ARGAND Lamp by Quentin de Coster: Bridging the Pre-Tesla Era and 3D Printing
“The present is theirs; the future, for which I really worked, is mine”, the real father of the electric age, Nikola Tesla, once said. July 10th marks the birthday of this greatest geek that ever lived, and people around the world are celebrating today as Nikola Tesla Day. Today’s featured design – the ARGAND lamp by Quentin de Coster – is an invention that bridges the pre-Tesla era and the latest revolutionary technology, 3D Printing. (more…)
10 Amazing Things You Can 3D Print Today
3D printing has come a long way from being a simple tool for prototyping in manufacturing to a game changer in industries like fashion, retail, architecture and many more. As the cost of 3D printing continues to decline the opportunities and technology continues to grow, giving rise to great innovation. We have gathered 10 projects in the 3D printing world that are sure to peak your interest. We bet you didn’t know you could 3D print: (more…)
Happy 4th of July! Get Your 3D Printed Statue of Liberty Today
Happy 4th of July! As this patriotic holiday falls on a Friday this year, many of you are probably already enjoying the beginning of Independence Day weekend. Besides going to see fireworks or having a barbeque with your family, did you know that 3D Printing can also be a good way to spend the 4th of July? (more…)
5 Trends Driving 3D Printed Jewelry Today
3D printing is a perfect fit for anyone pursuing making jewelry. Combine the creativity of a designer with a cheaper, faster way to produce one-of-a-kind pieces of jewelry and the possibilities become limitless. 3D printing really shines in its capacity to customize the product to the user’s wants; resulting in better jewelry designed faster. Whether you want to create or shop, these are the 5 trends driving 3D printing today. (more…)
Commemorating the 1st Anniversary of i.materialise Japan with One-Day Free Shipping to Japan!
We launched the i.materialise.co.jp website on July 1st last year in order to serve our Japanese customers in their own language. To celebrate the 1st anniversary of i.materialise.co.jp, some of the shipping options to Japan will be free for today only! (more…)
We’ve Made It to the Heart of the Big Apple: Materialise on Times Square!
We’re very proud to announce that our parent company Materialise NV was officially listed as publicly traded company on the NASDAQ Global Select Market (NASDAQ: MTLS) on Wednesday June 25. In celebration of this momentous milestone of the Company, we broadcast a few videos showcasing what’s made possible through our 3D printing software and services in our 24-year history. (more…)
Happy Social Media Day! Post Your #3DPrintie on Social Media and Win a Voucher!
Todayis the 5th annual World Social Media Day. It’s been celebrated around the world since 2010 as a way to recognize the digital revolution happening right before our eyes. Each year, thousands of people organize meet-ups across the globe to participate in this international movement.
This year, i.materialise is taking part in this social media celebration for the very first time, and featuring the biggest phenomenon of today’s social media: the selfie. But of course, we didn’t forget to add some 3D Printing flavor. We’re excited to launch our “3DPrintie” campaign! (more…)
Splash Lamp by Desmond Chan Beautifully Captures a Moment of Liquid Art
There is beauty in nature that we just can’t see with our naked eyes. A tiny water drop forming beautiful liquid art is one of them. In a new 3D-printed lamp, Desmond Chan depicts this very moment; one that can only be captured with a high-speed camera. (more…)
Connect Your i.materialise Shop with CreatorFoo, and Start Selling Your 3D Prints on Amazon!
We’ve heard a lot of 3D designers saying, “I want to increase sales of my 3D Printed designs, but listing my products on those big e-commerce sites is too troublesome. I wish I could only focus on designing!” Well, now you can solve this problem with just a few clicks. We’re proud to present CreatorFoo, our new API partner that connects your 3D Printed products with i.materialise and the world’s largest e-retailers, including Amazon. (more…)
Moonrig: Creating a Cameraman’s Ideal DSLR Camera Rig with 3D Printing
3D Printing is not only about beauty and nice designs you can place on your shelf. It can also make your life more convenient by creating functional pieces suited perfectly to your daily needs. Unlike mass-produced products sold in the shop, 3D Printing lets you customize products that take into account the exact ways you use things. (more…)
