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The global housing crisis demands innovative solutions, and 3D printing is stepping up to the challenge!  With less than 1,000 3D printed buildings worldwide, the potential for this technology to revolutionize housing is immense. Texas-based company Icon is leading the charge, inviting designers worldwide to reimagine affordable homes that can be 3D printed for under $100K. The Initiative99 competition recently awarded 16 winners, splitting a $1M prize, for their visionary home and community concepts.  These designs not only showcase the benefits of 3D printed construction but also demonstrate its scalability and potential to address diverse housing needs. From flood-resistant homes in New Zealand to community-focused designs in Spain, each project offers a glimpse into the future of housing accessibility and sustainability. Sponsored by the Wells Fargo Foundation, Initiative99 not only rewards innovation but also commits to bringing these designs to life, serving under-housed communities worldwide. As Mona Peters of MTspace Studio rightly puts it, "We feel 3D printing can be a real game changer." Let's embrace this transformative technology and pave the way for a future where safe, affordable housing is within reach for all.  #3dpriting #3dprint #global #3dprinter #plastics #plastic #design #designers #innovation #challenge #innovators #additivemanufacturing #india

So, what are amusement park designers in the US doing differently from theme park fabricators across Europe? What are the expectations of thrill seekers and how do their cultural norms impact the final experiential results? Dive into our latest blog (link in the Comments below): Designing Magic - A Journey Through Global Theme Park Creations. Learn some of the ways fabricators are bringing exotic worlds to life with large 3D printers. Image credit: Giant 3D-printed shark by Distri Com IAAPA IAAPA EMEA InPark Magazine

👉 WHAT, HOW and WHY ... we design and make❓ ❗New category 2024: #industrial! #medtech #design #fashiontech #mobility #architecture #digital #electronics #machinery #material #sustainability The 11 verticals announced for the award, derived from the questions „WHAT, HOW WHY ... we design and make“. In line with the disciplines, the international partners and jury members are characterised by their diverse perspectives, which helps to comprehensively reflect the quality and range of the award. The judges look beyond the horizon of 3D printing and contribute their expertise and experience from science, industry, politics, design, the press and sustainability. This mix of experts from inside and outside the sector of new technologies helps to ensure a multi-faceted assessment. 🔜 3DPC exhibition at @Rapid.Tech3D (14-16 May 24), Messe Erfurt 🏆 and award ceremony 15 May 2024 ❗#APPLYNOW till 11 March for the international competition for Additive Manufacturing and Advanced Technologies 3D Pioneers Challenge #3dpc2024 #wettbewerbe2024 #award #innovation #3d #challenge2024 #am #collaborativemindset #mindset #disruptive #3ddruck #industry #pushingboundaries #advancedtechnologies #3dprinting #additivemanufacturing #competition #3dpioneerschallenge #applynow #mindset #collaborative

Willowview Celebrates World Creativity and Innovation Day (April 21st)! ✨ At Willowview, we believe that innovation thrives on rapid prototyping! 🛠️That's why we utilize powerful 3D printers to help us bring ideas to life quickly and efficiently. Meet Jim Shaver, another one of our incredible engineers, as he introduces some of our favorite team members: our 3D printers! These printers allow our team to create physical models of their designs, enabling them to test functionality, refine concepts, and visualize the final product before full-scale production. Whether it's a new component for a machine or a completely groundbreaking invention, our 3D printers play a crucial role in bringing the future to life. Stay tuned to see how these tools contribute to Willowview's next big creation! #WorldCreativityAndInnovationDay #Willowview #HappyEngineers #EngineeringExcellence #EngineeringInnovation #WeAreWillowview #PrusaXL

At Signify our purpose is to unlock the extraordinary potential of light for brighter lives and a better world. Therefore we place sustainability at the core of everything we do. Can Lighting Design Be Truly Sustainable though? At Philips MyCreation, we’re merging innovation and sustainability with Gleam, designed by Sebastian Bergne. Crafted from eco-conscious materials and 3D-printed for flexibility, Gleam offers a variety of shapes and sizes - all without the need for extensive tooling. In Sebastian's words: “...one of the great advantages of 3D printing is that there’s no need for tooling investment, and that’s a real winner.” As sustainability flourishes through partnerships, so do we. Watch the video to hear more about how Gleam is setting a new standard for sustainable design. ⤵️ #PhilipsMyCreation #Gleam #SustainableDesign #LightingInnovation #ALightingBrandBySignify

