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31 January 2023 KIMYA strengthens its partnership with AON3D KIMYA continues its strategy of partnering with OEMs and takes a new step in its collaboration with AON3D. The leader in high-temperature 3D solutions announces the launch of a new line of ready-to-use high-performance filaments “Readyprint™” designed in partnership with KIMYA. KIMYA, the preferred partner for OEMs Strengthened by their partnership, established since 2018, AON3D […]

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16 January 2023 The KIMYA team is expanding and is pleased to introduce Caroline Arnoux, Product Development and Quality Control Manager Can you tell us a little about yourself and your career to date? Hi, my name is Caroline and I’m a PhD chemical engineer specializing in materials science. After completing my engineering training at the École Nationale Supérieure de Chimie in Montpellier and at the Ecole Normale Supérieure in Lyon, I pursued my career path […]

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30 November 2022 New 3D Filament Kimya PC-FR with EN45545 certification Expert in the formulation and characterization of materials dedicated to additive manufacturing, KIMYA continues to enrich its range of high-performance 3D filaments with Kimya PC-FR: a ready-to-use smokeless polycarbonate plastic that can withstand temperatures up to 105°C. This material joins the 25 or so filaments that KIMYA – with the help of its resellers – […]

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20 June 2022 Focus on materials: the Kimya PA6-CO filament KIMYA continues to innovate and expand its range of materials with this new nylon co-polymer filament based on polyamide 6. While nylon is the most widely used material in additive manufacturing (SLS and FDM), Kimya PA6-CO filament stands out for its ease of printing with the FDM technique, which is known to be difficult to […]

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17 May 2022 KIMYA has joined the FDM system of Stratasys! Great news for the additive manufacturing market! KIMYA is delighted to announce that it has become one of the first three producers to join the FDM® system of the global market leader in polymer 3D printing solutions, previously not open to third-party filaments. By incorporating KIMYA within its ecosystem of open materials, Stratasys is enabling […]

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4 April 2022 KIMYA is now offering NANOE’s Zetamix filaments in the North American market KIMYA is thrilled to help NANOE take over the North American market by distributing its Zetamix ceramic and metal filaments in the US and Canada! Zetamix filaments by NANOE enter the North American market Suitable for FDM (fused deposition modeling) 3D printers, the Zetamix by NANOE ceramic and metal filaments offer the right mechanical and […]

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31 January 2022 KIMYA renews its commitment to ORPLAST 3 to develop recycled high-performance filaments After its first successful participation in the ORPLAST scheme leading to the commercialization of 4 new recycled filaments, KIMYA is now targeting between 70% and 100% recycled materials in so-called high-performance filaments, without affecting the properties. The additive manufacturing expert is committing itself again for a period of 3 years to a research and development […]

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27 January 2022 A 3D-printed repair clamp reduces pipeline downtime The Dutch company MX3D has unveiled a steel 3D-printed clamp for pipelines, a part produced using WAAM technology (Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing) and subtractive manufacturing methods. Using a hybrid approach, the company is able to redesign the manufacturing process for a critical part used in the oil & gas and chemicals industries. This helps to […]

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15 December 2021 Nathan Litmer, new Business Manager North America The KIMYA team welcomes a new business development manager for the North American market! Nathan Litmer joined the company in June 2021 and aims to increase the presence of our brand in the United States and Canada by developing new partnerships and collaborations with direct clients. Nathan has recently discovered additive manufacturing and is already […]

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30 November 2021 miniFactory and Kimya: a partnership to accelerate the adoption of additive manufacturing in industry In 2018, KIMYA signed a partnership agreement with the Finnish manufacturer miniFactory, a specialist in the development of high-temperature machines for industry. Numerous Kimya filaments have subsequently been tested and approved on the miniFactory Ultra printer, enabling users to maximize the benefits of additive manufacturing. A partnership to remove the obstacles to additive manufacturing There […]

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12 November 2021 KIMYA is expanding its fleet of high-performance 3D printers KIMYA is expanding its fleet of high-performance 3D printers at its site in Nantes, France. Partly supported by the France Relance national development plan, this investment enables KIMYA to continue to upgrade its production facilities, boosting the process of local re-industrialization An enhanced fleet of high-performance 3D printers Against this background, KIMYA is expanding its […]

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7 October 2021 The Kimya PETG-R is added to our range of recycled filaments In the context of the ORPLAST 2 plastics recycling project, we are today announcing the launch of our new recycled material, the 3D filament named Kimya PETG-R. It therefore supplements our existing range of recycled filaments and is the fruit of the ADEME project that began in March 2018. Our new thermoplastic is sourced from […]

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24 September 2021 Kimya Materials, build quicker, order smaller, buy cheaper Material: PEKK-A Application Background Armor uses an older style slitting machine to manufacture TTR ribbon with specific customer requirements. It is generally run 8 hours a day, 5 days a week. The machine uses a gear that is constantly being engaged and disengaged with another gear. This gear is machined out of Polymer called Nylatron […]

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14 September 2021 ARMOR 3D welcomes its new technical manager, François Edy. The Armor 3D team expands once again! A few months ago, François Edy joined the company as Technical Manager at the Kimya Factory, our 3D printing service. He is responsible for managing the production team, for responding to all technical requests and for ensuring that production lead times are met. So we decided to ask […]

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2 September 2021 Ford manufactures new vehicle components from recycled 3D printing powders One of the factors currently pushing companies to use additive manufacturing is its lower ecological footprint; 3D printing processes enable parts to be designed using not only an absolute minimum of materials but also recycled and recyclable materials. An increasing number of applications are adopting the principles of the circular economy, with waste being upcycled […]

