FormlabsDiscover the world of 3D printing! In this video, we’ll show you how 3D printing works, and the most common technologies, benefits, and applications. Learn more here: bit.ly/44g9hJo
Remember when 3D printers seemed to be the topic of every headline? While the hype has mostly faded away, 3D printing technologies have been rapidly maturing behind the scenes. Businesses you wouldn't expect are already using 3D printers, and more will follow as the range of applications continues to expand.
3D printing, also aptly called additive manufacturing, creates parts layer by layer, based on digital models designed in CAD software. Recent advances have made this technology accessible to a wider range of businesses. Today, desktop and benchtop 3D printers accelerate innovation and growth across various industries, including engineering, manufacturing, dentistry, healthcare, education, entertainment, jewelry, audiology, and more.
First, digital 3D models are either designed using CAD software or developed from a 3D scan. Then, the 3D design is imported into print preparation software, sliced into layers, and sent to the printer. There are many ways to 3D print, some 3D printers use a laser to cure liquid resin into hardened plastic, while others fuse small particles of powder at high temperatures, or melt plastic filament to build parts. After post-processing, 3D printed parts can then be used directly or post-processed further for specific applications by smoothing, painting, coating, and more.
Plastics are the most common materials used in 3D printing with three established technologies being: fused deposition modeling (or FDM), stereolithography (or SLA), and selective laser sintering (or SLS). FDM 3D printing is popular among hobbyists and is best suited for simple designs. SLA 3D printing offers high resolution, accuracy, and the widest range of materials. SLS 3D printers are ideal for complex geometries and boast excellent mechanical characteristics.
The benefits of 3D printing are remarkable. It's fast, allowing for rapid production and shorter development cycles. It also cuts costs by eliminating the need for expensive tooling. It offers almost unlimited design freedom and enables the creation of complex shapes and customized products. The applications of 3D printing are vast, including rapid prototyping, tooling, manufacturing aids, models, and end-use parts.
3D printing is no longer a futuristic concept. It's actively shaping industries and offering new possibilities. Discover how it can improve, expand, or diversify your business.
00:00 - Intro 00:36 - What is 3D Printing 01:15 - How 3D Printers Work 02:14 - 3D Printing Technologies 04:49 - Benefits of 3D Printing 06:30 - 3D Printing Applications
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs is expanding access to digital fabrication, so anyone can make anything. Headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts with offices in North Carolina, Germany, Hungary, Japan, China, and Singapore, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, manufacturers, and decision-makers around the globe.
Through a continuous commitment to innovation, Formlabs has become the largest supplier of professional stereolithography (SLA) and selective laser sintering (SLS) 3D printers in the world. Formlabs also develops its own suite of high-performance 3D printing materials that continue to expand the range of applications of additive manufacturing, as well as best-in-class 3D printing software, post-processing tools, and automation solutions.
What is 3D Printing? How It Works, Benefits, Processes, and Applications ExplainedFormlabs2023-07-06 | Discover the world of 3D printing! In this video, we’ll show you how 3D printing works, and the most common technologies, benefits, and applications. Learn more here: bit.ly/44g9hJo
Remember when 3D printers seemed to be the topic of every headline? While the hype has mostly faded away, 3D printing technologies have been rapidly maturing behind the scenes. Businesses you wouldn't expect are already using 3D printers, and more will follow as the range of applications continues to expand.
3D printing, also aptly called additive manufacturing, creates parts layer by layer, based on digital models designed in CAD software. Recent advances have made this technology accessible to a wider range of businesses. Today, desktop and benchtop 3D printers accelerate innovation and growth across various industries, including engineering, manufacturing, dentistry, healthcare, education, entertainment, jewelry, audiology, and more.
First, digital 3D models are either designed using CAD software or developed from a 3D scan. Then, the 3D design is imported into print preparation software, sliced into layers, and sent to the printer. There are many ways to 3D print, some 3D printers use a laser to cure liquid resin into hardened plastic, while others fuse small particles of powder at high temperatures, or melt plastic filament to build parts. After post-processing, 3D printed parts can then be used directly or post-processed further for specific applications by smoothing, painting, coating, and more.
Plastics are the most common materials used in 3D printing with three established technologies being: fused deposition modeling (or FDM), stereolithography (or SLA), and selective laser sintering (or SLS). FDM 3D printing is popular among hobbyists and is best suited for simple designs. SLA 3D printing offers high resolution, accuracy, and the widest range of materials. SLS 3D printers are ideal for complex geometries and boast excellent mechanical characteristics.
The benefits of 3D printing are remarkable. It's fast, allowing for rapid production and shorter development cycles. It also cuts costs by eliminating the need for expensive tooling. It offers almost unlimited design freedom and enables the creation of complex shapes and customized products. The applications of 3D printing are vast, including rapid prototyping, tooling, manufacturing aids, models, and end-use parts.
3D printing is no longer a futuristic concept. It's actively shaping industries and offering new possibilities. Discover how it can improve, expand, or diversify your business.
00:00 - Intro 00:36 - What is 3D Printing 01:15 - How 3D Printers Work 02:14 - 3D Printing Technologies 04:49 - Benefits of 3D Printing 06:30 - 3D Printing Applications
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs is expanding access to digital fabrication, so anyone can make anything. Headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts with offices in North Carolina, Germany, Hungary, Japan, China, and Singapore, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, manufacturers, and decision-makers around the globe.
Through a continuous commitment to innovation, Formlabs has become the largest supplier of professional stereolithography (SLA) and selective laser sintering (SLS) 3D printers in the world. Formlabs also develops its own suite of high-performance 3D printing materials that continue to expand the range of applications of additive manufacturing, as well as best-in-class 3D printing software, post-processing tools, and automation solutions.Form 4L: A Peek at the DesignFormlabs2024-10-15 | Get up close with the sleek design and impressive features of our brand new printer, Form 4L. From its smooth curves to its cutting-edge technology, explore every angle in stunning detail. bit.ly/3NqeXtp
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs builds the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Headquartered in Somerville, Mass. with offices across the globe, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and decision-makers. Formlabs’ products include SLA and SLS 3D printers, post-processing solutions, and Form Auto manufacturing solution for automatic part removal. The company also develops its own portfolio of industry-leading, high-performance materials and best-in-class 3D printing software. In 2024, Formlabs was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies in Manufacturing by Fast Company. To learn more, visit www.formlabs.com.Introducing Form 4 and Form 4LFormlabs2024-10-15 | Form 4 and Form 4L are blazing fast masked SLA 3D printers powered by a Low Force Display™ Print Engine that combines an industry-leading materials library with a reliable, accurate print engine. bit.ly/3NqeXtp
Form 4L and its biocompatible version, Form 4BL, are built on the same groundbreaking Low Force Display™ (LFD) technology as Form 4 and Form 4B, but built for delivering parts nearly five times bigger than what is possible on our desktop models.
Formlabs’ new Low Force Display™ Print Engine offers a powerful combination of ultra-high power LEDs, collimating lenses, optical filters, and a robust liquid crystal display. Together they cure each layer of resin rapidly — regardless of part size or quantity.
