Right now, we have this bigger foreboding question over our business about the current challenges of the 3D print market, which we thought we’d address. Maybe it will be similar for other people contemplating what to do in the 3D printing world. And in fact, we’ve been hearing from some listeners who are trying to create a business around selling 3D print designs, so we know there are other people with the same business. Listen to the podcast here: Challenges of the 3D Print Market: Needing … [Read more...]
3D Printer Overload
With over 900 3D printers out in the market, choosing one that will suit your needs can be a nightmare for anyone. In this episode, Tom and Tracy Hazzard talk about the 3D printer overload and a 3D print market desperately trying to cope up where the business is. Get to know their take on the number of players in the market and why most newcomers lose traction in product specification and quality. Tom and Tracy also share their tactics - from running and testing to going to 3D hubs and … [Read more...]
Shapeways Top 10 Most Purchased Products Of 2015
In December 2015, Shapeways published an article about the top ten products that were purchased that year. For those unfamiliar with Shapeways, they are a global leader in advanced 3D Printing solutions by leveraging a network of cutting-edge digital manufacturing and material partners. In this episode, Tom and Tracy Hazzard give a rundown of the contents of their 2015 report. Surprisingly, the products mentioned are not what were expected. This leads to a discussion on how the market … [Read more...]
Raising The Bar With Taj Chiu Of Raise 3D
Tom and Tracy Hazzard first met Taj Chiu, then of Toy Builder Labs, at the first SoCal MakerCon. They sat down with her again to learn why she was exhibiting at this SoCal MakerCon in a Raise 3D booth. In this WTFFF?! episode brought to you live from the show floor, Tom and Tracy learn about the recent Kickstarter campaign and printer advancements coming to the American 3D printer market by Raise 3D. Listen to Taj’s explanation about their recent products and how they are producing … [Read more...]