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6 July 2021 Additive manufacturing – a key factor in the maintenance of Italian trolleybuses In Naples, the public transport company Azienda Napoletana Mobilità S.p.A (ANM) has been using additive manufacturing to repair certain spare parts for its trolleybuses, in particular the carriage heads. By 3D printing these parts, the company says that it has reduced the downtime of its electric vehicles by 95%. Already in service for a number […]

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29 June 2021 #AEFA21 Awards First prize for the thesis of Agnès Harlay, doctoral student at ARMOR Conference on Additive Manufacturing, Agnès Harlay, doctoral student at ARMOR, IMT Mines Alès and IGCM Montpellier, won first prize in the “My thesis in 180 seconds” category. This recognition rewards her research work on thermoplastic elastomer materials dedicated to 3D printing. With its almost century-old history of innovation, the industrial group ARMOR continuously invests in […]

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3 May 2021 Armor 3D team: Misha Nesaratnam Production of our Kimya filaments calls for cutting-edge expertise provided by a highly skilled team with a wide range of profiles. The team is also expanded to meet the needs of industrial operators located in all four corners of the globe! Today, we are welcoming Misha Nesaratnam, our new Product Manager. She provides the link […]

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15 April 2021 Focus on materials: the Kimya PEKK-SC filament Once we have developed a new material, we usually take the time to present it to you. And on this occasion we are talking about the Kimya PEKK-SC ou p(polyetherketoneke semi-crystalline), a thermoplastic offering excellent mechanical properties and good levels of resistance against temperature and chemicals. Our new filament is therefore a member of the […]

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22 March 2021 Honeywell certifies the first 3D-printed critical engine part The US company Honeywell International has been investing in metal additive manufacturing solutions for a number of years now, with the objective of producing aircraft components for its Honeywell Aerospace division. It has therefore designed hundreds of lightweight, high-performance and complex parts and has just received the very first certification from the FAA (Federal Aviation […]

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22 October 2020 Recycled 3D filaments project: Update In March 2018, ARMOR responded to the call for projects launched by the ADEME environment and energy agency, named ORPLAST (Objective: Recycling of Plastics). Lasting 3 years, the objective of the project is to provide financial support for plasturgists and manufacturers that convert raw materials into products incorporating recycled plastics among the materials they use. […]

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5 October 2020 Kimya Factory, a bespoke production service for manufacturers It is several years now since our personnel moved to the town of Les Sorinières, in a 1,200 m2 production facility divided into three main activities: the formulation and characterization laboratory for produced materials, named Kimya Lab; the production unit for manufacturing our compounds and filaments; and the Kimya Factory, a support service for manufacturers […]

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11 September 2020 Additive manufacturing helps to restore Jaguars over 50 years old The restoration of vintage cars is frequently a question of passion. Many companies specialize in the field, but it is not always as easy as you might think. For example, the availability of parts is always a highly complicated matter: most components of old cars are no longer produced or marketed. If they are, it’s […]

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23 July 2020 Armor 3D team: Lucas Bellec Our team is expanding again! In March, we welcomed a new pre-sales engineer, Lucas Bellec: he joined Kimya to provide a link between our sales team, production, and our customers. Just this once: who says new team member, says profile interview! We, therefore, asked Lucas a few questions to find out more about his career […]

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30 June 2020 Focus on materials: The Kimya ABS-EC filament This week we are presenting the new 3D printing filament from our range: Kimya ABS-EC. As its name suggests, the Kimya ABS-EC filament is ABS-based. It presents the salient feature of offering electrical conductivity and good thermal resistance. It possesses the same characteristics as our Kimya ABS-ESD filament, with the exception of its surface resistivity, […]

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15 June 2020 Additive manufacturing and sustainability: how to deploy the corporate strategy Additive manufacturing offers real benefits when it is matter of reducing your ecological footprint. The materials are only used when they are needed, thereby reducing waste. Production is typically more local, significantly reducing transportation and the carbon footprint. The technology furthers the circular economy approach by re-using recycled waste to create new materials. The question […]

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13 May 2020 ARMOR 3D team: Chad Lynn After conquering the French market, ARMOR quickly expanded its additive manufacturing activities abroad. First in Europe, then in the United States. Who says expansion says expansion of the team working for the success of the company! She recently welcomed her new Business Developer for the North America region, Chad Lynn. As you know, at ARMOR, […]

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23 April 2020 Additive manufacturing creates customized, FDA-approved stents In the medical sector, additive manufacturing has a real trump card up its sleeve: it enables the design of customized devices, entirely manufactured based on the patient’s own anatomy. There are many applications, from anatomical models for the surgeons to human tissues, prosthetics and orthotics. Some 3D printing materials even have characteristics akin to human […]

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2 April 2020 Lamborghini focuses on additive manufacturing to design its car parts The car manufacturer Lamborghini has been collaborating with the company Carbon 3D for a year now. Thanks to its Digital Light Synthesis technology, the Italian company can produce innovative parts more quickly. A few weeks ago, it presented a new model of a hybrid car, the Sián FKP 37. The vehicle incorporates a 3D printed […]

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26 February 2020 The Kimya Lab – a laboratory established to characterize all our materials Located in Les Sorinières in premises covering 1,200m2, the Kimya additive manufacturing site is composed of multiple different areas to offer producers around the globe 3D printing materials adapted to their specific requirements. The areas include a production unit with 3 extrusion lines and a printing workshop. The Kimya Factory boasts some twenty 3D printers […]

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20 February 2020 6 filaments of our range are included in the Raise3D Open Filament Program The American manufacturer Raise3D a program launched its Raise3D Open Filament Program The US manufacturer Raise3D has launched its Raise3D Open Filament Program. This program certifies the use of several 3D printing filaments for its N Series and Pro2 Series. Among these filaments are 6 grades of Kimya materials, from the PLA, ABS and PETG […]

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23 January 2020 Kimya’s eco-designed range At ARMOR, respect for the environment is one of our priorities, which is why we have developed an eco-designed range of products and a collection service for plastic waste relating to 3D printing. Some of our filaments are in fact produced using recycled materials: you already know our Kimya Kimya PLA-R, made from industrial production […]

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9 January 2020 The US Navy prints in 3D the hulls of its submarines The US Navy, and especially the special force known as the SEALs (sea, air and land), could produce its future submarines using 3D printing. The US Navy has presented its Optionally Manned Technology Demonstrator (OMTD), a first 3D-printed hull, in collaboration with the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). It is a new production method that […]

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19 December 2019 Kimya filaments at the heart of the Ultimaker Material Alliance Program In April 2018, the 3D printer manufacturer FDM Ultimaker launched its Ultimaker Material Alliance Program, approving a wide selection of printing filaments to enhance the user experience. The filaments in the program include the PLA-R and ABS-ESD by Kimya, joining the 78 other approved partners. Choosing the material is a key step in the […]

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11 December 2019 Back to Formnext 2019: New Materials and Partnerships The Formnext 2019 exhibition was a resounding success with over 850 exhibitors and 34,000 participants. ARMOR was delighted to be able to present its solutions to international operators in the additive manufacturing sector. Notably Kimya Factory and its new material, PEBA-S Kimya®. It was also the opportunity to announce strategic partnerships with MakerBot and the […]

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12 November 2019 Find the Armor 3D teams at Formnext 2019! Discover our new materials at Formnext 2019! For the 2nd consecutive year, Armor 3D will be exhibiting at Formnext, the international event for professionals in the additive manufacturing sector. On November 19-22 in Frankfurt, our teams will be presenting the Kimya Factory, a production service for parts in small runs offering value-in-use in all industries, […]

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30 October 2019 Focus materials : The Kimya PPSU-S The Kimya range of materials is being expanded with the introduction of a PPSU-S, or Polyphenylsulfone, a high-performance polymer that notably offers good shock absorption, high resistance to sterilization and low humidity absorption. It is mainly found in the automotive and aerospace industries and in plumbing applications thanks to its excellent resistance to high temperatures. […]

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22 October 2019 ARMOR 3D-Team: Stéphane Cauliez After conquering the French market with its industrial materials, ARMOR 3D is now turning its attention to the Northern & Eastern European market, having taken on a Business Developer for this region a few months ago, Stéphane Cauliez. And as we like to reveal the talents behind our solutions, we asked him a few questions […]

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9 October 2019 Focus materials : The PEI-9085 The PEI-9085 is the new material from the Kimya range : from the family of amorphous thermoplastic polyimides, PEI (polyetherimide) offers excellent levels of resistance to chemicals and temperature. It is frequently compared to PEKK for its similar properties; however, PEKK has a reduced resistance to shock and lower processing temperatures. Let us take a closer […]

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17 June 2019 Airbus partners with ARMOR in its additive manufacturing process The International Paris Air Show opened its doors today: ARMOR is present in the Pays-de-la-Loire regional pavilion (Hall 4 – Booth F45), exhibiting its Kimya materials and a miniFactory machine. We are presenting our new filament, the PEI-9085, especially suited to the aeronautics sector. The event also presents the opportunity to meet up with a […]

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13 May 2019 Strategic partnerships with 3D printer manufacturers Over the past two years, ARMOR has been developing multiple partnerships with entrepreneurial and industrial 3D printer manufacturers, such as Ultimaker, Raise3D, Intamsys, Aon3D, and miniFactory. ARMOR wants to gain approval for Kimya filaments for use in their machines, thereby making the printing process more accessible to all users. It is a major issue for […]

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9 April 2019 The Kimya team : the profile of Damien Gavroy The diverse profiles of Kimya’s employees offer a wide range of skills for developing additive manufacturing. We are keen to present our different talents, and today it is the turn of Damien Gavroy to be under the spotlight! This young man from Poitiers participate in the printing of all sorts of objects, whether to test […]

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28 March 2019 The first hollow propeller blade 3D-printed in metal Naval Group, the French specialist in naval defense and renewable maritime energies, recently presented the first 3D-printed hollow propeller blade, a collaboration with the Ecole Centrale de Nantes as part of the H2020 RAMSSES1 European project. The blade is a step towards the goal of reducing the environmental impact of the programme’s civilian vessels. It […]

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11 March 2019 HAVA3D is now the exclusive distributor of Kimya 3D filaments On March 5, at the Global Industrie exhibition, Kimya and HAVA3D formalized their partnership for the distribution of Kimya filaments. HAVA3D, leader in 3D printing, is partnering with Kimya 3D materials HAVA3D, the French leader in additive manufacturing, is now the only company to offer Kimya 3D filaments, through the Makershop online sales platform, one […]

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28 February 2019 MakerPoint, official distributor of Kimya 3D printing materials in the Netherlands ARMOR and miniFactory have just signed a partnership with MakerPoint. MakerPoint is now the sole distributor of the Finnish manufacturer’s 3D polymer printers and Kimya 3D printing materials in the Netherlands. ARMOR’s know-how and expertise in 3D filaments are steadily becoming more widespread throughout Europe! MakerPoint is one of the largest distributors of additive […]

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7 February 2019 Focus on materials: TPC 91A Kimya’s family of thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) is expanding! We would like to introduce to you our new filament, TPC-91A, derived from the copolymerization of two types of monomers. Here is a look back at the main characteristics and uses of TPC-91A Kimya. Our TPC-91A is part of the same family of polymers as our […]

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24 January 2019 The Royal Netherlands Air Force optimises its maintenance work using 3D printing The Royal Netherlands Air Force is the aerial branch of the Dutch armed forces. It operates a large fleet of 263 aircraft incorporating jet fighters, drones and helicopters. These machines include numerous personalised parts which must be maintained and repaired using specific tools. The Dutch air force therefore decided to turn to additive manufacturing to […]

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17 December 2018 Focus on materials: PLA-R Kimya The Kimya PLA-R Kimya is the new material in our eco-designed range; it is obtained from recycled plastic, hence the “R” suffix. Six grades will be offered to the market to supplement our PLA-based range of filaments. Discover its properties and printing parameters! Polylactic acid PLA is a polymer that is highly valued in the […]

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4 December 2018 Lufthansa Technik opens an aerospace additive manufacturing centre Lufthansa Technik is one of the leading maintenance, repair and servicing operators in the civil aviation sector. It is a division of the German airline of the same name. The company ensures the reliability and availability of its 800 worldwide clients’ fleets. It recently announced the opening of a new additive manufacturing centre in Germany, […]

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24 November 2018 Feedback from the Formnext 2018 exhibition The Formnext exhibition is the world’s largest gathering of additive manufacturing professionals. This year, Kimya presented its solutions at the event in terms of materials and its two new products: ABS ESD PEKK-A With the support of its highly-regarded partners (machine manufacturers and chemical companies), Kimya is able to offer a complete range […]

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20 November 2018 Focus on materials: PEKK-A This week we are presenting our new hi-tech 3D printing filament, the PEKK-A. Part of the polyaryletherketone (PAEK) family, it notably offers good mechanical and insulation properties, in addition to high chemical resistance. Info on the main characteristics and printing parameters of our new material! But before presenting the PEKK-A, it is useful to go […]

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26 October 2018 Siemens Mobility produces spare parts for its trains using 3D printing According to a study by the Finnish research centre VTT, 5% of spare parts can be digitised and 3D printed. It’s a godsend for vehicle manufacturers, which are therefore able to manufacture on demand and reduce stocks. This is the very idea behind a project conducted by Siemens Mobility, which recently opened its first digital […]

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25 October 2018 Focus on materials: the ABS ESD This week we are presenting the new 3D printing filament from our range, the ABS ESD. It is a material based on ABS (acrylonitrile butadien styrene) supplemented by additives to provide anti-electrostatic discharge protection. ESD is the acronym for electrostatic discharge. We have developed two different formulations, namely ABS ESD-R and ABS ESD-S. Here’s a […]

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12 October 2018 Focus on Materials: the PC-S We made the announcement last week in our 2018 Focus on Materials: we have developed a new filament, the PC-S (PolyCarbonate Standard), a member of the polycarbonate family. It is an amorphous thermoplastic that will enable you to obtain transparent parts with high impact resistance. Below we present the main properties of our PC-S and its recommended […]

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8 October 2018 3D printing materials developed in 2018 2018 was marked by our brand change, but we also announced numerous new 3D printing materials, whether technical filaments or more conventional filaments based on PLA or ABS. At Kimya, we never stop innovating and offering solutions to meet industrial needs. That’s why we wanted to provide a quick reminder of all the Kimya materials […]

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5 October 2018 3D FDM printers for industry Fused Deposition Modelling (or FDM) is one of the most widely used technologies in the 3D printing market. Lots of machines are appearing every month, ranging from small low-cost printers to business and even industrial printers. Industrial sectors are becoming interested in FDM, due in particular to developments in the following materials: PEEK ULTEM PEKK, […]

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19 September 2018 Focus on materials: TPU-92A OWA Within our range of 3D printing filaments, there is a thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) that can be used to manufacture flexible parts with good resistance to solvents: filament TPU-92A OWA. Feedback on its main features, applications, and print settings! TPU-92A OWA is part of the TPE family of materials; polymers that combine the elastic properties of […]

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7 September 2018 Additive manufacturing VS subtractive manufacturing More and more industrial companies are attracted by the advantages of additive manufacturing and are integrating it into their production cycle. However, it is still a complementary tool to conventional production methods. So what are the differences between additive manufacturing and subtractive manufacturing? Is there one process more interesting than another? What are the advantages […]

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31 August 2018 CUDA, the 3D printed underwater jetpack Faced with the heatwave, why not enjoy the 3D printed jetpack? During this period of intense heat, here is a perfect product for the summer: the CUDA underwater jetpack. A 3D printed jetpack. And more precisely: its assembly includes 45 3D printed parts. Designed by Archie O’Brien as part of his design degree studies at […]

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31 August 2018 Dream Pops uses 3D printing to create tasty ice cream lollies A refreshing idea for the end of summer Have you just come back from enjoying the sun and beach on holiday? Let us take you back there by presenting a refreshing innovation: 3D printed ice cream lollies. The products have been partly designed using 3D technology. Dream Pops is the enterprise behind this plant-based ice […]

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10 August 2018 Arevo uses a carbon filament for 3D printing Applications for additive manufacturing are multiplying and have now penetrated most sectors, including transportation. The US start-up Arevo has unveiled a bicycle with a 3D printed frame using a carbon 3D filament. The advantages of carbon fibre are well known. A component of our ABS Carbon and PEKK Carbon filaments, it makes the 3D printed […]

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10 August 2018 The Kimya team : a profile of Mathieu Alberola Mathieu Alberola: 3D Filament Production Technician This week we are presenting to you Mathieu Alberola, 3D Filament Production Technician. Behind our range of filaments lies a diverse range of profiles, all of whom are passionate about additive manufacturing and exploit their talents and expertise to enhance the technology. Over recent months the Kimya team has […]

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10 August 2018 The Kimya team: a profile of Fanny Vidalat At Kimya we like to present to you the different talents behind our 3D printing range. Today it is the turn of Fanny Vidalat to explain her role in the company. She also gives us her views on the additive manufacturing market. As a Special Developments Engineer, Fanny develops recycled and recyclable materials for 3D […]

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18 July 2018 Project FIL’REC selected by ADEME ADEME established the ORPLAST plastics recycling initiative to provide financial support for plasturgists and manufacturers that convert raw materials into products which include recycled plastics among the materials they use. It also promotes the adaptation of production systems to include RRMs (recycled raw materials). The objective is, therefore, to support recycling upstream by increasing the […]

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16 July 2018 The labour market in the 3D printing sector The additive manufacturing sector has been at the root of numerous developments and innovations. These have had a radical impact on the labour market with the creation of new professions and an increasing number of skills profiles specialising in 3D printing. Although the technology is seen as more accessible today, it must nevertheless be stressed […]

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2 July 2018 Kimya enters into a partnership with German RepRap Following the AMX EXPO and 3D PRINT exhibitions, Kimya established a partnership with German RepRap to offer producers a complete additive manufacturing solution, with our PEKK Carbon filaments now approved for use by all of the German firm’s 3D printers. This collaboration confirms our intention of becoming a major player in the European 3D printing […]

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2 July 2018 IKEA creates bespoke chairs using 3D technology Although 3D printing offers numerous customisation possibilities for the consumer goods sector, the Swedish furniture giant IKEA has announced the launch of a range of 3D printed chairs for all video games fans. Named Ubik, it will be adapted to each gamer to ensure maximum comfort while retaining its aesthetic values. IKEA pays particular […]

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2 July 2018 Kimya at the 2018 3D Print show in Lyon For the third year in a row, Armor attended the 3D Print Congress & Exhibition in Lyon. The company took advantage of the event to present its 360° offering named Kimya, notably its bespoke materials solutions. Over 250 exhibitors and 6,000 participants visitors attended the event for discussions about additive manufacturing and to discover the […]

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25 June 2018 Focus on materials: PETG-S OWA This week we present to you our latest 3D printing filament, the PETG-S OWA, part of our recycled and recyclable range. If offers very similar properties to the PETG Carbon, as it is a polyethylene terephthalate with added glycol. The special feature of the PETG-S is the fact that it has been bio-sourced, in addition […]

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25 June 2018 Intellectual property in the 3D printing sector Additive manufacturing has spread rapidly throughout all working environments with an increasing number of professionals taking an interest in the technology to obtain greater freedom in the design of their parts. It makes modelling easier for designers, enabling them to create all sorts of shapes quickly and efficiently. There are therefore more models on the […]

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25 June 2018 The Cabin of Curiosities, the new 3D printed cabin by Emerging Objects Architecture is a sector that is being increasingly influenced by 3D printing with numerous structures created using the technology; it offers greater liberty in terms of design and complexity of form. Additive manufacturing may also become a means for designing structures that are more sustainable and environmentally friendly. These benefits have been exploited by the […]

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25 June 2018 Topology optimisation in 3D printing Topology optimisation is a technique consisting of improving the weight distribution of a part by removing material where it isn’t necessary. The objective is to identify the areas that will bear specific loads and constraints and to remove others. You then get a part that is optimised, lighter and more economic in terms of the […]

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25 June 2018 Choosing your 3D modelling software and slicer When you begin 3D printing you have to make many decisions, such as choosing the 3D printer, your materials and also the software. Because if you need one machine to manufacture and a certain material to get the right consistency, you should start off with a 3D model. This can be easily downloaded from online […]

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25 June 2018 Coral reefs 3D printed in concrete To mark World Environment Day, we decided to take a look at how 3D technologies could have a positive impact on our planet, especially the oceans. The French concrete 3D printing start-up, XtreeE, was one of the first companies to use additive manufacturing to create artificial coral reefs in order to protect biodiversity and recreate […]

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29 May 2018 Armor 3D at the Formnext and Educatec exhibitions Last week Armor 3D attended the Formnext exhibition, collaborating on the stand of the 3D printer manufacturer, German RepRap. Here is some feedback from one of the largest European industrial exhibitions on 3D printing. Armor 3D recently entered into partnership with German RepRap to promote the technical products from our range for technical machines, such […]

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23 May 2018 Feedback from the 2018 Add Fab exhibition The Add Fab exhibition took place on 11 and 12 April at the Parc des Expositions in Paris; the second staging of this event, reserved for professionals in additive manufacturing, attracted over 3,500 visitors and some 20 exhibitors, including Armor 3D, which exhibited its range of filaments and took part in pitches delivered by a […]

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17 April 2018 A 3D printed electric car soon to be on the roads Additive manufacturing is a welcome addition to many sectors, and automotive is no exception: 3D technologies enable the most complex of parts to be created rapidly while optimising weight, offering enhanced performance. So when we found out that a 3D printed electric vehicle, the LSEV, could be taking to the roads in 2019, we wanted […]

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17 April 2018 Armor 3D at APS Meetings in Lyon Last week Armor 3D attended APS Meetings in Lyon. This business convention dedicated to additive manufacturing, rapid prototyping, and product development was an ideal opportunity to present the range of hi-tech filaments to various professionals of the sector. On 20 and 21 March, Armor 3D was one of the international suppliers at the APS Meetings […]

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11 April 2018 Goodyear unveils Oxygene, the 3D printed ecological tire A few weeks ago we presented to you the 3D printed sustainable tire from Michelin, now it’s the turn of Goodyear to unveil its new ecological initiative: also a 3D printed tire incorporating living moss, imitating the principle of photosynthesis. Here we review an innovation that combines 3D printing, ecology, and artificial intelligence! Oxygene could […]

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26 March 2018 Focus on materials : PETG Carbon The Armor 3D range of materials is being extended, and today we are presenting to you our PETG Carbon filament, a material that offers superior properties to the classic PETG. A summary of the properties and print parameters of one of the filaments from the Armor 3D technical range! To properly understand the properties of […]

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5 March 2018 How to choose your 3D printing filament? Getting into 3D printing obviously means selecting your 3D printer, but that’s not all… Choosing the right material is also an important step for achieving optimum results. But faced with the vast choice of different filaments, plastics, and properties, it’s not always easy to find your feet. Armor 3D can give you some advice on […]

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26 February 2018 3D printed robotic flowers to save the bees Michael Candy is an Australian artist who has developed an innovative idea to save the declining bee population. Named Synthetic Polleniser his concept is based on 3D printed robotic flowers and artificial pollination to encourage bees to forage. Between the effects of pesticides, climate change and the presence of invasive species, bees are finding it […]

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20 February 2018 How does an FDM 3D printer work? Numerous 3D printing technologies are currently available: fused deposition modeling, stereolithography, laser sintering, and powder binding. At Armor 3D we are obviously interested in FDM, offering a range of innovative and environmentally friendly materials. But how does the 3D printer use our filament? How does the machine work? A summary of a few key points […]

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12 February 2018 Focus on materials: PEKK Carbon and PEI Following our presentation of new filaments just a few days ago, namely the ABS Carbon and ABS Kevlar, we are now going even further in the development of our range with two new materials, the PEI and PEKK Carbon. A summary of their properties and printing parameters. Polyetherketoneketone (PEKK) is a material derived from semi-cristalline […]

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2 February 2018 W.R. Yuma uses 3D printing to make sunglasses from waste W.R. Yuma is a young Belgian start-up which has started making sunglasses using 3D printing. What’s so special about that? They are made from plastic waste, such as drinks bottles, car dashboards and even fridges. A summary of a fine initiative combining fashion and the circular economy! The start-up has set itself the objective of […]

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28 January 2018 Focus on materials: the ABS Carbon and ABS Kevlar The filaments ABS Carbon and ABS Kevlar have been added to our range of materials. They are hi-tech products emanating from traditional ABS which we have modified to enhance the print properties, notably to reduce warping, a phenomenon that occurs due to the shrinking of the material during 3D printing, which causes the angles to […]

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22 January 2018 Manufacturers of FDM 3D printers The market for fused deposition modelling 3D printers has enjoyed significant growth in recent years: the sale of FDM machines inceased by 45% between the first and third quarter of 2017 according to a survey conducted by Context. So there is a clear interest in these office printers, which are becoming increasingly widespread. But who […]

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16 January 2018 Armor 3D at CES 2018 The CES (Consumer Electronics Show) is an annual international trade fair held in Las Vegas to exhibit to the general public the latest technological innovations in the world of electronics. Armor participated in the 2018 event to reveal its 3D printed Bluetooth OWA Speaker, for which the Kickstarter campaign began on 30 January. CES has been bringing together […]

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5 January 2018 Urban furniture from plastic waste The city of Amsterdam came up with a highly original idea to make its inhabitants aware of waste sorting: by recycling their plastic they can contribute to the production of street furniture for the capital, most notably public benches. A fine initiative fully embracing the circular economy, enabling every inhabitant to contribute to the well-being […]

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4 January 2018 Object of the Month – December 2017 ARMOR 3D has decided to integrate the Makers community by creating a new section in its blog: Object of the Month. Once a month, ARMOR 3D will involve the Makers by enabling them to showcase the 3D creation of their choice (or under a given theme). The creation must be made using an Kimya filaments […]

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27 December 2017 Additive manufacturing sectors Additive manufacturing is becoming increasingly accessible with ever more operators and a growing audience taking an interest in the technology, ready to enjoy the numerous benefits it offers. It is suitable for a variety of applications, from the production of prototypes to finished parts, but in which sectors is it most frequently used? The list […]

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21 December 2017 Project DOT: customisable speakers using OWA 3D filaments Inspired by a meeting that took place at the Maker Faire Paris 2016, Project DOT is a collaboration between multiple experts and companies active in the 3D printing sector.Printing materials from Armor 3D , DOM Pro 3D printers from Dood, electronic components from Sector and design by Bold Design have all been combined to develop […]