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs builds the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Headquartered in Somerville, Mass. with offices across the globe, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and decision-makers. Formlabs’ products include SLA and SLS 3D printers, post-processing solutions, and Form Auto manufacturing solution for automatic part removal. The company also develops its own portfolio of industry-leading, high-performance materials and best-in-class 3D printing software. In 2024, Formlabs was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies in Manufacturing by Fast Company. To learn more, visit www.formlabs.com.[KEYNOTE] Formlabs Fall 2024 Product AnnouncementFormlabs2024-10-15 | The Formlabs Team unveils the latest hardware, materials, and software releases for their SLA and SLS product lines.
#3dprinting #formlabs #announcementWhat’s New in PreForm 3.41?Formlabs2024-10-15 | See what's new in PreForm 3.41, from labeling and texturing to part cages for SLS. Download PreForm: bit.ly/3YmOAec
What's new in PreForm 3.41: ► Labeling ► Texturing ► Hollowing ► Part Cages for SLS
PreForm is Formlabs 3D printing preparation software, that prepares your models automatically in minutes, uploads them to your printer, and lets it build. Offered totally for free, so you never worry about licenses, annual fees, or installation limits.
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs builds the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Headquartered in Somerville, Mass. with offices across the globe, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and decision-makers. Formlabs’ products include SLA and SLS 3D printers, post-processing solutions, and Form Auto manufacturing solution for automatic part removal. The company also develops its own portfolio of industry-leading, high-performance materials and best-in-class 3D printing software. In 2024, Formlabs was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies in Manufacturing by Fast Company. To learn more, visit www.formlabs.com.Can You Spot the 3D Printed Origami Crane? Test Your Eye for Detail!Formlabs2024-10-11 | White Resin V5 is an exceptionally bright white General Purpose Resin, offering an optimal balance of fast print speed, high accuracy, presentation-ready appearance, strong mechanical properties, and an easy, reliable workflow.
The bright, crisp white finish ensures details stand out, making it perfect for form and fit prototyping, intricate models, anatomical studies, jigs, and fixtures. Its matte finish looks sleek and captures fine features, setting a new benchmark for what's possible with general-purpose resins.
Learn more about White Resin V5: bit.ly/3XZQn7zDesign, Prototype, Fly: Behind the Scenes of Propeller EngineeringFormlabs2024-10-10 | Join the Formlabs and Onshape teams on October 9 at 11 AM ET / 4 PM GMT for an in-depth conversation with RCTestFlight, and Holbrook Aerospace as we explore the design, manufacturing, and testing processes behind propeller innovation.
We will delve into RCTestFlight’s Propeller Design Competition, examining how design professionals tackle complex engineering challenges.
Daniel and Austin will share insights from the competition, discussing the lessons they learned throughout the design journey.
Greg Brown will demonstrate how he leveraged Onshape’s feature script to automate the airfoil development process, leading to the creation of the innovative HAVF Profile custom feature.
Dan Kirchgessner from Formlabs will showcase how their machines and extensive material libraries serve as a versatile toolkit for prototyping and testing designs in real-world conditions.
You’ll learn how Daniel and Austin tested the propeller designs and optimized their toolchain for success. Whether you’re a professional aiming to elevate your design skills or just curious about the engineering process, this session will offer valuable insights into how experts tackle and resolve complex challenges.Designed, Printed & Started a Fire: All in 2.5 Hours!Formlabs2024-09-25 | With Form 4, we were able to test the small ones, iterate, design the large one, print, post process, polish, re-test and film this video all within 2.5 hours.
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs builds the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Headquartered in Somerville, Mass. with offices across the globe, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and decision-makers. Formlabs’ products include SLA and SLS 3D printers, post-processing solutions, and Form Auto manufacturing solution for automatic part removal. The company also develops its own portfolio of industry-leading, high-performance materials and best-in-class 3D printing software. In 2024, Formlabs was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies in Manufacturing by Fast Company. To learn more, visit www.formlabs.com.Police and Special Vehicles Powered by SLS 3D Printed End Use PartsFormlabs2024-09-24 | Learn how MOSOLF Special Vehicles GmbH uses SLS 3D printing with the Fuse Series to produce a wide range of end-use parts for police vans and other special and emergency vehicles. bit.ly/47BxBaM
Mosolf Special Vehicles GmbH is a leading special vehicle manufacturer based in Kippenheim, Germany. With close to 50 employees, the company produces around 1000 special and emergency vehicles per year. Among their customers are the German state and federal police forces, the defense sector, disaster control and technical relief organizations, municipalities, and industrial customers, all of whom require vehicles with high degrees of customization and advanced performance.
To meet the demand for highly customized, low-volume parts, Mosolf turned to 3D printing, as traditional manufacturing methods like injection molding are not cost-effective for the unique needs of their clients. By using selective laser sintering (SLS) technology, MOSOLF now 3D prints approximately 5,000 parts per year, with every vehicle they produce containing at least three 3D printed components.
In this video, lMOSOLF's team showcases how they use Formlabs' Fuse 1+ 30W SLS 3D printer to enhance customization and performance for special and emergency vehicles, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the automotive industry.
▬ Learn More ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🔗 Read the story: bit.ly/47BxBaM 🔎 Learn more about Fuse 1+ 30W: bit.ly/4eawRMu 🆓 Request a free sample part: bit.ly/4dgUa67 👉🏼 Explore 3D printing applications in the automotive industry: bit.ly/3Y1aDah
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▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs builds the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Headquartered in Somerville, Mass. with offices across the globe, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and decision-makers. Formlabs’ products include SLA and SLS 3D printers, post-processing solutions, and Form Auto manufacturing solution for automatic part removal. The company also develops its own portfolio of industry-leading, high-performance materials and best-in-class 3D printing software. In 2024, Formlabs was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies in Manufacturing by Fast Company. To learn more, visit www.formlabs.com.How OXO Iterates Twice Before Lunch With Form 4Formlabs2024-09-23 | OXO is renowned for its innovative and essential kitchen and household tools — from ergonomic vegetable peelers to stylish food storage containers. With a product catalog featuring hundreds of items, OXO constantly balances speed to market with design perfection. Read more: bit.ly/3XvdKWi
In this video, discover how OXO leverages Formlabs 3D printing technology to accelerate their design process. By adopting iterative speed, OXO's design team can now explore more design changes in a single day, allowing them to stay ahead in the competitive market without compromising on quality.
See real-life examples of how OXO uses Formlabs printers to prototype your favorite kitchen utensils. By adding Form 4 to their 3D printing lab, they've tripled the design changes they can work on in a day.
