Welcome to the inaugural CADimensions Additive Manufacturing Podcast – your authoritative source for insights on metal 3‑D printing, military applications, and DLP technology. Show highlights: HP’s new 3‑D printers manufacture steel parts, not plastic. Introducing the original Prusa SL1 – an open‑

Stratasys has introduced FDM TPU 92A, a high‑performance elastomer that delivers exceptional stretch, compression, and tear resistance. Designed for manufacturers who demand long part elongation, superior toughness, and complete design freedom, this filament pushes the boundaries of what 3‑D printin

Welcome to the second episode of the CADimensions Additive Manufacturing Podcast, filmed in front of our brand‑new Desktop Metal 3D printer. In this episode we explore the latest breakthroughs in 3D‑printing technology, from Apple’s newest patents to cutting‑edge graphene supercapacitors.Apple Paten

In Episode 3 of the CADimensions Additive Manufacturing Podcast, we unpack the most influential 3D‑printing stories from November. From iconic luxury automakers to cutting‑edge medical devices, the sector is moving fast—and so are the conversations around safety and niche markets. Listen to our pod

The 3D printing sector continued its rapid evolution in 2018, driven by breakthroughs in materials, speed, and precision. From my standpoint, metal additive manufacturing surged, new polymers grew stronger, and production cycles shortened dramatically. To pinpoint the most influential movements, I

The MakerBot Replicator 2X Was the Best in Its Class My first 3D printer was the MakerBot Replicator 2X, and it instantly captivated me. Its robust build, reliable performance, and competitive pricing made it the go‑to choice for early adopters and businesses eager to experiment with additive manuf

In recent months, our 3D Printing team hosted the “Smarter Manufacturing: Additive is the New Fourth Shift” seminars across New York and Pennsylvania. The sessions prompted a deeper look at today’s production landscape and explored how additive manufacturing can deliver maximum impact. Manufacturi

Last week, CADimensions attended the Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) in St. Louis, Missouri—arguably the premier 3D‑printing conference of the year. To keep our readers abreast of the industry’s latest breakthroughs, we’ll publish a daily recap. This article is the first installment of our

CADimensions is attending the Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) event in St. Louis, Missouri – the most significant professional 3D‑printing conference of the year. To keep you informed about the present and future state of the industry, we’re publishing a daily blog summarizing the most no

Experts gathered at the 2024 Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) event in St. Louis to confront a pressing industry challenge: a severe shortage of skilled labor with deep 3D‑printing knowledge. Engineers Lack Additive Manufacturing Expertise While traditional machining has long been embedded

Over the past month, the 3D‑printing community has witnessed a surge of breakthroughs in material science, highlighted at major industry events such as AMUG and RAPID.While numerous startups introduce entry‑level filaments, Stratasys continues to set the benchmark for industrial‑grade polymers, inve

After months of relentless winter, Syracuse, NY is finally enjoying warm summer weather. Whether you’re embarking on a long road trip or heading to a seasonal destination, the drive ahead offers ample time to enhance your vehicle’s interior. 3D printing allows you to tailor your car’s ergonomics, e

Every week a new headline surfaces about 3D‑printed prosthetics, and the latest showcases a foundation’s initiative to test the technology in remote regions of Madagascar and Togo—areas where traditional prosthetic supply chains struggle to reach. 3D printing’s relationship with prosthetics isn’t n

The challenge began when I was working in SOLIDWORKS Simulation with a colleague. He asked for his Flow Simulation manual, and I was met with a chaotic stack of reference books.It wasn’t my office, but I couldn’t stand the disorder. I had to act, even though he’d asked me not to. After locating the

In fast‑paced product development, the marketing team often bears the brunt of rushed timelines, resulting in subpar imagery. By rethinking the content creation workflow, marketers can produce high‑impact visuals without delaying product launches. First, examine how your team currently generates im

Tool rooms often hide inefficiencies that can derail production schedules. In this real‑world case study, a 5,000‑piece die‑pressed metal part order threatened to damage a key customer relationship. The root cause? A simple, yet critical, measurement gap that the existing tooling couldn’t resolve.Qu

UPDATE: Catalyst software has been discontinued and replaced by GrabCad Print. GrabCad offers a free “Print” version and a premium “Shop” version. Start a trial of GrabCad Shop or access GrabCad Print for free. Stratasys has just released CatalystEX 4.5 for the uPrint and Dimension printer lines.

From Hobbyist to Professional: My 3D Printing Journey My first foray into 3D printing began during my undergraduate years, where I helped launch a makerspace at my university and later built two desktop printers from kits. Running them for over a year—both for personal projects and a small service

Since I first experimented with a PolyJet 3D printer, I have been consistently impressed by its ability to print multiple materials in a single build. Flexible resins that are notoriously difficult for other 3D technologies can be integrated seamlessly, allowing designers to assign distinct stiffne

Every day we see litter in places it shouldn’t be. In Philadelphia, Jim Monroe turned that observation into a powerful movement, linking 3D printer sales to tangible environmental action. Jim’s inspiration came during a field trip to the John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum with his s