The Professional's Guide to 3D Printing

Learn how to stay competitive with the latest in 3D printing technology. 

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Novice or expert, educator or engineer, our comprehensive guide offers valuable 3D printing information designed for all levels. Whether you are interested in bringing products to market faster, creating more specific customizations, or offering students an innovative way of learning, you will find this guide brimming with useful and relevant knowledge.

Immerse yourself in the world of professional 3D printing with four, easy-to-digest sections. Each topic is accompanied by guided questions and key ideas for you to consider as you learn about distinct technologies, applications, and use cases. Once you’ve completed the guide, you will be equipped with the essential knowledge needed to make a smart and informed business case for 3D printing and your organization.

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From Prototyping to Production, Covering the Entire Production Cycle

We provide industrial-grade additive 3D printing technologies for the entire production cycle, from design and prototyping to manufacturing and end-use parts. Let us help you match the right technology to your business needs.

PolyJet

PolyJet™ Technology

Allows for smooth, accurate multi-material parts from prototype to production, offering complex geometries, intricate detail, and full-color combinations, transparencies, and flexibilities in a single model.

FDM

FDM® Technology

Filament extrusion technology employing a broad range of thermoplastics to make accurate, durable components for prototypes, tooling, and end-use parts.

SLA

SLA Technology

Precise and detailed parts, suitable for concept or functional prototyping and low volume end use part production. 

DLP

P3™ DLP Technology

Most consistent, accurate evolution of DLP for injection-molding-like surface quality parts in a broad range of high-performance materials for high-mix/low-volume production and industrial-grade functional prototyping. 

SAF

SAF™ Technology

Allows for cost-effective, high-throughput volume production of consistent, functional end-use parts. 

Industries

We work with innovative manufacturers in the world’s key industries, deploying additive manufacturing along the production cycle. Our industrial grade solutions add speed, efficiency and the agility you need to thrive in a changing world.

Automotive

Automotive

Build efficiency, speed, and agility into your automotive production cycle.

Aerospace

Aerospace

Make lighter, stronger, and more efficient flight-ready parts.

education

Education

Turn ideas into reality, fast-tracking research, and enabling hands-on learning.

consumer goods

Consumer Goods

Swiftly deliver innovative, reliable products to customers while reducing costs and natural resources.

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Medical

Enable the fast, flexible production of medical jigs, surgical aids, and lifelike anatomical models with un-matched biomechanical accuracy.

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Dental

We work with labs and practices, delivering the technology and service needed for unmatched reliability, accuracy, and speed.

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Art and Fashion

Make inspiration and realization scalable, often more sustainable, and powered by endless design freedom.

Innovative 3D Printing Applications

Explore the world of Additive Manufacturing with our diverse portfolio of 3D printing applications, tailored to meet the needs of industries at every stage of the product lifecycle. From innovative prototyping to the creation of end-use parts, our technologies are reshaping the way businesses approach design and production. Discover specialized solutions in dental applications, custom jigs and fixtures for streamlined workflows, and medical equipment manufacturing that offers unmatched customization. We’re at the forefront of transforming sectors including many industries, demonstrating our commitment to driving innovation.

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Production Parts

Make custom, end-use parts on demand without the high cost and long lead times of traditional manufacturing.

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Jigs and Fixtures

3D printed jigs, fixtures, and other manufacturing tools offer time, cost, and weight advantages over conventional metal tools.

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Rapid Prototyping

Transform prototyping in design and engineering with 3D printing solutions, aiding efficiency, cutting costs, and time-to-market.

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Design

Leverage 3D printing for accurate and reliable product development, facilitating optimal design communication for faster product launch time.

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Packaging

Revolutionize packaging design with high-fidelity, full-color 3D prototypes, featuring Pantone-validated colors and ultra-sharp details.

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Dentures

3D print dentures with TrueDent, a FDA cleared (Class II) resin developed for the J5 DentaJet that enables streamlined production of removable prostheses. 

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Composite Tooling

Make 3D printed mold tools for composite structures in much less time than it takes to procure conventional hard tooling. 

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