Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

Last update: July 10, 2018

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

3D scanners categories. We list and explain the main categories of 3D scanners: Desktop, Portable and Handheld, Industrial and 3D body scanners. Even 3D scanning mobile apps! With this guide, discover all types of 3D scanners and categories.

Last update: January 8, 2019

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

3D printers can be classified in several 3D printers categories: DIY or Kit 3D printers, desktop 3D printers and industrial or commercial 3D printers. There are indeed a lot of different types of 3D printers. This guide help beginners to understand the many 3D printer categories et types.

Last update: February 14, 2019

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

3D scanning and 3D printing for museums and archeology are useful tools as they allow to better study, restore and preserve historical sites and artifacts.

Last update: July 5, 2018

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

What is medical 3D printing? Discover the different 3D printing applications available for the medical industry: 3D bioprinting, 3D printed prosthetics and orthotics, 3D printed casts and more.

Last update: May 10, 2019

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

Perhaps surprisingly, 3D printing technology may have a future that is out of this world. Literally. Discover the applications of 3D printing in space, including food 3D printing and replacement parts made in space.

Last update: July 2, 2018

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

This glossary contains definitions of specific 3D printing terms and acronyms. To search for a term or a definition, simply use the search function. This 3D printing technology glossary feature all the links toward the different 3D printing, 3D scanning technologies and 3D printing materials.

Last update: July 5, 2018

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

3D printed figurines are miniature photorealistic statues, created using 3D scanning and 3D printing. Learn all about 3D portraits, 3D selfies and 3D figurines. This guide explains what is possible to do for portraits, gives examples and definitions in order to better understand the concept.

Last update: January 24, 2019

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

What is 3D scanning? How does 3D scanning work? What 3D scanning technologies are available? What is 3D body scanning? Find out more about 3D scanners here.

Published on: February 22, 2018

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

The RangeVision Spectrum is a professional desktop 3D scanner by Russian manufacturer RangeVision. Read our hands-on review to find out more about this RangeVision 3D scanner.

Published on: January 15, 2018

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

The Open Technologies SIAB-FX (Scan in a Box - FX) is a professional desktop 3D scanner. We had the chance to try it out! See our hands-on SIAB-FX review.

Published on: September 5, 2017

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

The Shining 3D EinScan-SP is an affordable yet powerful desktop 3D scanner. Read our in-depth review for more details about our experience and tests.

Published on: April 10, 2017

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

The Creaform HandySCAN 700 is a metrology grade solution for professionals who work in industrial environments. Yet, it is remarkably light and easy to use.

Published on: December 13, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

German RepRap, (in fact a company called German RepRap GmbH) is located in Feldkirchen near Munich. They offer a lineup of several efficient 3D printers.

Last update: February 22, 2019

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

The Creaform HandySCAN 3D is a truly portable metrology-grade 3D scanner for professional looking for performance and flexibility.

Published on: October 30, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

The Creaform Go!SCAN 50 is a quick and accurate portable 3D scanner. It can use targets for an increased performance. Discover our review.

Published on: October 18, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

The MBot Grid II+ can produce good quality 3D prints, once provided a correct PLA 3D filament. The Grid II+ has a lot of potential.

Last update: April 3, 2018

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

Meet the Creaform Go!SCAN 20, the easiest portable 3D scanner, designed to offer simplified, quick, and accurate 3D scanning.

Published on: September 27, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

The Zortrax M300. Announced in 2016, this extended version of the M200 should share the same advantages, with a bigger build volume.

Published on: September 21, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

Makerbot, a Stratasys brand, has announced today the latests versions of their famous Replicator desktop 3D printers (Makerbot Replicator+ and Mini+).

Published on: September 19, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

The Artec Eva has the ability to produce detailed 3D scans of almost all types of objects. We praise its intuitive user experience and efficient software.

Published on: September 5, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

Photocentric is a 3D printer and 3D printing materials manufacturer. Their Photocentric Liquid Crystal series of resin 3D printers target professionals.

Published on: August 4, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

The CEL Robox Dual is a very good 3D printer with an almost perfect user experience. Its looks and performance are above average, yet it stays affordable.

Published on: August 1, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

Published on: July 15, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

Published on: July 5, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

Parts 3D printed with the Mark 3D printers can be designed to be stronger than 6061-T6 aluminum by weight

Published on: June 28, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

Our recap of the 27th Design Engineering and Manufacturing Solutions Expo in Tokyo - 3D printers and 3D scanners

Published on: June 17, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

The user experience of the Creaform MetraSCAN 750 was really excellent, with a fast and efficient software, and an ergonomic sensor.

Published on: June 11, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

The Proto-pasta Carbon Fiber PLA is a good looking 3D printing material with great physical characteristics.

Published on: May 31, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

We tested the Proto-pasta Aromatic Coffee HTPLA flexible 3D filament in PLA and Coffee color with our bq Witbox 2. Discover the features of this filament.

