{"id":2038,"date":"2021-02-08T10:50:36","date_gmt":"2021-02-08T05:20:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.trendstechblog.com\/?p=2038"},"modified":"2021-04-26T15:11:04","modified_gmt":"2021-04-26T09:41:04","slug":"3d-printers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.trendstechblog.com\/3d-printers\/","title":{"rendered":"3D Printers Will Change The Manufacturing Industry"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Once mainstream, they\u2019ll take over what used to be big factories doing the printing. Now, instead of factories, we\u2019ll have individuals printing.<\/p>\n<p>But, what are the implications of having a 3D printer in our home? How will this change the manufacturing industry?<\/p>\n<p>Here are a few reasons as to how 3D printers will change the manufacturing industry:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Prototyping<\/li>\n<li>Customization<\/li>\n<li>Self-Production<\/li>\n<li>Environmental Sustainability<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_58 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-655df528542ff\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-655df528542ff\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.trendstechblog.com\/3d-printers\/#Prototyping\" title=\"Prototyping\">Prototyping<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.trendstechblog.com\/3d-printers\/#Customization\" title=\"Customization\">Customization<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.trendstechblog.com\/3d-printers\/#Self-Production\" title=\"Self-Production\">Self-Production<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.trendstechblog.com\/3d-printers\/#Environmental_Sustainability\" title=\"Environmental Sustainability\">Environmental Sustainability<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.trendstechblog.com\/3d-printers\/#Changing_The_Manufacturing_Industry\" title=\"Changing The Manufacturing Industry\">Changing The Manufacturing Industry<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prototyping\"><\/span>Prototyping<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Prototyping is a huge part of the manufacturing industry.<\/p>\n<p>Imagine how many businesses use prototyping. We\u2019re talking about businesses ranging from fashion to robots. Anything consumers can physically touch can be used for prototyping.<\/p>\n<p>With the advent of the 3D printer, not only is prototyping more accessible, it\u2019s faster and cheaper. Combining those 2 factors together is a big recipe for business success.<\/p>\n<p>These factors are also the reason rapid prototyping will take off. It\u2019s expected to have a <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.grandviewresearch.com\/industry-analysis\/rapid-prototyping-material-market\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">growth rate of 30.9% from 2019-2025<\/a><\/strong><\/span>.<\/p>\n<p>Yearly growth like this is not just a trend. It\u2019s a sign of what\u2019s to come for manufacturing, and prototyping is one of the many sub-fields which will change.<\/p>\n<p>One of the main problems with mass production of prototypes is customization. Customizing products interrupts manufacturing flow and costs more.<\/p>\n<p>Fortunately, 3D printers help with that.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Customization\"><\/span>Customization<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A great feature of 3D printing is customization. You can customize anything you build. If you make a phone case, you can design it so it has your favorite superheroes.<\/p>\n<p>Tools that are meant for one application or size can be customized so it fixes whatever problems you may have.<\/p>\n<p>There are so many <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/roborefuge.com\/100-useful-things-you-can-make-with-a-3d-printer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">useful things<\/a><\/strong><\/span> a 3D printer can make. Tweaking a tool to your situation gives the power of design and manufacturing into the hands of a regular home owner.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Self-Production\"><\/span>Self-Production<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Putting the hands of manufacturing into the hands of an individual is empowering.<\/p>\n<p>It allows one person to be more productive. With a 3D printer, one individual can create a tool that isn\u2019t in the <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.trendstechblog.com\/category\/marketing\/\">market<\/a><\/strong><\/span>.<\/p>\n<p>3D printers also allow individuals to become more entrepreneurial. They can monetize their creations by sharing their files, and selling their products online.<\/p>\n<p>They can also be an on-demand service for people who want 3D printed items. Anybody around your community can order a 3D printed item online instead of ordering from a manufacturing company.<\/p>\n<p>Putting the hands of manufacturing into an individual increases the revenue pie. The more people who realize what 3D printing can do, the more people will get into <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.trendstechblog.com\/how-to-choose-the-right-3d-printer\/\">3D printing<\/a><\/strong><\/span>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Environmental_Sustainability\"><\/span>Environmental Sustainability<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>3D printing is also better for the environment than traditional manufacturing. There\u2019s a lot to look out for when talking about environmental protection, but the main factors are carbon footprint and waste.<\/p>\n<p>3D printers reduce both. 3D printers use what is called additive manufacturing to print. This uses just the right amount of raw materials to build something without waste.<\/p>\n<p>In addition, 3D printers don\u2019t need to transport products because once it\u2019s done, you just take it out.<\/p>\n<p>Overall, 3D printers are a net positive for the manufacturing industry.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Changing_The_Manufacturing_Industry\"><\/span>Changing The Manufacturing Industry<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The change has already begun in the manufacturing industry, but the mainstream hasn\u2019t caught on yet.<\/p>\n<p>From prototyping to customization, the changes I\u2019ve listed here might only be the beginning.<\/p>\n<p>However anyone sees it, it\u2019s obvious the manufacturing landscape is changing, and with the growth rate of 3D printers, expect more changes.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Also Read: <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.trendstechblog.com\/financially-secure-online\/\">5 Tips To Stay Financially Secure Online<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Once mainstream, they\u2019ll take over what used to be big factories doing the printing. 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