Ultimaker announced that the Ultimaker S5 has been certified by Materialise as a 3D printing solution to create orthopedic, maxillofacial and cardiovascular models for clinical use when used in combination with Mimics inPrint software. The company partnered with Materialise to identify compatibility of the Ultimaker S5 with Materialise Mimics inPrint software to meet FDA regulatory […]
Material profiles available in Ultimaker Cura 3.6
Ultimaker, a global leader in desktop 3D printing, announced at the Formnext conference in Frankfurt, Germany the availability of the first material print profiles from leading material companies in Ultimaker Cura 3.6. The company hosted a press conference together with BASF, Clariant, DSM, and DuPont to launch Ultimaker Cura 3.6 and highlight the importance and […]
New materials from Ultimaker’s material alliance program
In response to customer demand, leading material manufacturers have joined Ultimaker’s material alliance program to bring a wider variety of FFF 3D printing materials to the market for professionals, more rapidly. DSM, a global science-based company in Nutrition, Health and Sustainable Living, and Owens Corning (NYSE: OC), global developer and producer of insulation, roofing, and […]
What 3D printing needs to be a serious tool for manufacturing
John Kawola, president of Ultimaker North America discusses the role 3D printing can have in manufacturing. Q: You recently made comments about the value of a “manufacturing minute.” Can you go into that in a little bit more detail? A: Sure. Well, being in the business of selling and marketing 3D printers, … 3D printers […]
The advantages of desktop 3D printers
Desktop 3D printers were once viewed as tools only for hobbiests. But that has changed. A number of desktop 3D printers are used by engineers for design development as well as prototyping. Listen in as Jos Burger, CEO at Ultimaker, offers tips on how engineers can benefit from using desktop 3D printers. He also goes […]
Ultimaker partners with global material companies
Ultimaker, a global leader in desktop 3D printing, announced collaborative alliances with global material companies to meet the growing demand for industrial-grade engineering materials compatible with Ultimaker 3D printers. Ultimaker has partnered with DSM, BASF, DuPont Transportation & Advanced Polymers, Owens Corning, Mitsubishi, Henkel, Kuraray, Solvay and Clariant as part of an alliance program to […]
Ultimaker introduces the Ultimaker S5 desktop 3D Printer
Ultimaker unveiled the Ultimaker S5, the latest expansion of its professional desktop 3D printer portfolio. The future-ready Ultimaker S5 fits into existing workflows, delivering a larger build volume. The Ultimaker S5 has an optimized touch screen for a better user experience. This desktop 3D printer features a 330 x 240 x 300 mm build […]
HP connects 3D scanning technology with Ultimaker
Leading 3D printer manufacturer Ultimaker announces the integration of HP scanning software with its Ultimaker Cura. This integration simplifies the workflow to 3D print scans from HP’s Sprout and 3D Structured Light Scanner Pro S3. The integration is another example in the growing list of Ultimaker Cura-supported 3D applications. Ultimaker has already created integrations with, […]
Bosch to use Ultimaker 3 Extended 3D printers for printing jigs and fixtures
Ultimaker announced that Robert Bosch GmbH, a leading global supplier of technology and services from Germany, will invest on a global scale in Ultimaker 3 Extended printers. After comparing several desktop 3D printers, the Additive Manufacturing department of Bosch selected Ultimaker as the most reliable, easy-to-use and professional machine. The printers will be used in […]
Ultimaker joins General Electric’s additive education program
Ultimaker, a global leader in desktop 3D printing, announced that it is a sponsor and a supplier to the GE Additive Education Program (AEP). As part of the AEP, GE will invest $2 million over two years to subsidize desktop polymer printers for use on the Polar Cloud by primary and second schools, districts and […]
Ultimaker releases Cura Connect for maximizing 3D print efficiency
Ultimaker announced the availability of Cura Connect within Ultimaker Cura, the seamless print management software that helps to prepare files for digital fabrication. New functionality within Ultimaker Cura enables users to manage an array of Ultimaker 3D printers, creating an accessible solution for prototyping, tooling and small-scale production. Cura Connect is now available for free […]
Ultimaker announces major funding from NPM Capital to fuel global expansion
Ultimaker, a global leader in desktop 3D printing, announced that it has come to an agreement with NPM Capital, a leading private equity firm. NPM Capital invests a significant undisclosed amount to provide Ultimaker with growth capital. This will allow Ultimaker to accelerate product development and invest in additional sales, marketing and R&D resources, which […]
Ultimaker’s software strategy to unlock more 3D printing potential
3D printer manufacturer Ultimaker announced its software strategy at the TCT Show in Birmingham, UK. Ultimaker will release regular software upgrades that continuously enhance the existing hardware over time. The first two key software updates will be Ultimaker Cura and Cura Connect. Ultimaker Cura Ultimaker Cura is scheduled for release on October 17th and offers […]
Academics introduce their own 3D printing conference
Ultimaker is a sponsor of the first national academic 3D printing conference, Construct3D 2017, which will bring together leaders and educators in the digital fabrication discipline of 3D printing for a comprehensive overview of this rapidly expanding area of research and development. Autodesk, Inc., is also a sponsor of the conference, which will be hosted […]
Ultimaker 3 for professional 3D printing
Ultimaker has introduced its next generation of 3D printers with the Ultimaker 3. The Ultimaker 3 offers integrated hardware, software and materials configuration, as well as full settings alignment. Ultimaker 3 provides: –An unlimited number of geometry options through its new dual extrusion system. It will handle a range of engineering materials, including Nylon and […]
Training tomorrow’s workforce in 3D printing
My prediction—Ten years from now, when today’s students enter the workforce, 3D printing/additive manufacturing will become the defacto tool to use in prototyping and in many production applications. One of the obstacles holding back higher usage of this technology is a lack of education or familiarity with it. Ultimaker is one of a number of […]