3D Systems has acquired U.K. based 3D printer maker botObjects and plans to launch the CubePro C, a new desktop full-color 3D printer powered by botObjects' technology.
"botObjects pioneered the first 3D desktop printer using PlasticJet Printing (PJP) that offers true full-color 3D printing, significantly expanding the palette of possibilities for what designers, artists and engineers create, from prototypes to products," said a company spokesperson. "botObjects also invented a proprietary 5-color CMYKW cartridge system, capable of mixing primary printing colors on the fly to generate vibrant color combinations and gradient transitions."
The botObjects ProDesk3D will immediately be folded into 3DS's new CubePro C printer family. The new CubePro C is capable of printing down to 25 microns layers at deposition speeds of up to 175 millimeters per second using durable PLA and ABS print materials with PVA support material.
"Joining the winning team at 3DS could not have come at a better time as orders for our revolutionary full-color desktop printer continue to outstrip our resources," said Martin Warner, Co-Founder and CEO, botObjects. "Together we can bring this powerful technology to more users faster."
"We are thrilled to add groundbreaking full-color with ultra thin-layer and high-speed technology from botObjects to our expanding consumer and prosumer 3D printing portfolio," said Avi Reichental, President and CEO, 3DS. "We are even more excited to team up with botObjects founders, Martin Warner and Mike Duma, and together democratize the availability of this powerful 3D printer and accelerate its adoption globally."
Under the leadership of Martin Warner, who was named Vice President, General Manager botObjects for 3DS, the company plans to fulfill all of its current backorders for the recently introduced ProDesk3D as it concurrently transitions to the new CubePro C line and substantially expands its desktop reach globally. Until the company expands its manufacturing capacity, the CubePro C will be available in a limited release, with plans to expand distribution later in 2015. The CubePro C line 3D Systems joins 3DS' desktop portfolio that includes the CubePro and Cube line of 3D printers and Sense 3D scanning products, which are designed for a variety of professional desktops from engineers to designers and architects, as well as users at home and students at school.
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