Complete Guide

This specialized metal 3D printing process is the tool of choice for medical, industrial, and military applications.

by Nick Loth Apr 23, 2024
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Solid to Soft
Glass Transition Temperatures of PLA, PETG & ABS

Different materials go from hard to soft at different temperatures. Learn all about PETG, ABS, and PLA glass transition temperatures.

Apr 20, 2024
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All Natural
Is PLA Recyclable? – Simply Answered

A fantastic go-to material for 3D printing, is PLA recyclable? Help the environment (and possibly yourself) by learning all the details.

Apr 18, 2024
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The Perfect Purge
3D Printer Cleaning Filament: How to Use It

Clogged nozzles are painful. Read on to find out what exactly makes 3D printer cleaning filament special, and how to use it!

Apr 15, 2024
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Filament for Future
Print Smarter, Print Greener: How Eco-Friendly Filament Can Boost Your Business

Taking steps to reduce plastic waste is not only environmentally friendly, but a savvy business practice, too, as more consumers seek out companies making a commitment to sustainability.

Apr 15, 2024
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Hyper Sonic
Is High-Speed PLA Just a Gimmick?

Is it worth paying more for high-speed PLA than regular PLA, or is it more marketing than material science?

by Carolyn Schwaar Apr 11, 2024
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Precision Engineering
Army Engineers Harness Metal 3D Printing to Reshape America’s Aging Infrastructure

As American bridges, locks, and dams age, large-scale metal 3D printing steps in to provide faster, cheaper, and better replacement parts.

by Carolyn Schwaar Apr 3, 2024
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Spool Protection Squad
Filament Tangle on Spool: How to Prevent & Solve It

A filament tangle on a spool is a mess you don't want to have. Read on to find out how to fix or avoid it entirely!

by Lauren Fuentes Apr 1, 2024
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What Doesn't Melt You Makes You Stronger
Annealing PLA for Stronger 3D Prints: 2 Easy Ways

When it comes to making your prints stronger, all you need is some time and more heat. Read about annealing PLA and PLA heat resistance!

by Lucas Carolo Mar 29, 2024
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Feel the Tension
How to Respool Filament – Simply Explained

Resolve extrusion issues caused by a poorly wound filament spool! Learn how to properly respool your filament to prevent knots and tangles.

Mar 19, 2024
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Curing the PETG Blues
The Cura PETG Settings/Profile for Perfect Print

PETG is a durable, non-toxic filament that can be difficult to print. Learn how to find the Cura PETG settings/profile for your needs!

by Jackson O'Connell Mar 14, 2024
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No Strings Attached
PETG Stringing: 3 Simple Solutions

PETG is a great material to 3D print with, even if it is a little stringy. Read on for three easy ways to fix PETG stringing!

Mar 9, 2024
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Modern Molding
3D Printing Injection Molds – The Ultimate Guide

Discover the cost, speed, and design benefits of 3D printing molds and rapid tooling for injection molding, vacuum forming, and other molding processes.

by Carolyn Schwaar Mar 3, 2024
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Need for Speed
The Best 3D Print Speed Settings for PLA & More

Tuning your PLA print speed can be tricky. Learn how to find the perfect print speed settings for PLA and more materials!

Mar 2, 2024
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Everything You Need to Know
Best Desktop-Size Carbon Fiber 3D Printers: Our 10 Picks

Looking for an affordable desktop-size carbon fiber 3D printer for strong-like-metal parts? Check out our buyer's guide to find the best for your business.

Feb 29, 2024
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Multi-Lattice Applications
3D Printed Titanium Breakthrough for Strength Applications

RMIT University uncovers a multi-topology lattice design for metal 3D printing set to drive a new era of lightweight industrial applications.

by Carolyn Schwaar Feb 27, 2024
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Stay Safe in There
Is 3D Printer Resin Toxic? All You Need to Know

3D printer resin can affect you and the environment. Learn if 3D printer resin is toxic and how to keep yourself and the planet safe.

Feb 11, 2024
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