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6 December 2017 AquaRoot, a 3D printed irrigation system AquaRoot Technologies is an Irish company specialising in green technologies: it has recently developed a biodegradable and customisable irrigation piping system, partly thanks to 3D printing. Irrigation is vital to agriculture, but is frequently inefficient. Irrigation systems are expensive to install and operate and may lose over 60% of the water through leaks or evaporation. […]

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30 November 2017 The ARMOR 3D team: Florian KALBACH At Armor 3D, profile diversity is key. It enables us to create innovative solutions and accelerate the R&D process. This is why we seek to expand our personnel by recruiting fresh talent. So we would like to introduce to you our 3D Applications Technician, Florian Kalbach, who we asked a few questions to find out […]

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8 November 2017 A 3D printed robot for detecting water pollution A team of researchers at the Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne has created the Envirobot, a 3D printed robot capable of collecting environmental data from the water in which it swims. It is a promising initiative for reducing water pollution by efficiently detecting the dirtiest areas. Envirobot looks like a needle and measures 120cm in […]

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31 October 2017 The ARMOR 3D team: Mylène GUITTARD A few days ago the Armor 3D team welcomed a new Formulations & Materials Engineer, Mylène Guittard. She tells us about her experience and her responsibilities within the company! 1 – Can you tell us something about yourself and your experiences? I have always liked to find out about and understand the things around me, […]

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24 October 2017 A recycling system in space What if we could recycle in space? This is the objective of NASA, which has developed a recycling system, the Refabricator, which transforms plastic parts into printable materials. The astronauts would re-use waste and produce objects themselves while in space. Since 2015, NASA has been working with Tethers Unlimited Inc. (TUI), with which it has […]

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13 October 2017 A peristaltic pump printed in 3D Jean-Marie Perrot is taking part in our beta-tester programme and recently gave us some feedback about our filaments, notably the PLA-HI. He created a functional prototype of a totally unique 3D-printed peristaltic pump that offers exceptional levels of performance. Feedback from an ambitious project! Jean-Marie discovered 3D printing via various channels. Naturally inquisitive, he quickly […]

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11 October 2017 3D-printed coral to preserve the oceans Coral reefs are threatened by mankind and 30% of existing coral may disappear within 30 years if nothing changes. To tackle this phenomenon, Jessica Gregory, a student at the University of Newport in Wales studying product design, has developed project Coralise to 3D print replicas of coral skeletons. It is an initiative that has attracted […]

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9 October 2017 Armor 3D at the 2017 Fête de la Science event During the 2017 Fête de la Science event, last weekend Armor 3D presented its OWA filaments to the Cité des Sciences et de l’Industrie in Paris. The team made some 3D prints on the spot and presented the metal material deposit technology, how it works and its main principles, using a recycled and recyclable material […]

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2 October 2017 Feedback from the TCT Show in Birmingham Last week Armor 3D attended the TCT Show in Birmingham for the first time, it is one of the leading 3D printing shows on the international stage. The visit enabled us to familiarise ourselves with the show and understand how it is organised, in order to better prepare for our possible presence in 2018! The […]

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15 September 2017 Nantes welcomes its first 3D-printed habitable dwelling During Digital Week in Nantes which began on 14 September, construction of the first 3D-printed habitable dwelling began in the district of La Bottière: the Yhnova project announced last April is already showing promising results thanks to the 4-metre robotic arm capable of continuous production. The University of Nantes has developed a printing process for […]

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12 September 2017 The different applications of 3D printing Today 3D printing is a production tool that affects numerous applicational fields, which may impact a company’s entire value chain, from the design of the first models to the creation of molds, direct production of parts and even stock management. According to the firm IDC, the global market for this technology is set to reach […]

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7 September 2017 A biodegradable and recyclable 3D-printed surf board Given the fundamental importance we attach to the values of the circular economy and environmental protection, each week Armor 3D offers you an article covering a project combining 3D printing, the circular economy and environmental awareness. Today we are presenting to you a 3D-printed and biodegradable surf board project. Baptised “Dolphin Board Of Awesome” (DBOA), […]

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1 September 2017 A 3D-printed recyclable building facade At Armor 3D, protecting the environment is a fundamental value and we are keen to share all initiatives similar to our own that incorporate the circular economy, 3D printing or environmental protection, or even all three. This is why we are especially interested in the 3D printed building facade that is alsorecyclable and 100% sustainable. […]

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17 August 2017 A Dedicated Plan for Circular Economy Circular Economy is at the very heart of OWA’s philosophy. On July 3rd Anne Hidalgo, Paris mayor presented the “Circular Economy Plan for 2017-2020” to the City Council, with the objective of making Paris a responsible and durable capital city. A three-year Circular Economy plan Crafted by city council deputies Antoinette Guhl and Mao Peninou, […]

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9 August 2017 Eyeagnosis : 3D printing and IA for keep eyesight The Armor 3D team always looks for like minded projects. We support endeavours based on 3D printing, circular economy or environmental responsibility. Today we share an initiative that resonates with us: a diagnostic device for diabetes induced retina pathologies. It uses two major new technologies; additive fabrication and AI. Kavya Kopparapu is a 16-years […]

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4 August 2017 Focus on OWA PLA-HI filament PLA-HI is our latest creation for 3D printing. Alike other PLAs, PLA-HI is bio sourced. It combines PLA’s easy impression and ABS resistance. But let’s get down to its characteristics, pros & cons and printing tips. What is OWA PLA-HI? Poly-Lactic Acid (PLA) is the result of polymerization of Lactic Acid. Lactic Acid is a […]

