Even plant-based PLA often marketed as "green" requires industrial composting facilities to truly decompose. This new material breaks down in ordinary landfills in under five years.
Opening the doors to full material control within your 3D printing workflow, Creality's desktop filament-creation system is now live on Indiegogo.
Polish filament manufacturer Rosa3D has launched two new foaming filaments: PLA LW Aero and TPU Flex LW. Both rely on active foaming chemistry – a blowing agent embedded in the filament – to expand the extrusion at printing temperatures.
The Wohlers Report 2026 reveals a massive industry pivot: 3D printing services are now the primary growth engine, with the Asia-Pacific region leading the global charge at nearly 20% expansion.
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The Roamr TPU Air HR (High Rebound) filament series is set to deliver dynamic power in a lightweight profile, bridging the gap between aesthetics and functionality.
Coming in at just 345g, the weight of a full 12-oz can of soda, the 3D printed and CNC machined crankset from Alugear is bound for production.
3D printing is a deeply satisfying process, but the mono-material prints can be a little dull. If you’re printing a self designed gift for someone this Christmas, considering being a bit extra and add some tactility with fabrics and other flexible materials.
The tech giant wants to offer an affordable entry point. Eagle-eyed engineers will notice the "new" machines look suspiciously like 3DGence workhorses.
Prusa Research’s effort to make the act of 3D printing ultra-convenient took a big step forwards recently with an update to the company’s EasyPrint service enabling connection to some third-party printers. Just don't expect it to work with your Bambu Lab machine anytime soon.
Bambu Lab's Parametric Model Maker, available via MakerWorld, now enables creators to upload and edit Fusion (.f3d) parametric model files.
Spare bits and pieces remaining from a Prusa MK4S to Core One upgrade? You probably have all you need for an unofficial Voron Switchwire.
A new RepRap 3D printer that its creator endearingly calls "the next small thing" was presented at Fab25, and its timing is impeccable.
It's official. Snapmaker is joining the color-printing party with the U1, a four-toolhead 3D printer that it says offers 5x the speed, and 80% less waste.
Siraya Tech expands its flexible material portfolio with a nylon-elastomer filament that delivers higher rebound, reduced weight, and enhanced chemical resistance.
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The system will consist of vetted creators who set their own licensing terms and subscription costs, delivering 3D models through the popular repository.
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Explore the world of One Piece with unique 3D prints featuring Luffy and his crew! Check out our favorite One Piece 3D prints.
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