3D Printing News
We bring you the latest in 3D Printing from around the globe as well as some fun projects from CALT Dynamics
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CALT Dynamics COVID-19 Face Shield journey
CALT Dynamics has gone from concept to 3D batch production to mass production on a protective Face Covering to aid in the global shortage of PPE during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read how they developed this product so rapidly
3D Printing at CES 2020
We hit the halls of the Las Vegas Convention Center to see whats coming in consumer 3D printing this year. Here's some photos from the show and our 3D printing pick of the show
Pick of the show
Materials dominated much of our attention at this years CES and it was a hard call but we're really looking forward to trying this flexible resin from eSun.
As a spin out of one of the most trusted in the industry for many years now, VeriTX has has done something incredible. They've brought the security of blockchain technology to additive manufacturing logistics. This is a game changer for point of use 3D printing and a giant step towards simplifying logistics.
Additive manufacturing meets blockchain
Find out more at VeriTX.co
Resin Review
DSM's ' taurus'
We've been using DSM's ' taurus' photopolymer for a few weeks now and after some initial fine tuning, we're very impressed. The mechanical characteristics are excellent for a lot of end use parts and it prints well. The dark pigmentation means you may have increased cure times but the quality of reproduction is excellent due to minimal light bleed. It is on the more costly end of the photo-polymer scale but its an excellent option for high demand use cases like functional dials. Highly recommended for Industrial printing, check back for our in depth review
TCT Show Birmingham
A short flight from Dublin to Birmingham and we caught the action at the TCT Show. From dresses to Big Ben, there was plenty of printed products at the the show
CES 2019
This year CALT Dynamics CEO, Ross Lawless, was featured on a panel discussion about the impact of disruptive technologies on manufacturing
CES 2019 pick of the show
Kwambio Ceramic 3D printer
From imitation bones to works of art, the ceramic printer from Kwambio is an impressive piece of kit. Prints can be raw ceramic dyed ceramic or even post processed with a glaze.
This is hands down one of our favorite resins, its made by FunToDo. It's relatively low cost and has a shore D harness of 75 making it similar to a builders hard hat. This means you can pull off some pretty tricky prints because the material is so rigid and strong it does an excellent job of supporting itself during the printing process. It's got quite a strong odour which may be annoying for some users but with proper ventilation its not an issue. The resin also deals really well with temperature being able to work in a broad range of -45 to 225 degrees C .In terms of bang for your money, this is a great all rounder to have on the shelf
Resin review
FTD industrial blend