Getting a new 3D printer is an exciting moment, but it can be rather daunting to figure out what the FFF to do first with it. We've come up with a few ideas and projects to ensure first time print success for first time 3D print users, especially those still working on building their CAD modeling skills. There are some great ideas out there, but they do still need to be approached with caution and expectations should be managed when it comes to what your first 3D print should be. Listen to the … [Read more...]
Diving into Your 3D Print Business Feet First
With the 3D Print industry being so new, it can be hard to find a 3D print business model to follow. How do you decide if you need to take things slow, or jump in with both feet and completely commit? Listen to the podcast here: Diving into Your 3D Print Business Feet First Talking today about diving into your 3D print business feet first or if you should just dip your toe in like when you get to the pool and you are worried about if it is too cold to get in or not. Is that the best way to … [Read more...]
How to Be a 3D Print Power User
What 3D print power users are doing to create 3D CAD designs that sell and equally as important: are printable. Stand out as a 3D print designer by taking into consideration what many 3D print users don't, your "what." Listen to the podcast here: How to Be a 3D Print Power User What does it really mean to be a 3D print power user? Someone called us out on social media saying that we were "3D print power users" or a "3D print power desinger" - I can't remember the … [Read more...]
Stratasys Materials and Filament Selection
Stratasys material and filament list for an extensive amount of 3D printers is influencing the industry from a commercial and consumer standpoint despite not being in the consumer market. From functional to stylistic, Stratasys materials and filament completely hits the mark, except for one key thing in terms of what users are looking for. Understanding and taking a look into what material options are available to you is essential in creating products specifically made to be 3D printed. Listen … [Read more...]
3D Print Product Development Process with Mark Palmer of MakerBot
How do professional designers use desktop 3D printing in their work flow and what is their 3D print product development process? We dive deep into this subject to learn how desktop 3D printers have transformed product design and development for the better, accelerating time lines and reducing costs. Our guest is Mark Palmer of MakerBot, who will share how he and his team not only design 3D printers, but how they are a critical part of their product development process. This is a model of best … [Read more...]