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▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs builds the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Headquartered in Somerville, Mass. with offices across the globe, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and decision-makers. Formlabs’ products include SLA and SLS 3D printers, post-processing solutions, and Form Auto manufacturing solution for automatic part removal. The company also develops its own portfolio of industry-leading, high-performance materials and best-in-class 3D printing software. In 2024, Formlabs was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies in Manufacturing by Fast Company. To learn more, visit www.formlabs.com.Maxim Proved the Keynote Point... Now Lets Test the Coffee Part!Formlabs2024-09-20 | #3DPrinting #AdditiveManufacturing #Form4 #ResinPrinter #Formlabs
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs builds the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Headquartered in Somerville, Mass. with offices across the globe, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and decision-makers. Formlabs’ products include SLA and SLS 3D printers, post-processing solutions, and Form Auto manufacturing solution for automatic part removal. The company also develops its own portfolio of industry-leading, high-performance materials and best-in-class 3D printing software. In 2024, Formlabs was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies in Manufacturing by Fast Company. To learn more, visit www.formlabs.com.Form 4 Resin Tank vs Standard FEP Film: Head-to-Head Durability TestFormlabs2024-09-18 | The Form 4 Resin Tank utilizes a dual-layer film design with a durable outer film, to protect against scratches and punctures, and a flexible inner film to help reduce peel forces. Watch it in a head-to-head durability test against standard FEP film.
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs builds the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Headquartered in Somerville, Mass. with offices across the globe, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and decision-makers. Formlabs’ products include SLA and SLS 3D printers, post-processing solutions, and Form Auto manufacturing solution for automatic part removal. The company also develops its own portfolio of industry-leading, high-performance materials and best-in-class 3D printing software. In 2024, Formlabs was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies in Manufacturing by Fast Company. To learn more, visit www.formlabs.com.Whats New in PreForm 3.40?Formlabs2024-09-17 | See what's new in PreForm 3.40, from print report for SLS to seamless job upload. Download PreForm: bit.ly/4d5nex7
What's new in PreForm 3.40: ► Print Report for SLS ► Seamless Job Upload
PreForm is Formlabs 3D printing preparation software, that prepares your models automatically in minutes, uploads them to your printer, and lets it build. Offered totally for free, so you never worry about licenses, annual fees, or installation limits.
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs builds the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Headquartered in Somerville, Mass. with offices across the globe, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and decision-makers. Formlabs’ products include SLA and SLS 3D printers, post-processing solutions, and Form Auto manufacturing solution for automatic part removal. The company also develops its own portfolio of industry-leading, high-performance materials and best-in-class 3D printing software. In 2024, Formlabs was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies in Manufacturing by Fast Company. To learn more, visit www.formlabs.com.Mallet and chisel 3D printed in BioMed Durable Resin. Lets put it to the test!Formlabs2024-09-16 | Will it survive? Mallet and chisel printed in BioMed Durable Resin.
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs builds the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Headquartered in Somerville, Mass. with offices across the globe, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and decision-makers. Formlabs’ products include SLA and SLS 3D printers, post-processing solutions, and Form Auto manufacturing solution for automatic part removal. The company also develops its own portfolio of industry-leading, high-performance materials and best-in-class 3D printing software. In 2024, Formlabs was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies in Manufacturing by Fast Company. To learn more, visit www.formlabs.com.3D Printing a Storage Unit Key on Form 4 with Tough 2000 Resin – Will It Work?Formlabs2024-09-13 | Will It Print? A key for a storage unit lock 3D printed on Form 4 with Tough 2000 Resin in 1h 27min. What do you want to see printed next?
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs builds the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Headquartered in Somerville, Mass. with offices across the globe, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and decision-makers. Formlabs’ products include SLA and SLS 3D printers, post-processing solutions, and Form Auto manufacturing solution for automatic part removal. The company also develops its own portfolio of industry-leading, high-performance materials and best-in-class 3D printing software. In 2024, Formlabs was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies in Manufacturing by Fast Company. To learn more, visit www.formlabs.com.Formlabs Hackathon: From Exploding 3D Prints to an Automated Rug-TufterFormlabs2024-09-12 | The Formlabs Annual Hackathon is a tradition that Formlings (Formlabs employees) look forward to every year. Formlabs provides resources for Formlings to ideate, prototype, and realize whatever projects they are interested in, from the wacky to the practical (fun fact: the Form Auto was first conceived at a Formlabs Hackathon). The Hackathon epitomizes the creativity, ingenuity, and passion that Formlings embody!
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Formlabs takes great pride in fostering this culture of innovation and creating a space to encourage creative thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration.
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▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs is expanding access to digital fabrication, so anyone can make anything. Headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts with offices in North Carolina, Germany, Hungary, Japan, China, and Singapore, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, manufacturers, and decision-makers around the globe.
Through a continuous commitment to innovation, Formlabs has become the largest supplier of professional stereolithography (SLA) and selective laser sintering (SLS) 3D printers in the world. Formlabs also develops its own suite of high-performance 3D printing materials that continue to expand the range of applications of additive manufacturing, as well as best-in-class 3D printing software, post-processing tools, and automation solutions.Whats New in PreForm 3.39?Formlabs2024-09-11 | See what's new in PreForm 3.39, from cup mitigation and camera snapshot updates (for Form 4) to model properties improvements. Download PreForm: bit.ly/3XEU4R2
What's new in PreForm 3.39: ► Form 4: Cup Mitigation ► Form 4: Camera Snapshot ► Fuse: Model Properties Improvements
PreForm is Formlabs 3D printing preparation software, that prepares your models automatically in minutes, uploads them to your printer, and lets it build. Offered totally for free, so you never worry about licenses, annual fees, or installation limits.
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs builds the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Headquartered in Somerville, Mass. with offices across the globe, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and decision-makers. Formlabs’ products include SLA and SLS 3D printers, post-processing solutions, and Form Auto manufacturing solution for automatic part removal. The company also develops its own portfolio of industry-leading, high-performance materials and best-in-class 3D printing software. In 2024, Formlabs was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies in Manufacturing by Fast Company. To learn more, visit www.formlabs.com.Did You Know You Can 3D Print in Clear Materials?Formlabs2024-09-11 | Clear Resin V5 is an exceptionally clear and color-neutral 3D printing resin formulated to leverage the new Form 4 ecosystem, offering an optimal balance of fast print speed, high accuracy, transparency, strong mechanical properties, and an easy, reliable workflow.
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs builds the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Headquartered in Somerville, Mass. with offices across the globe, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and decision-makers. Formlabs’ products include SLA and SLS 3D printers, post-processing solutions, and Form Auto manufacturing solution for automatic part removal. The company also develops its own portfolio of industry-leading, high-performance materials and best-in-class 3D printing software. In 2024, Formlabs was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies in Manufacturing by Fast Company. To learn more, visit www.formlabs.com. formlabs.com/store/materials/clear-resin3D Printed vs Injection Molded: Can You Tell the Difference?Formlabs2024-09-09 | Can you guess which one was 3D printed and which one was injection molded?
