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November 2, 2022
Ready to celebrate the holiday season with our Shapeways Marketplace? Get shopping.
Continue readingThe Differences Between Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing
January 12, 2023
Curious about the differences between 3D printing and additive manufacturing? They’re actually essentially the same process. 3D printing is named for the ability to create a 3D product from a CAD file. Additive Manufacturing refers to a more descriptive term in contrast to subtractive manufacturing.
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Shapeways Additive Manufacturing Materials and Applications
January 5, 2023
Whether you are creating signature pieces or designing high-performance parts, the key to success is aligning the correct additive manufacturing materials with your design and application. Learn about popular additive manufacturing materials from Shapeways, as well as colors and finishes.
Continue readingMedical 3D Printing Applications and Benefits
January 3, 2023
Numerous studies demonstrate the effectiveness of 3D printing in medicine. Products like 3D printed medical models and surgical guides may decrease time in the operating room, saving thousands of dollars per case. Learn additional benefits here.
Continue readingReducing Waste and Enhancing 3D Printing Sustainability
December 28, 2022
Not only does 3D printing reduce costs and time in development and production, it helps reduce waste and enhances sustainability. Learn how material waste is significantly reduced and also the supporting material.
Continue reading3D Printed Figurines
December 22, 2022
The demand for 3D printed figurines, from action figures to pieces made for dollhouses, at Shapeways has been surging. Designing figurines for 3D printing can be as simple–or as complex–as you want them to be.
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