Monday, August 24, 2015

UPS, Stratasys Expand 3D Printers to 100 Stores Nationwide - Robotics Business Review

UPS, Stratasys Expand 3D Printers to 100 Stores Nationwide - Robotics Business Review

PRESS RELEASE

Following the successful launch of 3D print in six markets across the
country, The UPS Store is expanding 3D printing services to meet the
growing demands of its small business customers to nearly 100 additional
locations nationwide.

As the first nationwide retailer to offer 3D printing services
in-store, in collaboration with Stratasys, The UPS Store continues to
evolve its services to better meet the needs of small business owners.
Over the past year, the six locations saw demand for 3D print continuing
to increase across a broad spectrum of customers. This upward trend is
in line with the 3D print industry, which also experienced rapid growth.
In fact, the 3D print service provider sector increased by 21 percent
last year, according to The Wohlers Report 2014.

Tuesday, August 04, 2015

Women Significantly More Likely To Use 3-D Printers Than Men

Women Significantly More Likely To Use 3-D Printers Than Men: The report is one of the best I have seen related to makers and how making opens up the mind, encourages creativity on a variety of levels, and makes learning fun. It is loaded with strong ideas and suggestions on how to make a difference in education and some points stood out: