3D Systems
3D Systems is a pioneering company in the field of 3D printing and additive manufacturing. Here is detailed information about the company:
History
- Founded in 1986 by Charles Hull, who is often credited with inventing the stereolithography (SLA) process, which is one of the first forms of 3D printing.
- The company was initially named 3D Systems Corporation and went public in 1987.
- In 1988, they introduced the first commercial 3D printer, the SLA-1, which revolutionized prototyping across various industries.
- Over the years, 3D Systems has acquired several companies to expand its technology offerings, including Z Corporation in 2011 for powder-based 3D printing, and Phenix Systems in 2013 for metal printing.
Products and Technologies
- 3D Systems offers a wide range of 3D printers, materials, and software solutions:
- Printers: From desktop models like the Cube series for hobbyists to industrial systems like the ProX Series for professional use.
- Materials: Including plastics, metals, ceramics, and composites, designed for specific applications from prototyping to final part production.
- Software: Their portfolio includes Geomagic for reverse engineering, and 3D Sprout for integrated 3D scanning and printing.
- The company also provides healthcare solutions, focusing on medical devices, dental applications, and personalized medical models.
Innovations and Milestones
- 2016 - Launched the ProJet MJP 2500, which uses MultiJet Printing (MJP) technology for high-resolution prints.
- 2020 - Introduced DMP Flex 350, a metal 3D printer designed for flexibility and ease of use in metal additive manufacturing.
- They have been involved in pioneering work on bioprinting, aiming to produce human tissues for medical applications.
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