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs builds the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Headquartered in Somerville, Mass. with offices across the globe, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and decision-makers. Formlabs’ products include SLA and SLS 3D printers, post-processing solutions, and Form Auto manufacturing solution for automatic part removal. The company also develops its own portfolio of industry-leading, high-performance materials and best-in-class 3D printing software. In 2024, Formlabs was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies in Manufacturing by Fast Company. To learn more, visit www.formlabs.com.Automate SLS Cleaning and Polishing With Fuse Blast Polishing SystemFormlabs2024-09-05 | Fuse Blast Polishing System automates both cleaning and polishing for SLS 3D printing, so you can go from roughly cleaned part to consumer-ready product that can stand up to any high visibility end-use application. Learn more: bit.ly/4cSyooM
SLS 3D printing, more so than any other type of additive technology, is the tool of choice for businesses that need highly accurate, industrial, detailed parts for end-use or functional prototyping applications. However, surface finish — which on SLS parts can be slightly pebbled or rough — has held some businesses back from implementing the technology at scale for these applications.
Media blasters like Fuse Blast can remove loose powder, but for parts with high aesthetic requirements, polishing is required. The Fuse Blast Polishing system delivers an easy, drop-in solution to customers who are already saving time and money with Fuse Blast.
Fuse Blast Polishing System creates smooth parts by compacting the surface of parts, rather than melting or abrading the roughness away — this is a faster and more cost-effective way to achieve smooth surfaces. Compared to vapor smoothing systems or coating options, polishing in an existing blasting machine is low-cost, simplified, and contained — there is no need for additional costly hardware, extra training, or outsourcing to a specialist.
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs builds the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Headquartered in Somerville, Mass. with offices across the globe, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and decision-makers. Formlabs’ products include SLA and SLS 3D printers, post-processing solutions, and Form Auto manufacturing solution for automatic part removal. The company also develops its own portfolio of industry-leading, high-performance materials and best-in-class 3D printing software. In 2024, Formlabs was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies in Manufacturing by Fast Company. To learn more, visit www.formlabs.com.Revolutionizing Industrial Investment Casting With 3D Printing Patterns Using Clear Cast ResinFormlabs2024-09-05 | Discover how Formlabs SLA 3D printers and Clear Cast Resin revolutionize industrial investment casting. Learn more: bit.ly/3TbXPek
Our digital workflow allows you to produce high-quality casting patterns in-house, cutting costs and reducing turnaround times to just 24 hours. With the freedom to design intricate shapes and produce small to medium batches, you can take your prototyping and production to the next level.
Clear Cast Resin ensures accurate, reliable patterns with low thermal expansion, minimal cracking, and a clean burnout. Say goodbye to the limitations of wax molding and experience the future of casting with precision within 0.25 mm of your design.
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs builds the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Headquartered in Somerville, Mass. with offices across the globe, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and decision-makers. Formlabs’ products include SLA and SLS 3D printers, post-processing solutions, and Form Auto manufacturing solution for automatic part removal. The company also develops its own portfolio of industry-leading, high-performance materials and best-in-class 3D printing software. In 2024, Formlabs was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies in Manufacturing by Fast Company. To learn more, visit www.formlabs.com.3D Printing a Custom Fit Mask with Form 4 using BioMed Clear & Silicone 40AFormlabs2024-09-04 | Form 4 is a blazing-fast SLA 3D printer that combines an industry-leading materials library, easy workflows, and a reliable, accurate print engine. Get most print jobs done in under two hours. More info related to the new 3D printer here: bit.ly/3ARGlNQ
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs builds the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Headquartered in Somerville, Mass. with offices across the globe, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and decision-makers. Formlabs’ products include SLA and SLS 3D printers, post-processing solutions, and Form Auto manufacturing solution for automatic part removal. The company also develops its own portfolio of industry-leading, high-performance materials and best-in-class 3D printing software. In 2024, Formlabs was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies in Manufacturing by Fast Company. To learn more, visit www.formlabs.com.Clear Resin V5: Enhanced Clarity, Strength, and Speed for Form 4Formlabs2024-09-02 | Clear Resin V5 has been reformulated for the new Low Force Display print engine that powers Form 4. We were able to achieve better optical clarity and toughness, is 33% cheaper, and prints 3-4x faster than Clear V4.
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs builds the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Headquartered in Somerville, Mass. with offices across the globe, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and decision-makers. Formlabs’ products include SLA and SLS 3D printers, post-processing solutions, and Form Auto manufacturing solution for automatic part removal. The company also develops its own portfolio of industry-leading, high-performance materials and best-in-class 3D printing software. In 2024, Formlabs was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies in Manufacturing by Fast Company. To learn more, visit www.formlabs.com.Form 4: Blazing Speed Meets Unmatched Precision in Under 2 HoursFormlabs2024-08-30 | Speed should never come at the cost of accuracy and precision. Form 4 delivers the majority of parts in under two hours, without ever compromising on dimensional accuracy or surface finish, right out of the box.
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs builds the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Headquartered in Somerville, Mass. with offices across the globe, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and decision-makers. Formlabs’ products include SLA and SLS 3D printers, post-processing solutions, and Form Auto manufacturing solution for automatic part removal. The company also develops its own portfolio of industry-leading, high-performance materials and best-in-class 3D printing software. In 2024, Formlabs was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies in Manufacturing by Fast Company. To learn more, visit www.formlabs.com.Printing the Impossible: How Form 4 Makes Complex Models Easy and FastFormlabs2024-08-28 | Printing the impossible on Form 4. With its proprietary release texture, peel forces are significantly reduced, allowing you to print complex models faster and more reliably than ever before. Learn more about Form 4: bit.ly/3Z0NWUs
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs builds the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Headquartered in Somerville, Mass. with offices across the globe, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and decision-makers. Formlabs’ products include SLA and SLS 3D printers, post-processing solutions, and Form Auto manufacturing solution for automatic part removal. The company also develops its own portfolio of industry-leading, high-performance materials and best-in-class 3D printing software. In 2024, Formlabs was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies in Manufacturing by Fast Company. To learn more, visit www.formlabs.com.Formlabs Helps Sydney Get a Custom 3D-Printed ProsthesisFormlabs2024-08-26 | Sydney lost her forefoot to cancer at age 13 and has been unhappy with her prostheses for 20 years, not wearing them. At Formlabs, along with some help from generous volunteers, we were able to scan and 3D print a new one with flexible TPU 90A Powder on our Fuse 1+ SLS system.
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs builds the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Headquartered in Somerville, Mass. with offices across the globe, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and decision-makers. Formlabs’ products include SLA and SLS 3D printers, post-processing solutions, and Form Auto manufacturing solution for automatic part removal. The company also develops its own portfolio of industry-leading, high-performance materials and best-in-class 3D printing software. In 2024, Formlabs was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies in Manufacturing by Fast Company. To learn more, visit www.formlabs.com.How Ford Developed the New Explorer Using Formlabs SLA and SLS 3D PrintersFormlabs2024-08-20 | See how Ford developed the new Explorer using Formlabs Form 4 and Form 3L SLA 3D printers, as well as the Fuse 1+ 30W SLS 3D printer. Learn more: bit.ly/3Wor0g8
Ford has recently launched the new Explorer, their first EV for the European market. The new model was developed by Ford's PD Merkenich development center near Cologne in Germany, where the Rapid Technology Center used Formlabs SLA and SLS 3D printers to prototype and validate designs quickly and cost-effectively and produce complex designs and functional parts.
