3D Printing Industry

A Comprehensive Guide to Industrial 3D Printing with Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU)

March 10, 2022

Highly resistant to wear and tear, while offering excellent abrasion-resistance, TPU is a fantastic choice for 3D printing, especially in the automotive and footwear industries. Shapeways 3D prints TPU via both Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) and Multi Jet Fusion (MJF).

Polypropylene: A Material Guide

March 8, 2022

Suited for rapid prototyping, polypropylene (Polypropylene) is rising in popularity as a strong and durable 3D printing material. Polypropylene offers a range of applications in the automotive and medical spaces.

Celebrating Women’s History Month

March 3, 2022

In celebrating Women’s History Month and the extraordinary women who have played critical roles in American history, we would also like to take that recognition one step further in shining a light on the women who have been so instrumental in the success of Shapeways.

3D Print On-Demand to Fend off Supply Chain and Warehouse Woes

March 3, 2022

Nearly everyone is being impacted by supply chain issues. On-demand manufacturing is an advantage that is built into 3D printing technology, offering businesses the competitive opportunity to avoid supply chain problems.

Shapeways Revisits 3D Printed Zebrafish Display for a Timely Makeover

February 25, 2022

Learn how the design work of Sitara Systems and advanced 3D printing technology from Shapeways resulted in a refreshed installation of a 3D printed zebrafish display adorning the lobby of Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.