Why manufacturing security standards are essential for growing 3D print farms
From aerospace prototypes to consumer products, 3D printing is reshaping manufacturing, and security standards are rising to match. Print farms that invest in proper security infrastructure now aren't just protecting files, they're positioning themselves to take on high-value contracts that their less-secure competitors can't touch.
Double Your 3D Print Shop’s Etsy Orders Without Doubling Your Time
January 16, 2025
Selling 3D prints on Etsy sounds like a simple way to profit off your designs, until suddenly you’re a year in, have 15 printers, and are struggling to keep up. The little tasks add up quick, and automation is the key to freeing up your time for the more important things.
How Automation Gives 3D Printing Manufacturers A Competitive Edge
January 14, 2025
3D printing is still a relatively new technology in the world of manufacturing. But something has kept 3D printing from dominating larger industrial processes: the amount of labour required per unit produced. To make 3D printing viable for larger operations, there is a need for automated systems that decrease labour while maintaining output.
“Set systems, not goals” is a phrase that has risen in popularity in recent years, especially in productivity spheres online. Manufacturing basically invented the practice of optimizing systems. So how can you as a 3D print farm owner set up systems to hit your 2025 goals?
The beginning of term is a fresh start - the perfect time to take a step back, look at your print lab's current processes, and figure out what can be done to better serve your students. One of the simplest and most effective ways we can do this is to find innovative ways to streamline what we already have, making it more accessible, efficient, and sustainable - for students, for the environment, and for those who run them.
In this guide, we'll share our proven maintenance schedule that keeps Prusa MK4 printers running like new, even in high-throughput environments. Whether you're running a print farm or just want to get the most out of your printer, this approach will save you time and frustration in the long run.