They use Formlabs SLA 3D printers in the workshop for design prototypes that require good surface quality and need to be rapidly produced for quick iterations. PD Merkenich’s first Formlabs printer was a Form 2, but they quickly scaled up their fleet to multiple desktop units and a Form 3L large-format SLA 3D printer. Most recently, they were one of the first companies to get their hands on Form 4, Formlabs’ latest MSLA 3D printer.
“The Form 4 is very fast, I think it is the best machine that I’ve seen until now in terms of speed. It's really a very good upgrade compared to the previous models. It’s easier to operate, so it's much easier for the operators in our workshop to learn how to work with the machine and get parts with good quality,” said Bruno Alves, Additive Manufacturing Expert and Tooling Specialist at Ford.
“The Form 3L enables us to print big parts, for example, exterior body parts for the vehicle. We printed this mirror cap to validate a design. 3D printing is suitable for this application because it's fast and we can have very good quality compared to mass production parts,” said Alves.
The self-supporting nature of SLS 3D printing makes it easier to produce complex designs. For the new Explorer, the team used the Fuse 1+ 30W to produce various mechanical parts and assemblies.
“For this charging cover, it was important to use SLS, based on the fact that we needed a functional part that would enable us to test the mechanisms. It's a really complex design that we are not able to produce in any other way. We cannot mill this part. We cannot use injection molding to produce just some samples. So the best way is to print in a material that we can test physically,” said Alves.
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs builds the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Headquartered in Somerville, Mass. with offices across the globe, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and decision-makers. Formlabs’ products include SLA and SLS 3D printers, post-processing solutions, and Form Auto manufacturing solution for automatic part removal. The company also develops its own portfolio of industry-leading, high-performance materials and best-in-class 3D printing software. In 2024, Formlabs was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies in Manufacturing by Fast Company. To learn more, visit www.formlabs.com.SLA vs FDM 3D Printed Rocket Igniter - Prototyping at High Temperatures With Clear ResinFormlabs2024-08-14 | See why @SamRogers chose SLA 3D printing over FDM or metal 3D printing to prototype a vortex-cooled rocket engine igniter.
This is an experiment testing a vortex cooled rocket engine. The chamber is very small and designed as a torch igniter for a larger rocket engine.
If we were to 3D print this on a normal FDM printer in thermoplastic, the parts would melt and become unusable as soon as they became warm or hot.
Under a blow torch, the resin part ablates, which means it burns away a surface layer but remains mostly intact. The printed thermoplastic part melts, losing its form.
Printing this small combustion chamber in resin allows for short test firings while avoiding the very high cost of metal 3d printed parts.
As you test for longer, the nozzle throat slowly erodes, but you get a good few seconds of testing before it does.
The transparency of these parts is what makes it a brilliant demonstrator, because you can see the combustion taking place inside the chamber.
A new nozzle later, and we got the best firing yet: a clear supersonic mach diamond pattern is present in the exhaust.
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs builds the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Headquartered in Somerville, Mass. with offices across the globe, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and decision-makers. Formlabs’ products include SLA and SLS 3D printers, post-processing solutions, and Form Auto manufacturing solution for automatic part removal. The company also develops its own portfolio of industry-leading, high-performance materials and best-in-class 3D printing software. In 2024, Formlabs was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies in Manufacturing by Fast Company. To learn more, visit www.formlabs.com.Whats New in PreForm 3.38Formlabs2024-07-26 | See what's new in PreForm 3.38, from job setup and print summary card updates to angle snapping. Download PreForm: bit.ly/preform338
What's new in PreForm 3.38: ►Job setup card updates: visibility into your selected printer's status ►Print summary card updates: undock the card from the sidebar into the main workspace and new additional print details ►Angle snapping: easily rotate parts in discrete 15-degree increments
PreForm is Formlabs 3D printing preparation software, that prepares your models automatically in minutes, uploads them to your printer, and lets it build. Offered totally for free, so you never worry about licenses, annual fees, or installation limits.
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs builds the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Headquartered in Somerville, Mass. with offices across the globe, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and decision-makers. Formlabs’ products include SLA and SLS 3D printers, post-processing solutions, and Form Auto manufacturing solution for automatic part removal. The company also develops its own portfolio of industry-leading, high-performance materials and best-in-class 3D printing software. In 2024, Formlabs was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies in Manufacturing by Fast Company. To learn more, visit www.formlabs.com.Formlabs and Micronics: A Shared Vision for the Future of SLS 3D PrintingFormlabs2024-07-11 | Max Lobovsky, CEO and co-founder of Formlabs, sits down with Henry Chan, CEO and co-founder of Micronics, to discuss their shared vision to make SLS 3D printing more accessible and how the two organizations are joining forces to accelerate the development of this mission. Learn more: bit.ly/3Y2d9x9
00:12 A Shared Vision for the Future of SLS 3D Printing 02:08 Formlabs and Micronics Join Forces 03:47 Micron and the Kickstarter Campaign 05:17 Looking Towards the Future 06:12 Focusing on What Matters
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs builds the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Headquartered in Somerville, Mass. with offices across the globe, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and decision-makers. Formlabs’ products include SLA and SLS 3D printers, post-processing solutions, and Form Auto manufacturing solution for automatic part removal. The company also develops its own portfolio of industry-leading, high-performance materials and best-in-class 3D printing software. In 2024, Formlabs was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies in Manufacturing by Fast Company. To learn more, visit www.formlabs.com.From Design to 3D Print With Form 4/B: Workflow OverviewFormlabs2024-06-12 | Learn how to 3D print flawless parts on our latest desktop 3D printers, Form 4 and Form 4B. Request a free 3D printed sample part: bit.ly/37yIkVn.
The Form 4/B, powered by a Low Force Display™ Print Engine, is part of a 3D printing ecosystem that’s easy to learn and use and requires little intervention or maintenance. This short video covers the basics of how to use the Form 4/B, from software and materials to printing and post-processing.
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs builds the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Headquartered in Somerville, Mass. with offices across the globe, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and decision-makers. Formlabs’ products include SLA and SLS 3D printers, post-processing solutions, and Form Auto manufacturing solution for automatic part removal. The company also develops its own portfolio of industry-leading, high-performance materials and best-in-class 3D printing software. In 2024, Formlabs was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies in Manufacturing by Fast Company. To learn more, visit www.formlabs.com.Inside the Form 4: Deep Dive the Low Force Display (LFD) Print EngineFormlabs2024-06-07 | Watch this video for a deep dive into how the Low Force Display™ (LFD) Print Engine on Form 4 works. Learn more: bit.ly/3TYgvxK
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The Form 4 and Form 4B are powered by a Low Force Display (LFD) print engine, making stereolithography (SLA) 3D printing faster than ever with most prints complete in under two hours. LFD sets a new standard for speed, reliability, print quality, and materials performance in one professional tool.
