The rise of 3D printed guns has sparked a lot of debate recently around security, legislation, and the future of firearms. With the increasing accessibility of 3D printers, many people are asking can you 3D print a gun, and if so, how to 3D print a gun? More importantly, is it legal to 3D print […]
Astroprint joins forces with Print&Go!
Hey Astroprint community, We have some BIG news to share with you, and we couldn’t be more excited to announce that… Astroprint is joining forces with Print&Go! 🚀 That’s right! Astroprint and Print&Go are now one team, united by our shared passion for making 3D printing as awesome and accessible as possible. We know this […]
The Impact of 3D Printing in Schools and Universities
Imagine building something that only existed in your head – and watching it become real, layer by layer. That’s the power of 3D printing! Students are using it to turn their wildest ideas into actual objects, transforming the way they learn. According to industry experts 3D printing is going to change the world – everything […]
Astroprint service updates: We’re back with enhancements!
Discover the latest Astroprint service updates: strengthening our commitment to you. Hello makers! 🧑🚀 It’s a pleasure for us to be active again, and we’re back stronger than ever! We have many things prepared for you, such as improving the platform and renewing our commitment to you. Our main mission is to provide the best […]
Kimball Union Academy: Teaching 3D printing during Covid-19
The Covid virus has brought real challenges to 3D printing educators. In a typical 3D printing lab, students congregate around 3D Printers as they wait for their prints to finish. They share computers, sd cards and so on… Giving a 3D printing class seems impossible these days with the new social distancing standards. Some schools […]
How your 3D Printer lab can survive the new social distancing standards
The Covid virus has impacted the way we interact in nearly all aspects of daily life, and the education system is no exception. With schools gradually getting back to regular classes, new social distancing standards will have to be implemented campus-wide. This poses some unique challenges for 3D Printer labs, which typically involve students congregating […]
How to start a Business with 3D Printers
During the COVID crisis, many people put their 3D printers to work to print personal protective equipment for the healthcare personnel, proving the ability to quickly create a new design and bring a product to market. As traditional manufacturing is now taking over to full-fill those needs, many people that volunteered to print PPEs are […]
How makers are using Clusters to 3D print PPEs worldwide
We asked some groups in our community how they are using AstroPrint Clusters to coordinate efforts to print PPEs for hospitals and other groups in need. Here is what they had to say: Printing PPEs in Cincinnati Patrick Bennett and Richard Eichhorn are coordinating efforts in the Cincinnati Metro Area including Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana. […]
AstroPrint’s Clusters App, Community 3D Printing Platform to Fight Covid-19
As the COVID-19 outbreak worsens across the world, the urgent need for medical gear is being partially fulfilled by the additive manufacturing industry. Additive is being used for everything from face shields, medical masks, and respirator valves, to much-needed ventilator parts for critically ill patients. With this kind of critical medical gear in short supply, […]
AstroPrint announces free service for Hospitals and Universities during the COVID-19 crisis
Dear AstroPrinters and 3D Printing community, Now more than ever we are dedicated to providing you with the best service possible. We decided last week to temporarily close our offices for the safety of our employees during the C19 crisis. However, you should know that we are staying 100% operational. We are lucky enough to […]