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3DGBIRE

Name: 3DGBIRE
Address: Units 44 & 45, Chorley North Industrial Estate, 45 Drumhead Road, Chorley, PR67BX, GB
Telephone: +441257228411
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Additive manufacturing for industry. 3D printing & training providers in Great Britain & Ireland. High-quality products, customer service & technical support.

Premium service & training provider for the 3D printing / additive manufacturing world. We are the official aftersales, technical support & training provider for a range of market-leading 3D printers in the UK and Ireland.

01/09/2026

A 500 mm titanium rocket ring without buying a 500 mm titanium plate. 🚀

That’s the manufacturing challenge tackled by the Aerospace Systems Research Institute (ASRI) at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, working with Petrawell and integration partner AMT3D.

For the STEVE sounding rocket, the team needed large-diameter titanium radax joint rings. Rather than machining them from expensive titanium plate and removing most of the material as waste, they investigated an additive manufacturing approach.

The solution was a clever hybrid process:
🔹 Print four titanium segments on a Meltio M600
🔹 Assemble and machine them onto a 600 mm steel build plate
🔹 Complete the ring using a Meltio Robot Cell with an inert atmosphere bubble
🔹 Finish the components through machining, inspection and assembly

The approach also creates a repeatable manufacturing method that could potentially be applied to larger components for ASRI’s future launch vehicle programme.

👉Discover the full success story: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0xJcSh0

24/08/2026

From rapid repairs to custom production, silicone 3D printing is helping industries become faster, more flexible, and more efficient.

By enabling on-demand manufacturing of seals, gaskets, tooling, masking solutions, and functional parts, this technology reduces downtime, eliminates the need for molds, and unlocks new design possibilities.

🏭 Used across industries such as aerospace, automotive, medical, and electronics, Lynxter’s industrial 3D printing solutions deliver durable parts with excellent resistance to chemicals, abrasion, and extreme temperatures.

👉 Explore Lynxter solutions: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0x0CQh0

21/08/2026

Grisport, an innovative Italian footwear manufacturer, is transforming its production workflow with Photocentric’s LC Magna and our High Temp DL401 resin - helping them improve margins, accelerate development, and bring products to market faster.

Giovanni Grigolato, Head of R&D at Grisport said “3D printing with Magna with the help of QI factory is going to change fundamentally the way we bring moulds and products to the market.”

👉Find out more: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0x0msX0

12/08/2026

In the oil and gas industry, reliability is non-negotiable. At ExxonMobil’s Baton Rouge refinery, a critical component designed to protect instrumentation from fluid contamination presented an opportunity for innovation.

By adopting Meltio’s Laser Metal Deposition (LMD) technology with the Meltio M600, ExxonMobil moved beyond traditional manufacturing constraints and unlocked a new approach to producing titanium components.

The result? A redesigned titanium anti-wicking device that delivered:
✅ 42% reduction in unit cost
✅ 90% reduction in lead time - from 4–6 weeks to just 58.8 hours
✅ Improved part performance and structural reliability

Titanium 64 was never previously considered a viable option due to cost and manufacturing challenges. Meltio’s technology changed that perception, enabling ExxonMobil to produce titanium components efficiently while meeting demanding refinery requirements.

👉 Discover Meltio: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0x0dg80

10/08/2026

Researchers at the University of Groningen have achieved a major breakthrough by creating the first fully 3D-printed MEMS flow sensors based on the real geometry of seal whiskers using Boston Micro Fabrication - BMF's microArch S240.

By replicating the unique undulating structure of harbor seal and gray seal whiskers with sub-10 µm precision, the team developed sensors capable of:
✅ Detecting displacements as small as 0.5 µm
✅ Delivering 5–10× higher signal-to-noise ratios than smooth whisker designs
✅ Maintaining stable performance over 3,000 duty cycles

This research demonstrates how bioinspired design and high-resolution micro-3D printing can unlock new possibilities for MEMS, robotics, underwater sensing, and biomedical applications.

📖 Want to explore the technology and see how it was achieved? Read the full story and discover the research behind this remarkable innovation: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0x0h270

07/08/2026

Additive manufacturing is helping to transform the way innovative solutions are designed, tested and produced across the aerospace and defence industries.

UltiMaker’s 3D printed reconnaissance drone prototype demonstrates the power of on-demand manufacturing, enabling engineers to create lightweight, customised designs and accelerate the development process.

With 3D printing, complex geometries, rapid prototyping and mission-specific adaptations become more achievable - helping organisations respond faster to evolving requirements.

👉Discover how additive manufacturing is supporting the future of defence innovation. Download the free white paper here: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0x0cVx0

06/08/2026

High-performance additive manufacturing depends on how the system is engineered - not just the materials it uses.

In our latest video, we explore how miniFactory.fi - 3D printer systems are designed to run high-performance polymers in tightly controlled environments, enabling consistent processing of materials such as ULTEM, PEEK, PE, and carbon-filled nylons.

This controlled approach is combined with an open material platform and the AARNI system, allowing users to generate part performance reports that support qualification for regulated industries including rail, aerospace and maritime.

One of the most compelling examples is maritime manufacturing, where steel components are being replaced with high-performance polymers to reduce weight, improve corrosion resistance, and maintain mechanical performance - ultimately improving vessel efficiency.

👉Discover miniFactory: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0x08t10

31/07/2026

The Creality K2 Plus Combo 3D Printer is built for creators who want speed, scale, and smarter printing in one system.

With a large 350 × 350 × 350mm build volume, up to 16-colour capability via the CFS system, and a fast step-servo motor setup, it’s designed to handle ambitious prints without slowing you down. The actively heated chamber also opens the door to engineering-grade materials like ASA and PPA.

Dual AI cameras help monitor prints in real time, adjust flow rates, and detect failures early, while auto-levelling and calibration make setup simple and reliable.

👉Discover the Creality K2 Plus Combo today: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0vZbdP0

30/07/2026

There are still a number of misconceptions around Meltio technology, particularly when it comes to cost, complexity, and accessibility.

In reality, many users find that part production can be significantly more cost-effective than traditional casting or forging methods, with dramatic reductions in lead times. What once took weeks or months can often be turned around in hours.

Another common misunderstanding is deployment. These systems don’t require specialist environments and can operate in standard workshop or warehouse settings, making integration far more straightforward than expected.

While there is still a learning curve, especially for first-time users, the technology is designed to be approachable, and with the right training, it becomes a powerful and efficient production tool.

Have questions about cost, implementation, or where metal 3D printing could add value to your business? Speak with our experts and explore the opportunities: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0x5jll0

29/07/2026

With miniFactory.fi - 3D printer’s industrial 3D printing solutions, manufacturers can work with advanced materials designed for performance, including:

🔹 ULTEM – offering excellent strength, temperature resistance, and UL94 fire, smoke, and toxicity ratings for applications in aerospace, rail, and maritime industries.
🔹 Carbon-filled nylon – combining lightweight performance with high strength for applications such as drones, automotive components, and functional production parts.

Industrial additive manufacturing enables the production of high-performance components designed for challenging environments - without the cost and limitations of traditional tooling.

👉Discover what miniFactory can help you achieve: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0x5j6t0

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Units 44 & 45, Chorley North Industrial Estate, 45 Drumhead Road
Chorley
PR67BX

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Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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+441257228411

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http://www.3dgbire.com/

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