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs builds the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Headquartered in Somerville, Mass. with offices across the globe, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and decision-makers. Formlabs’ products include SLA and SLS 3D printers, post-processing solutions, and Form Auto manufacturing solution for automatic part removal. The company also develops its own portfolio of industry-leading, high-performance materials and best-in-class 3D printing software. In 2024, Formlabs was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies in Manufacturing by Fast Company. To learn more, visit www.formlabs.comFrom Autodesk CEO to Tinkering with Autonomous Cars, 3D Printing & Nuclear FusionFormlabs2024-05-17 | Carl Bass has had a wide-ranging and fascinating career that saw him go from young software entrepreneur to Autodesk CEO, with many stops in between. Since retiring, Carl has focused his energy on building and working in a huge workshop on projects ranging from autonomous driving to nuclear fusion.
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Carl is on the Board of Directors of Formlabs, and recently sat down with Formlabs co-founder and CEO, Max Lobovsky, to discuss the complexities of making physical products, the future of 3D printing, collaborating with Google and James Camerojn, and much more.
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs is expanding access to digital fabrication, so anyone can make anything. Headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts with offices in North Carolina, Germany, Hungary, Japan, China, and Singapore, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, manufacturers, and decision-makers around the globe.
Through a continuous commitment to innovation, Formlabs has become the largest supplier of professional stereolithography (SLA) and selective laser sintering (SLS) 3D printers in the world. Formlabs also develops its own suite of high-performance 3D printing materials that continue to expand the range of applications of additive manufacturing, as well as best-in-class 3D printing software, post-processing tools, and automation solutions.Impressive Compliant Mechanism 3D Printed on the Fuse 1Formlabs2024-05-03 | Watch the Compliant Mechanism 3D Printed on the Formlabs Fuse 1. Learn more: bit.ly/4biJ5AP
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs builds the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Headquartered in Somerville, Mass. with offices across the globe, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and decision-makers. Formlabs’ products include SLA and SLS 3D printers, post-processing solutions, and Form Auto manufacturing solution for automatic part removal. The company also develops its own portfolio of industry-leading, high-performance materials and best-in-class 3D printing software. In 2024, Formlabs was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies in Manufacturing by Fast Company. To learn more, visit www.formlabs.com.Compliant Gripper Printed in PU Rigid 650 ResinFormlabs2024-05-02 | Watch a compliant gripper printed in PU Rigid 650 Resin.
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▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs builds the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Headquartered in Somerville, Mass. with offices across the globe, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and decision-makers. Formlabs’ products include SLA and SLS 3D printers, post-processing solutions, and Form Auto manufacturing solution for automatic part removal. The company also develops its own portfolio of industry-leading, high-performance materials and best-in-class 3D printing software. In 2024, Formlabs was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies in Manufacturing by Fast Company. To learn more, visit www.formlabs.com.Formlabs Keynote HighlightsFormlabs2024-04-23 | Watch the highlights of Formlabs' keynote in which CEO and co-founder Max Lobovsky unveils the next generation of SLA 3D printers, Form 4. Learn about how Form 4 will change the way products are made: bit.ly/4cWEkyu
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs builds the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Headquartered in Somerville, Mass. with offices across the globe, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and decision-makers. Formlabs’ products include SLA and SLS 3D printers, post-processing solutions, and Form Auto manufacturing solution for automatic part removal. The company also develops its own portfolio of industry-leading, high-performance materials and best-in-class 3D printing software. In 2024, Formlabs was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies in Manufacturing by Fast Company. To learn more, visit www.formlabs.com.Form 4 Reveal | Formlabs KeynoteFormlabs2024-04-17 | Formlabs CEO and co-founder Max Lobovsky unveils the next generation of SLA 3D printers, Form 4. Learn about how Form 4 will change the way products are made: bit.ly/3UabXEC
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0:00 Formlabs Journey & Mission 8:00 Form 4 Reveal 10:28 Fast 3D Printer 12:52 Inside the Form 4 15:49 Reliable 3D Printer 18:00 Form 4 Materials 19:30 Affordable 3D Printer 23:00 3D Printing vs. Injection Molding Racing
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs builds the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Headquartered in Somerville, Mass. with offices across the globe, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and decision-makers. Formlabs’ products include SLA and SLS 3D printers, post-processing solutions, and Form Auto manufacturing solution for automatic part removal. The company also develops its own portfolio of industry-leading, high-performance materials and best-in-class 3D printing software. In 2024, Formlabs was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies in Manufacturing by Fast Company. To learn more, visit www.formlabs.com.Can 3D Printing Finally Compete with Injection Molding?Formlabs2024-04-17 | Catch the thrilling speed showdown between Injection Molding and the Form 4 3D Printer by Formlabs! Learn more: bit.ly/4cWEkyu
Witness the lightning-fast capabilities of Form 4 as it outpaces traditional injection molding methods in speed and quality. Explore how 3D printing is revolutionizing manufacturing, rendering injection molding obsolete. Dive into this Fast and Furious clash of technologies!
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs builds the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Headquartered in Somerville, Mass. with offices across the globe, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and decision-makers. Formlabs’ products include SLA and SLS 3D printers, post-processing solutions, and Form Auto manufacturing solution for automatic part removal. The company also develops its own portfolio of industry-leading, high-performance materials and best-in-class 3D printing software. In 2024, Formlabs was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies in Manufacturing by Fast Company. To learn more, visit www.formlabs.com.Form 4: A Closer Look at Its DesignFormlabs2024-04-17 | Get up close with the sleek design and impressive features of our brand new printer, Form 4! From its smooth curves to its cutting-edge technology, explore every angle in stunning detail. Learn more: bit.ly/4cWEkyu
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs builds the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Headquartered in Somerville, Mass. with offices across the globe, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and decision-makers. Formlabs’ products include SLA and SLS 3D printers, post-processing solutions, and Form Auto manufacturing solution for automatic part removal. The company also develops its own portfolio of industry-leading, high-performance materials and best-in-class 3D printing software. In 2024, Formlabs was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies in Manufacturing by Fast Company. To learn more, visit www.formlabs.com.Introducing Form 4: Blazing Fast 3D PrinterFormlabs2024-04-17 | Form 4 is a blazing fast masked SLA 3D printer powered by Low Force Display™ Print Engine that combines an industry-leading materials library with a reliable, accurate print engine. Learn more: bit.ly/4cWEkyu
Turn your ideas into reality faster than ever with easy workflows, leading reliability, and stunning part quality using the Form 4 ecosystem.
Form 4’s speed is driven by Formlabs’ new Low Force Display™ Print Engine, a powerful combination of ultra-high power LEDs, collimating lenses, optical filters, and a robust liquid crystal display. Together they cure each layer of resin rapidly — regardless of part size or quantity. With tight tolerances, parts printed in every resin on Form 4 will match your design parameters, every time.
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs builds the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life. Headquartered in Somerville, Mass. with offices across the globe, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, healthcare providers, manufacturers, and decision-makers. Formlabs’ products include SLA and SLS 3D printers, post-processing solutions, and Form Auto manufacturing solution for automatic part removal. The company also develops its own portfolio of industry-leading, high-performance materials and best-in-class 3D printing software. In 2024, Formlabs was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies in Manufacturing by Fast Company. To learn more, visit www.formlabs.com.Formlabs Healthcare: How We Develop and Manufacture Biocompatible MaterialsFormlabs2024-04-05 | Our team develops, validates, and manufactures all 3D printing solutions to ensure best-in-class quality, consistency, and safety. Discover why quality-controlled manufacturing is crucial for biocompatible materials: bit.ly/4bLS5iS
In 2018, Formlabs became the first vertically integrated 3D printing hardware and materials company when we acquired Spectra Photopolymers.
