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Developed in the early 1980’s, stereolithography (SLA) was one of the first 3D printing technologies to hit the market. For years it was seen as “the” 3D printing technology. The additive world has shifted significantly since then. More technologies, like FDM, PolyJet, and DLP, … [Read more...]

This month, Porcupine Sales Engineer, Alex Goldsberry, is highlighting one of his favorite parts in our showroom. The FDM elephant is “easily identified as a basic mock-up toy application, while providing multiple features associated with an FDM printed part.” The part stands out … [Read more...]

Stratasys has added two new printers to the F123 Series, the F190CR and the F370CR. With new Nylon-CF10, these printers will start replacing metal elements with strong 3D printed parts. https://youtu.be/X_YFq7lJt7M F190CR & F370CR The F190CR lets you manufacture tools, … [Read more...]

In recent years additive manufacturing has taken on an essential role in the medical field. From helping develop new equipment, to creating realistic models of unique conditions and printing simulations for students, 3D printing has improved practitioners’ processes. For those … [Read more...]

The University of Iowa set out in search of a way to help surgeons, entrepreneurs, and students innovate for the future. To do so, they enhanced their maker space and education programs. Necessity With the lack of in-person communication, the time to advance ideas … [Read more...]

https://youtu.be/YjzRxsZ7Hzw Necessity Dunwoody College of Technology has started embracing 3D printing as one their educational tools. Since it was founded in 1914, Dunwoody has had the vision to provide a rigorous, industry-focused technical education. 3D printing is … [Read more...]

https://youtu.be/DokGfUhZsJ0My Darling J55,You spin me right ‘round, baby, right ‘round like a record, baby right ‘round, ‘round, ‘round!Never wavering or going back and forth in the x and y, your love goes ‘round. When I am with you, I see the world (and my prototypes) in … [Read more...]