Hot Summer Prints, Mid July

Hello again!

Welcome back to 3Dvinci Blogs. If you’re new here, this is where I talk about the coolest stuff happening in 3D printing (and occasionally bring some cheap Lana Del Rey references I’m deeply sorry), but in plain language, so you don’t need an engineering degree to follow along. July has been a pretty exciting time so far, so let’s get into it. 

The Big Stuff Happening in 3D Printing

1. Managing Lots of Printers Just Got Way Easier

A company called Bambu Lab released a free program called Farm Manager. Imagine you have two or more 3D printers running instead of checking each one separately, Farm Manager lets you control them all from one place on your local Wi-Fi network.

Why this matters:

• If you’re a school, small business, or just a serious hobbyist with a few machines, this makes your life so much easier.

• You don’t need the internet to use it, so your files stay private and things work even if the Wi-Fi goes down.

In short: printing a lot of stuff at once no longer means babysitting every printer individually.

2. 3D Printing is Getting Big — Literally

Industrial-scale printers are growing fast. A company called Farsoon has sold over 150 huge metal printers that can make parts taller than a person. These aren’t toys, they’re used for things like airplane parts, cars, and heavy machinery.

Why this matters:

• It shows that 3D printing isn’t just for small gadgets anymore.

• Big industries are now trusting 3D printing to make strong, useful parts instead of just prototypes.

In short: the technology is growing up and stepping into “real world manufacturing.”

3. 3D Printing and Medicine Are Getting Closer

Scientists have found a way to 3D print inside living cells. Yes, inside them. They can now create tiny structures — some smaller than a single hair — inside the building blocks of life.

Why this matters:

• This could lead to new treatments, smarter medicines, or even ways to repair cells from the inside out.

• It’s still early days, but the possibilities are huge.

In short: one day, 3D printing might not just build objects. It could help build life.

4. New Materials = More Possibilities

Researchers also figured out how to print objects that are both soft and hard in the same piece. That means one part can bend and flex, while another part stays strong and rigid.

Why this matters:

• Think of a robot hand that’s soft at the fingertips but strong in the joints.

• Or wearable tech that’s comfortable to wear but doesn’t break.

In short: we’re moving beyond “plastic toys” into more useful, real-world designs.

Quick Fun Facts

• Entry-level (beginner) 3D printer sales went up by 22% this year. Translation: more people than ever are getting into 3D printing at home.

• The tiniest 3D-printed object so far? A 10-micrometer-tall elephant. That’s smaller than a single grain of dust.

• 3D printing is now being used everywhere from classrooms to hospitals to space stations. It’s not just a hobby anymore.

Why This All Matters for You

If you’re new to 3D printing, all of this points to one thing: the technology is growing fast, and it’s becoming more powerful and more accessible. Managing multiple printers is simpler, printing bigger and stronger parts is possible, and scientists are pushing the boundaries of what’s printable right down to the microscopic level.

And the best part? You don’t have to be a scientist or engineer to join in. Whether you’re making a phone stand at home or dreaming up something bigger, 3D printing is more beginner-friendly than ever.

That’s the July update. The world of 3D printing isn’t slowing down, it’s just getting more creative, more useful, and a whole lot more exciting. Stick around, because this is only the beginning. 

That’s a wrap for today, see you next time! 

… what are you still doing here? The post is over, go print a puzzle and assemble it or something.