Today, we offer the widest range of 3D printing materials for dental and medical applications used across the largest install base of 3D printers in healthcare facilities all over the world.
Whether you want to 3D print high-accuracy dental appliances, life-changing prosthetics, end-use medical devices, diagnostic surgical models and guides, or sterilizable surgical instruments, Formlabs’ materials enable you to create safe and effective end-use products that can be patient-matched and produced at scale.
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▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs is expanding access to digital fabrication, so anyone can make anything. Headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts with offices in North Carolina, Germany, Hungary, Japan, China, and Singapore, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, manufacturers, and decision-makers around the globe.
Through a continuous commitment to innovation, Formlabs has become the largest supplier of professional stereolithography (SLA) and selective laser sintering (SLS) 3D printers in the world. Formlabs also develops its own suite of high-performance 3D printing materials that continue to expand the range of applications of additive manufacturing, as well as best-in-class 3D printing software, post-processing tools, and automation solutions.SLS Powders ExplainedFormlabs2024-03-22 | In this video, we’ll showcase Formlabs’ range of SLS Powders for the Fuse Series 3D printers, including the various applications and use cases, material properties, post-processing recommendations, and real-life examples. Learn more: bit.ly/495eDbR
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Did you know that you can 3D print strong and durable functional parts, and complex assemblies that would otherwise be impossible to make with other methods?
Selective laser sintering (SLS) powders are the go-to 3D printing materials for functional prototypes and end-use parts, and offer the excellent mechanical characteristics of traditional injection-molding, but with the unmatched design freedom of additive manufacturing.
As the unfused powder supports parts during the printing process, there’s no need for dedicated support structures, resulting in higher throughput and less waste, and enabling you to create complex interior features and interlocking parts that would be impossible to produce with any other method.
This makes SLS 3D printing ideal for the most demanding applications across engineering, manufacturing, and healthcare.
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs is expanding access to digital fabrication, so anyone can make anything. Headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts with offices in North Carolina, Germany, Hungary, Japan, China, and Singapore, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, manufacturers, and decision-makers around the globe.
Through a continuous commitment to innovation, Formlabs has become the largest supplier of professional stereolithography (SLA) and selective laser sintering (SLS) 3D printers in the world. Formlabs also develops its own suite of high-performance 3D printing materials that continue to expand the range of applications of additive manufacturing, as well as best-in-class 3D printing software, post-processing tools, and automation solutions.How Unilever and Serioplast Develop New Bottle Designs With 3D Printed MoldsFormlabs2024-03-12 | Discover how Unilever and Serioplast are revolutionizing the prototyping and pilot testing of plastic bottles using 3D printed molds in blow molding: bit.ly/48RUVAl
As one of the world’s largest fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies, Unilever is constantly developing new products for everyday use, from personal care to home care, nutrition, and more.
One important area of innovation is packaging; the design of a bottle can sometimes affect customer perception as much as what’s inside. Brands like Unilever have to consider material usage, aesthetic appeal, safety, and sustainability for a vast catalog of packaging types and the products they hold. But for a “simple” plastic bottle, getting from a design on the computer screen to filling it on the manufacturing line has traditionally taken many months.
Learn from Stefano Cademartiri, CAD & Prototyping Owner at Unilever, and Flavio Migliarelli, R&D Design Manager at Serioplast Global Services, how they worked hand in hand to test the viability of 3D printed molds for low-volume stretch blow molding (SBM) to accelerate prototyping and pilot testing, cutting lead time by six weeks and costs by up to 90%.
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs is expanding access to digital fabrication, so anyone can make anything. Headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts with offices in North Carolina, Germany, Hungary, Japan, China, and Singapore, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, manufacturers, and decision-makers around the globe.
Through a continuous commitment to innovation, Formlabs has become the largest supplier of professional stereolithography (SLA) and selective laser sintering (SLS) 3D printers in the world. Formlabs also develops its own suite of high-performance 3D printing materials that continue to expand the range of applications of additive manufacturing, as well as best-in-class 3D printing software, post-processing tools, and automation solutions.[Timelapse] Balance Bike Frame 3D Printed on Form 3LFormlabs2024-03-07 | Watch a balance bike frame being 3D printed on the Form 3L, Formlabs' large format SLA 3D printer.
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs is expanding access to digital fabrication, so anyone can make anything. Headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts with offices in North Carolina, Germany, Hungary, Japan, China, and Singapore, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, manufacturers, and decision-makers around the globe.
Through a continuous commitment to innovation, Formlabs has become the largest supplier of professional stereolithography (SLA) and selective laser sintering (SLS) 3D printers in the world. Formlabs also develops its own suite of high-performance 3D printing materials that continue to expand the range of additive manufacturing applications, as well as best-in-class 3D printing software, post-processing tools, and automation solutions.Printing Presses, Empowered by 3D Printing: Robotics Applications and Replacement PartsFormlabs2024-02-28 | Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG is the leading global manufacturer of offset printing presses. The company uses 3D printed parts in series production, producing thousands of parts per year for around 15 different applications. Learn more: bit.ly/4bPJ48E
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Watch this video to learn how selective laser sintering (SLS) 3D printed parts empower lightweight robotics applications and can even replace steel parts in folding machines.
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs is expanding access to digital fabrication, so anyone can make anything. Headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts with offices in North Carolina, Germany, Hungary, Japan, China, and Singapore, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, manufacturers, and decision-makers around the globe.
Through a continuous commitment to innovation, Formlabs has become the largest supplier of professional stereolithography (SLA) and selective laser sintering (SLS) 3D printers in the world. Formlabs also develops its own suite of high-performance 3D printing materials that continue to expand the range of applications of additive manufacturing, as well as best-in-class 3D printing software, post-processing tools, and automation solutions.Extended SLA Build Volume for Larger PartsFormlabs2024-02-12 | New build volume parameters for the Form 3 Series increase available height by 4% for desktop and 7% for benchtop SLA. Learn more: bit.ly/49bbxE4
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With these new settings, you can now print up to 4% taller parts on the Form 3/B/+. The available height is now 193 mm compared to the earlier 185 mm. On Form 3L/BL, you can now print up to 7% taller parts. The available height is now 320 mm compared to 300 mm previously.
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs is expanding access to digital fabrication, so anyone can make anything. Headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts with offices in North Carolina, Germany, Hungary, Japan, China, and Singapore, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, manufacturers, and decision-makers around the globe.
