It’s drupa! Were you there?

drupa2016_Chloe_PrintMediaCentr

Hi! I’m Chloe! I’m just back from that fun fair called drupa – where companies that sell to printers pitch their wares and print buyers and print equipment buyers of all types come to kick the tires, ask questions, and compare technologies. Since that is what the show is for, that’s what I did! I’ve […]

1/1 Interview with Sabine Geldermann – Director, drupa

drupa_S.Geldermann_PrintMediaCentr

Thanks to my new best friend Anne Meerboth-Maltz from Messe Düsseldorf North America, I was able to score an interview with Sabine Geldermann Director drupa & Global head Printing Technology, Messe Düsseldorf GmbH. Needless to say with drupa only 2 months away, I am extremely grateful that both of these amazing women took the time to share some cool […]

[Infographic] How 3D Printing Will Revolutionize The Classroom

Im not sure that “revolutionize” is the fair term to use based on the examples they give for classroom uses for 3D print, but those objects could certainly enhance the learning experience and take it to another level. The 3D print info is worth a read… I didn’t know you could use stainless steel as […]

The Dawn Of Consumer 3D Printing Has Arrived

At 7.2 inches per side, weighing in at 2.2 lbs, and currently going for $299 USD on Kickstarter, the dream of a 3D printer in your home can now be a reality. The Micro is dubbed the “First Truly Consumer 3D Printer”and after reading the specs I can see why. It’s desktop friendly, can be […]

ASK ROCK: Should I Invest In 3D Printing?

Welcome to ASK ROCK, a monthly advice column where industry expert Rock LaManna will answer your questions on topics such as: key financials for business, and how it can lead to profitable organic growth, M&As, strategic alliances, succession plans, and exit strategies. He will also talk about leadership and present family business case studies. Do you have […]

The First-Ever 3D-Printed Book Cover Has Arrived

Ok, perhaps there IS a commercial use for PRINT and 3D Printers after all! Thanks to Gary Jones from PIA for sharing this in my LinkedIn Group! Check It Out: The First-Ever 3D-Printed Book Cover The limited edition of ‘On Such a Full Sea’ brings publishing into the future (or, rather, one possible future) By Lily Rothman @lilyrothman […]

Say Hello To My Little 3D Printed TOOTH!

Over Fourth Of July weekend I managed to crack my tooth on a peach pit. For the record, it was a really nice and juicy Georgia peach that didn’t mean any harm. And even though it’s likely to be the most expensive peach I will ever eat, the dark cloud showed it’s silver lining when […]

3D Printers: What I Thought I Knew, But Know Now

Brian Rothschild has been a connection of mine on LinkedIn for quite a while, and he always has something lively and topical to add to the discussions he participates in throughout the platform. I was totally psyched that I would finally be able to meet him face to face at Graphics of The Americas, and […]

A Whole New Print: Is 3D Printing Coming To Your Local Print Shop?

  By Ben Freund If you haven’t already heard, 3D printing is one of the hottest developing technologies coming to market. One of the biggest questions about it—for readers of PrintMediaCentr, especially—is how 3D printing will impact the traditional print industry. I’ll cover the argument in favor of 3D printing becoming a tool for traditional print […]

World’s First 3D Printing Photo Booth to Open in Japan

This is brilliant! I wonder if this tech will be available for THE PRINTERVERSEtm at PRINT 13??? Since Marco (@miercs) sent me this link, I think he should also figure out how to get one to the US! If you agree, please tweet him “I want a mini-me Marco!” – and maybe he will succumb […]

3D-Printed Head Shaped Urns Coming To Mantle Near You. UM CREEPY!

Described as “a new and exciting way to memorialize your loved one,” a Vermont company named Cremation Solutions has gone heads (no shoulders here) above the rest with their 3-D printed likenesses of the dearly departed.  Created by photos, these Urns are the latest in the personalization trend that really puts others to shame! You […]