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24 July 2017 Michelin’s new 3D printed tire At Armor 3D we enjoy sharing initiatives that resonate with what we do: 3D printing, circular economy and environmentally responsible initiatives. It is even better if they check the three boxes. On this occasion, we share about the French tire manufacturing company, Michelin. They showcased a project of 3D printed biodegradable tire at their international […]

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12 July 2017 Armor 3D is labelled French Tech What does “French Tech” mean? French Tech is a state initiative to support and encourage start-ups and innovation. Start-ups are young activities, that in a context of uncertainty and accelerated growth are looking for their business model. Those startups are one of the key factors for innovation as they strive to bring new solutions to […]

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4 July 2017 Armor 3D Grows ! The Armor 3D team welcomes a new member: Bertrand Pesneau as the new head of web marketing and E-commerce. Discover his career pathway and his new role. 1 – Can you introduce yourself and tell us about your career path? During the past 15 years, I worked in a wide range of companies from midsize businesses to […]

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5 June 2017 Aeromodelism meets 3D printing A few years back, at a Bureau Vallée event, we met René, a former pilot and 3D printing enthusiast. He uses 3D printing to craft flying models. After testing our OWA filaments he decided to use them to print the inside of his last creation; a 2,55 meter long and 1,81 meters wide Rafale fighter […]

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24 May 2017 Adidas creates sneakers from plastic waste Armor 3D embraces circular economy and environment respect and 3D printing: that is the spirit of the OWA range of recycled and recyclable 3D printing material. Use plastic waste to conceive a new product is an idea we embraced ourselves and can only encourage in others. That’s why we were so struck by the famous […]

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9 May 2017 Focus on material: PS OWA Filament The PS OWA filament was the first one of our range of 3D printing filaments here at Armor 3D. Officially launched in October 2016, it’s the first recycled and recyclable filament on the market. It required as much as two years of R&D. But what is PS? Let us review its features, pros&cons and tips […]

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29 March 2017 Team portrait : Nicolas Morand The Armor 3D team is a diverse one. We count members with different backgrounds and expertises that contribute to our identity. Today, meet Nicolas Morand. 1 -Can you tell us about you and your career path? I am curious and interested in innovation. My career path revolved around those two components. I always worked in […]

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7 March 2017 A 3D printer using sun and sand Every month we introduce you to a new initiative that resonates with our values. 3D printing, circular economy, environment protection or everything at the same time. This time let us introduce you to the SolarSinter. The principle is heating grains of sands with sunlight to print objects. This promising initiative resonates with our value of […]

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16 February 2017 Togo : A 3D printer entirely recycled from E-waste « Nothing is lost nothing is created everything is transformed »: This 3D printer proves it once more 3D printing can have a positive environmental impact, especially when toxic electronic waste is reused to craft new 3D printers. An inventor from Togo had the idea to assemble a machine from the waste overflowing his country. Afate Gnikouis […]

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9 February 2017 OWA filaments soon available! 2016, launching year of new OWA filaments. 2016 has been quite an important year for ARMOR as we got involved in 3D printing. We launched a new range of eco-responsible 3D printing filament; they are soon to be available! ARMOR has produced ink cartridges for the past 20 years. OWA is our circular economy brand […]

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29 December 2016 5 things worth knowing about 3D printing In the beginning Chuck Hull created 3D printing The first 3D printing process was invented in 1984 by Chuck Hull, who that year filed a patent for a technology called “stereolithography”. At the time, French researchers had already conducted similar research before shelving the idea for “lack of prospects”. Chuck Hull defines stereolithography […]

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6 December 2016 Circular Economy: The 3D OWA offer honored by the Global Compact France The Global Compact Tour de France: the finishing line in Nantes The Global Compact, a network launched by the United Nations, helps companies develop their approaches to corporate social responsibility (CSR). The Tour de France for SMEs of Global Compact France, the official relay of the Global Compact, concluded on 9 November last […]

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22 November 2016 OWA 3D filaments are exported to Japan The growing market for consumables in Japan… In Japan, the 3D printing market has experienced exponential growth in recent years, representing nearly 310 million euros in 2015, and is expected to double by 2020 according to a recent IDC survey. Backed by local players like Mutoh or Ricoh, the Japanese 3D printing market is also […]

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8 November 2016 3D printers: a high-growth market until 2020 Photo credit: Creative Tools via Visual Hunt / CC BY In 2016, sales of 3D printers should double Gartner, well-known for its acclaimed Hype Cycle curve (which analyses consumer adoption and expectations vis-à-vis new technologies), recently revealed interesting figures about developments in 3D printing! While 219,168 3D printers were sold in 2015, the American research […]

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3 November 2016 Team portrait: Pierre-Antoine Pluvinage The 3D OWA team is first and foremost a team of enthusiasts with very different backgrounds. Learn more about each of our team members! 1. Pierre-Antoine, could you introduce yourself and tell us more about your career? After studies in international trade and strategic marketing, a job in book publishing and several years spent in […]

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26 September 2016 What is the connection between 3D printing and ecology? While 3D printing is seen as a cutting-edge tool serving professionals and makers, the technology is also regarded as a way of producing in a cleaner and more environmentally-friendly manner. Below are 5 points explaining why 3D printing and ecology are intimately linked! 3D printing, the end of mass production? New technologies, 3D printing, in […]

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