From approval to deployment, in 5 minutes flat. Let me explain. Expo season = Massive projects, short deadline, high expectations. Today, an approval for a central project for the TECHXPO Malta x StartinMalta expo came through - specifically for INDIS Malta. A project with no less than 300 components, hundreds of hours of printing, close to 60kg of materials. A 4m long exhibit. Within 5 minutes, we had 40 machines ongoing, with no detriment to our other ongoing projects. Short lead times, infinite customisation. Lean & Agile manufacturing on steroids We’ll trickle in updates 😎 #printfarm #malta #techexpo #innovation #3dprinting Ministry for the Economy, Enterprise and Strategic Projects Invent 3D

#3DPC2024 #Finalist "WAVEHOUSE" SSV Architekten KRAUSGRUPPE, Mense Korte architekten, PERI, Heidelberg Materials GERMANY In Heidelberg, the largest 3D-printed building in Europe has recently been realized. Our aim was to showcase the diverse advantages of 3D printing technology compared to conventional construction methods. The concrete used for printing boasts excellent pumpability and exceptional extrusion properties. This allowed us to achieve a print with remarkable dimensional accuracy, enabling the realization of the spectacular facade design that would have been unattainable through other means. The craftsmen on the construction site also effortlessly operated the printer, highlighting its user-friendly nature. The project was completed in three printing phases, with a total printing time of 170 hours. Throughout these phases, various intermediary tasks were seamlessly integrated. The voids and floor slabs were filled with traditional cast-in-place concrete. This construction method has the potential to fundamentally change the way we approach building design and construction in the future. 🔜 Rapid.Tech 3D (14-16 May 24), Messe Erfurt, Germany 💡 Visit the 3DPC Finalists #exhibition 🏆 Keep fingers crossed, till 3DPC #awardceremony 15 May 2024, 3:30pm, booth 2.509! www.3dpc.io #wettbewerbe2024 #award #innovation #3d #advancedtechnologies #challenge2024 #am #mindset #CollaborativeMindset #disruptive #3ddruck #industry #pushingboundaries #3dprinting #competition #collaborative #additivemanufacturing

𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗵𝗼𝘄 #𝗥𝗼𝗯𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗰 #𝗟𝗙𝗔𝗠 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲? 🌱✨ Caracol and the #HeronAM technology were born from the world of design and architecture, developing our robotic #LFAM system to create parts that weren't possible with traditional technologies. Download our White Paper to learn about: ❇️ 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀: Innovative, sustainable options driving creativity and efficiency. ❇️ 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: LFAM as a game-changer for prototypes and large-scale designs. ❇️ 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆: Eco-conscious production that reduces waste and promotes circularity. ❇️ 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀: how leading companies worldwide are delivering that push creative boundaries. Discover how large-format 3D printing can support sustainable creative innovation! 🔗 Download our new White Paper: https://loom.ly/Fa4U3QE #Caracol #additivemanufacturing #3dprinting #3dprint #3DPrinting #innovation #manufacturing #HeronAM #advancedtechnology #creative #whitepaper #buildbeyondpossible #production #automation #digitalization #industry40 #design #architecture

Project:- Saudi entertainment ventures project. Location:- Al Taif Saudi Arabia Department:- WSD Manage name:- Essam Hassan. Engineer:- Jayatu Saha. These people are doing hell with their juniors and involved in dirty politics as they are disturbing their employees mentally as well as physically by not paying their workers obligatory overtime which results in a company's reputation. such an unethical people have occupied post in UCC which has left a pathetic impact on its employees. Some of my family members have been sent to their home country without being paid with their overtime and deducted basic amount and addition to this they have been physically and mentally tortured. And there are still friends of my family members who are residing in the accommodation provided by the company and demanding for their overtime and basic amount opposite to it they are still being harassed by companies authority.And it sounds too bad as despite of knowing all these issue management is still not taking any strict action against these post holders. I would request if any senior authority catches eys to my concern should reach out to its company and resolve the issues of employees before it's too late for the reputation of the company not only in Saudi Arabia but worldwide.