Top 12 3D printing videos of 2018

It’s been a year full of news in the 3D printing industry. New machines hit the market ready to be tested, legal issues was debated, and the preparations for going into space has moved forward. A lot of it has been covered on video, giving us a chance to show it to you. Many big brands such as HP, Ultimaker and Marvel have made headlines in this year’s 3D printing news. All of which shows us where we are and what is possible for the future. Check out the top 3D printing videos of 2018!

1. HP Multi Jet

The American company HP presented their newest technology this year: The HP Metal Jet technology. The new machine is based on a powder binding technique inspired by MIM (Metal Injection Molding). Compared to other metal powder bonding and sintering solutions this will provide better productivity at a much reduced cost. This new development has secured HP as one of the largest resellers of professional 3D printers on the market.

2. 3D printed guns

One of the big debates this year was on 3D printed guns and whether or not it should be legal. Earlier this year it was officially announced to be legal in the United States of America. However throughout the year this has gone back and forward. The first 3D printed gun was released back in 2013 with a legal battle in terms of commercialisation and distribution. Though the initial fight has been settled, the issue still seems to be continuing.