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Shapeways Additive Manufacturing Materials and Applications

Whether you are creating signature pieces or designing high-performance parts, the key to success is aligning the correct additive manufacturing materials with your design and application. Learn about popular additive manufacturing materials from Shapeways, as well as colors and finishes.

Medical 3D Printing Applications and Benefits

Numerous studies demonstrate the effectiveness of 3D printing in medicine. Products like 3D printed medical models and surgical guides may decrease time in the operating room, saving thousands of dollars per case. Learn additional benefits here.

Reducing Waste and Enhancing 3D Printing Sustainability

Not only does 3D printing reduce costs and time in development and production, it helps reduce waste and enhances sustainability. Learn how material waste is significantly reduced and also the supporting material.

3D Printed Figurines

The demand for 3D printed figurines, from action figures to pieces made for dollhouses, at Shapeways has been surging. Designing figurines for 3D printing can be as simple–or as complex–as you want them to be.

Design Tips for 3D Metal Printing

The 3D printing industry is booming and expected to reach $76.17 billion by 2030. Within this space, metal 3D printing is forecast to experience a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 23.9% through 2030. Shapeways offers design tips specifically for 3D metal printing.