Through a continuous commitment to innovation, Formlabs has become the largest supplier of professional stereolithography (SLA) and selective laser sintering (SLS) 3D printers in the world. Formlabs also develops its own suite of high-performance 3D printing materials that continue to expand the range of additive manufacturing applications, as well as best-in-class 3D printing software, post-processing tools, and automation solutions.Cerakote Ceramic Coating for SLA 3D Printed PartsFormlabs2024-02-05 | Learn how to do ceramic coating to create aesthetically and functionally enhanced end-use SLA 3D printed parts with an easy, scalable Cerakote workflow. Watch the full webinar: bit.ly/3wb9IIt
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Don’t just take it from us - Cerakoted SLA resin parts are relied upon in extreme environments as end-use components. In this webinar, we sit down with Kyle Winger, CEO of government contractor Wingate Durham, to learn how he uses the Form 3+ and Cerakote C-Series for ceramic coating to create rugged parts for end-use applications.
What you’ll learn: - Why do ceramic coating and why use Cerakote C-Series? - Can you Cerakote SLA 3D printed parts yourself easily in-house? - How should you choose which SLA resin to use? - Can ceramic-coated 3D printed parts withstand impact, extreme temperatures, and repeated use?
▶️ Watch the full webinar: bit.ly/3wb9IIt 📖 Guide to Cerakote Ceramic Coating for SLA and SLS 3D Printed Parts: bit.ly/3vVmhrl
Formlabs ► bit.ly/3NgD0Jd YouTube ► bit.ly/39tiZ3f Facebook ► bit.ly/3lkuXio Twitter ► bit.ly/3yBQgUG Instagram ► bit.ly/3wk9egQ LinkedIn ► bit.ly/39pDLB0Navigating the Future: 3D Printings Impact on Unmanned Vehicle AdvancementsFormlabs2024-01-25 | In this webinar hosted by Ubaid Mithawala, Application & Service Engineer, you will gain a deep understanding of how Formlabs leads the charge in helping organizations streamline their product development processes and bring manufacturing in-house. Watch the full webinar: bit.ly/3tVHdOA
With the utilization of stereolithography (SLA) and selective laser sintering (SLS) 3D printing technology from Formlabs, industry leaders are enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and gaining more control over their workflows.
You’ll learn: - Explore the transformative power of SLA and SLS technologies in the drone and UAV industry. - Learn how one customer replaced millions of dollars in CNC machining with a single Fuse 1+ 30W. - Delve into advanced materials engineered to excel in demanding aerial and underwater exploration environments.
Equipped with truly rapid same-day printing and a wide range of industrial-grade materials Formlabs’ Fuse Series SLS 3D printing ecosystem has the power to take your parts from printed to finished in as little as fifteen minutes.
At the core of the ecosystem is Fuse 1+ 30W, a printer with a powerful 30W laser that sinters parts in hours, not days. After printing, our automated post-processing solutions take over to reduce tedious manual labor by 80%.
Fuse Sift is our automated material handling system that recovers and recycles used powder in as little as 5 minutes to minimize waste for a lower cost per part.
Fuse Blast is our automated media blasting system that brings parts to a professional finish in as little as 10 minutes with automated tumbling for hands-free cleaning in just one click and ergonomic manual modes for total control.
Whether you want to produce batches of small, complex components or parts that vary in material and shape the Fuse ecosystem makes it faster and easier than ever to deliver professional parts that are clean to the touch in as little as 15 minutes.
Want to refine your parts even further? Our optional polishing system elevates parts for a smooth, semi-gloss, dye-ready finish.
Plus, continuous software updates ensure your Fuse Series Ecosystem just keeps getting faster and more efficient with a growing library of industrial-grade nylon, TPU, polypropylene, and glass- and carbon fiber-filled nylon SLS 3D printing materials.
▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs is expanding access to digital fabrication, so anyone can make anything. Headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts with offices in North Carolina, Germany, Hungary, Japan, China, and Singapore, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, manufacturers, and decision-makers around the globe.
Through a continuous commitment to innovation, Formlabs has become the largest supplier of professional stereolithography (SLA) and selective laser sintering (SLS) 3D printers in the world. Formlabs also develops its own suite of high-performance 3D printing materials that continue to expand the range of additive manufacturing applications, as well as best-in-class 3D printing software, post-processing tools, and automation solutions.How to Make Silicone Parts: Silicone 3D Printing, Silicone-Like Materials, and Silicone CastingFormlabs2024-01-19 | Are you looking to produce silicone parts quickly for prototyping or short runs? It’s never been easier, thanks to 3D printing! Read more: bit.ly/429yJQj
Silicone elastomers are versatile materials with high-performance properties making them attractive for a wide range of applications, from consumer products to medical devices, to industrial parts for automotive and manufacturing sectors.
Silicone parts are traditionally fabricated with injection molding, compression molding, or casting. These processes are either labor-intensive or require expensive tooling that comes with long lead times. 3D printing can solve these challenges: it allows you to fabricate parts quickly and at a low cost.
There are three solutions: 3D printing pure silicone, 3D printing elastomeric parts with silicone-like properties, or 3D printing molds for casting the silicone of your choice.
Chapter 1: 3D Printing Pure Silicone Chapter 2: 3D Printing High-Performance Elastomers Chapter 3: 3D Printing Molds for Casting the Silicone of Your Choice
▬ Learn More ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 📖 Learn more about silicone 3D printing and alternatives bit.ly/429yJQj 👉🏼 Buy a Silicone 40A Resin today: bit.ly/4b5HZcc 📕 Learn more about Silicone 40A Resin: bit.ly/47HsV1u 🧐 Watch the webinar: bit.ly/3SoWBw8 🔵 Discover the Form 3+: bit.ly/3V4QGfr 🔎 Find more information about workflow on our support site: bit.ly/44s8eW1
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▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs is expanding access to digital fabrication, so anyone can make anything. Headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts with offices in North Carolina, Germany, Hungary, Japan, China, and Singapore, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, manufacturers, and decision-makers around the globe.
Through a continuous commitment to innovation, Formlabs has become the largest supplier of professional stereolithography (SLA) and selective laser sintering (SLS) 3D printers in the world. Formlabs also develops its own suite of high-performance 3D printing materials that continue to expand the range of applications of additive manufacturing, as well as best-in-class 3D printing software, post-processing tools, and automation solutions.Empower Your Team: Become a Formlabs-Certified Operator for Maximum 3D Printing SuccessFormlabs2024-01-17 | Maximize your printing fleet's efficiency with Formlabs-certified training. Get your team trained to safely operate and maintain 3D printers, optimize processes, and onboard others. Learn more: bit.ly/4aWIOEj
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Our onsite trainings ensure that your team will be able to demonstrate consistent, high-quality 3D printing results.
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▬ About Formlabs ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Formlabs is expanding access to digital fabrication, so anyone can make anything. Headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts with offices in North Carolina, Germany, Hungary, Japan, China, and Singapore, Formlabs is the professional 3D printer of choice for engineers, designers, manufacturers, and decision-makers around the globe.
Through a continuous commitment to innovation, Formlabs has become the largest supplier of professional stereolithography (SLA) and selective laser sintering (SLS) 3D printers in the world. Formlabs also develops its own suite of high-performance 3D printing materials that continue to expand the range of applications of additive manufacturing, as well as best-in-class 3D printing software, post-processing tools, and automation solutions.