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Bringing a New Dinosaur to Life with The Natural History Museum
When the Natural History Museum set out to unveil a brand-new dinosaur species, 3DPRINTUK joined forces to make it happen. We spoke with Katy Payne, Head of Special Events at the museum, to uncover how this incredible collaboration brought prehistoric life into the modern age. Each year, the museum hosts its Trustees’ Dinner, an event…
25% MJF Capacity Boost and JOSCAR Certification
We’ve got some exciting updates to share! At 3DPRINTUK, we’re always looking for ways to push the boundaries of additive manufacturing and make it more accessible for businesses across the UK. This time, we’ve gone big. Again! 3DPRINTUK is excited to announced a further investment of almost £1m in our production capabilities, with the addition…
3DPRINTUK is Now JOSCAR Certified
3DPRINTUK is proud to announce that we are now officially JOSCAR certified This demonstrates our ongoing commitment to maintaining the highest standards of quality, compliance, and reliability within the aerospace, defence, and security sectors. What is JOSCAR? JOSCAR (Joint Supply Chain Accreditation Register) is an industry-recognised accreditation system used by major organisations in aerospace,…
3DPRINTUK is Exhibiting at DroneX 2025
We’re excited to announce that 3DPRINTUK will be exhibiting at DroneX 2025, the UK’s leading event for the UAV industry. The show takes place on 30th September – 1st October at ExCeL London, and you’ll find us at Stand DX220.
Interrogating Quality Issues in Polymer 3D Printing
Quality control (QC) and dealing with quality issues is paramount in Polymer 3D Printing, particularly when it serves as a production technology.
3DPRINTUK Unveils £2m Expansion and Price Reductions on MJF Manufacturing Costs
Up to 50% Price Reductions on MJF Manufacturing Costs with the UK’s Largest Capacity Expansion to Date.
3DPRINTUK Boosts MJF 3D Printing Capacity With New Machines & Dedicated Maintenance Team
Learn how 3DPRINTUK have recently boosted MJF 3D printing capacity (HP Multi Jet Fusion 3D Printing) with new machines and a dedicated maintenance team
Introducing SAF Stratasys H350 & PA11 Material to the 3DPRINTUK on-demand 3D Printing Service
3D PRINTUK is proud to bring another UK first by adding the first commercially available Stratasys SAF H350 production system to its extensive 3D printer portfolio, significantly extending capacity and output of high quality 3D printed parts.
3DPRINTUK Shows Market Dominance at TCT 3Sixty – 2024
We are excited to be exhibiting at TCT 3Sixty this week. You will find us on stand C24 in Hall 1 of the NEC. The show is running 5-6 June in Birmingham, UK.
Additive Manufacture: In-house 3D Printing Versus Outsourced 3D Printing Service (Part 1)
In this 3-part series of articles, we will embark on a comprehensive exploration of in-house 3D printing / additive manufacturing (AM), where our main focus is empowering you to make informed decisions about how to engage with the technology across an ever-evolving landscape.
Additive Manufacture: In-house 3D Printing Versus Outsourced 3D Printing Service (Part 1)
Empowering you to make informed decisions about how to engage with the technology as either in-house 3D Printing or an outsourced 3D printing service
BSI ISO 14001 – Environmental Management System (EMS) Accreditation – Passed!
We are thrilled to announce that 3DPRINTUK has successfully passed the BSI ISO 14001:2015 certification audit.
An Update on our Road to Net Zero 3D Printing Service Initiative
The latest update on our commitment to being a net zero 3D printing service comes in the form of some facts and figures along with some community engagement to actively make a difference in our locale.
3D Printing Ordering System Upgrade with NEW Schedule & Call Off Order Features
Learn about the 3DPRINTUK 3D Printing Ordering System upgrade and the additional benefits now available to new and existing customers.
3DPRINTUK On-Demand 3D Printing Service Business Continues to Grow
As a company that specialises in industrial 3D printing for low volume manufacture and batch production, 3DPRINTUK On-Demand 3D Printing Service Business continues to grow at an impressive rate.
Insight from the 3DPRINTUK Factory Floor with Josh Wells
A Q&A session with Josh Wells, the Pre-production and Build Manager at 3DPRINTUK about his role, and the impact of the recent company acquisition by Solid Solutions on the 3DPRINTUK factory floor.
3DPRINTUK CEO Wins Inspiring Leader Award at ‘The Manufacturer Top 100’ Ceremony
3DPRINTUK CEO, Nick Allen, won the award for ‘Inspiring Leader’ at The Manufacturer Top 100 awards in Birmingham.
3DPRINTUK acquired by Solid Solutions
3DPRINTUK acquired by Solid Solutions and will become part of the TriMech Group, taking a huge leap forward in what we can offer our customers. Learn more in this press release.
First Carbon Neutral 3D Printing Bureau
3DPRINTUK is thrilled to announce our ambitious goal to become the first fully certified, carbon-neutral 3D printing bureau by the end of 2023!
3DPRINTUK – Certified Carbon Neutral Company
Learn how 3DPRINTUK has attained certified carbon neutral company status.
Managing 3D Printing Quality Control at 3DPRINTUK
In this article, Rebecca Wilkes, 3DPRINTUK Order Manager, discusses 3D printing quality control in a fast moving rapidly growing environment, and how quality issues are a focus at every turn.
Leading The Way to Net Zero
3DPRINTUK have set an ambitious goal to become the first fully certified, net zero 3D printing bureau by the end of 2023! We are also aiming to be the first 3D printing service to offset 100% of our plastic output. When we do something worthwhile, we go all out. Achieving certified net zero is no…
3DPRINTUK named as one of Europe’s Fastest Growing Companies 2023
3DPRINTUK is delighted to have made the Financial Times 1000 Fastest Growing Companies in Europe list, published yesterday, with an absolute growth rate of 171.6%.
Increased SLS and MJF 3D Printing Capacity plus Improved Delivery Service!
SLS and MJF 3D Printing capacity increased by 50%, with another SLS machine and improved delivery.