Published on: May 27, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

SHINING 3D (stock：830978), China’s first OTC stock in 3D digitizing and 3D printing industry, will hold the opening ceremony of new headquarters

Published on: May 23, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

The Voltivo ExcelFil EVO BETA 6 and the ExcelFil PLA are great 3D printing material which produce high quality results. Find out more in our review.

Published on: May 9, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

RangeVision Smart 3D scanner extensive test. We carry hands-on tests of 3D printers, 3D scanners and 3D filaments in our lab in Tokyo.

Last update: October 13, 2017

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

We carry hands-on tests of 3D printers, 3D scanners and 3D filaments in our lab.

Published on: May 2, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

We tested the Recreus FilaFlex flexible 3D filament in Fluor (yellow fluo) color with our bq Witbox 2. Find out more about this filament in our review.

Last update: February 22, 2018

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

We carry out tests of 3D printers, 3D scanners and 3D filaments in our lab. Find the list of our 3D scanner reviews.

Last update: March 14, 2018

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

We carry hands-on tests and reviews of 3D printers, 3D scanners and 3D filaments in our lab.

Published on: April 21, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

The benefits of using 3D scanning in museums are numerous and plentiful. What will be the full potential 3D printing has on the museum environment?

Published on: April 18, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

Testing the bq Witbox 2, a quite stylish desktop 3D printer. This article aims to give a fair evaluation of this 3D printer

Published on: April 8, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

3D PRINTING BUSINESS DIRECTORY is a website created in 2016 by Davide Sher, its founder and CEO.

Published on: April 7, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

Today, Aniwaa team is testing the Dagoma Discovery200, an entry-level 3D printer available in kit or assembled. Discover our review.

Published on: March 11, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

Today we‘re going to test the Fuel3D SCANIFY, an entry-level portable 3D scanner. This article aims to evaluate the performance of this 3D scanner in action

Published on: March 4, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

The Voltivo ExcelFil TECH filaments produce excellent 3D prints with a very interesting appearance and texture. Find out more in our review.

Published on: February 25, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

The company is specialized in the production of industrial grade machines for reverse engineering, metrology or quality control applications.

Published on: February 25, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

Their aluminum frame is fitted with a plastic handle on their top so it is easy to carry them around between and even during 3D prints.

Published on: February 19, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

The Artec Spider ($22,600) and Artec Space Spider ($27,600) are the high-end products of Artec product line. They are designed for high-precision scanning

Published on: February 10, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

We were at Tokyo Big Sight event two weeks ago and we got the opportunity to test and try the new Shining 3D EinScan-Pro. Our feedback in one word: amazing.

Published on: February 1, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

3D Printing 2016 exhibition in Tokyo, held at the Tokyo Big Sight. A full report by Aniwaa packed with 3D printers, 3D scanners and 3D filaments.

Published on: January 30, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

MASS PORTAL is a 3D printing manufacturer based in Riga, Latvia. One MASS PORTAL Pharaoh ED was introduced at Tokyo 3D Printing 2016

Published on: January 25, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

Ninjabot offers a line of 3D printers based on the I3 PRUSA design, renowned for its reliability and simplicity.

Published on: January 20, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

For most use cases this 3D scanner is one of the best price to performance ratio on the market. The DAVID SLS-3 is fast and precise.

Published on: January 19, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

On january 14th 2016, FARO announced the availability of a new product called the FARO Cobalt 3D Imager.

Published on: January 18, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

At the CES 2016 Ultimaker introduced the Plus version of its biggest machines. They offer 3 major improvements. Swappable nozzles, feeder and cooling system

Published on: January 14, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

At CES 2016 in Las Vegas Mcor introduced a new 3D printer to the public, the Mcor ARKe.

Last update: November 10, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

Published on: January 11, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

During the CES 2016 at Las Vegas (USA), Shining 3D, has unveiled two products and is already taking pre-orders.

Published on: January 10, 2016

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

At CES 2016 3D Systems has unveiled the new ProX DMP 320 metal 3D printer, the latest addition of 3D Systems to the line of DMP metal printers

Published on: December 14, 2015

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

What are the different portable 3D scanners models available? How much does a handheld 3D scanner cost?

Published on: December 14, 2015

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

These 3D scanners are designed for the capture of medium and big size objects including cars, planes, military vehicles, boats, monuments, rooms, buildings.

Last update: December 7, 2015

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

We crunch data from our knowledge base to deliver relevant insights about the 3D printers and 3D scanners markets.

Published on: November 19, 2015

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

When 3D printing is not enough: check out our list of the 2015 best all-in-one 3D printers and multi-tools fabrication machines.

Published on: November 19, 2015

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

formnext introduces several metal 3D printers at the 2015 Frankfurt event. Read our blog post to discover the performance and price

Published on: November 16, 2015

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

A list of websites and marketplaces to download 3D files for 3D printing. Use this list to download free STL files for 3D printers.

Published on: November 10, 2015

By Pierre-Antoine Arrighi

We recently added 6 Farsoon 3D printers to our 3D printers database.