# 3D Printing Industry

## [BMW 3D Printing Thumb Supports for Factory Workers](/content/blog/bmw-3d-printing-thumb-supports/index.html)
July 7, 2014

BMW has started testing 3D printing custom thumb reinforcements for factory workers to help them to work safely and efficiently with minimum strain on their hands.

## [Shapeways + Jewelers: Introducing 3D Printing in Platinum, 18k Gold, 14k Rose Gold & 14k White Gold](/content/blog/shapeways-jewelers-introducing-3d-printing-in-platinum-18k-gold-14k-rose-gold-14k-white-gold/index.html)
June 26, 2014

Today, Shapeways got a whole lot shinier! We’re excited to launch a new suite of materials for our precious metals…

## [5 Things You Already Do That Mean You Can 3D Print](/content/blog/5-things-you-already-do-that-mean-you-can-3d-print/index.html)
June 24, 2014
by Corinne Iozzio  
When you look at some of the intricate custom designs 3D modelers are printing these days, it…

## [Now Shipping Faster: Gold, Silver, Steel and Gold Plated Brass](/content/blog/now-shipping-faster-gold-silver-steel-and-gold-plated-brass/index.html)
June 11, 2014

Great news, Shapies! Today, we’re excited to announce a global reduction on lead time on some of your favorite metals!…

## [Doctoral Research Position in 2.5D and 3D Image Capture and Print](/content/blog/doctoral-research-position-in-2-5d-and-3d-image-capture-and-print/index.html)
June 2, 2014

The Graduate School at The University of West England is offering a funded full-time PhD in 2.5D and 3D image…