3D Printing
Oct 1, 2026
3DChimera Named Training and Support Partner for DN Solutions 3D Printer Promotion
3DChimera will provide training, support, and application guidance for qualifying DN Solutions CNC machine buyers receiving a complimentary 3D printer.
Read more
Sep 29, 2026
What We Learned at IMTS 2026: Additive Manufacturing Is Ready for the Machine Shop
3DChimera’s first year exhibiting at IMTS revealed just how ready manufacturers are for additive. From advanced materials and turnkey 3D printing solutions to U.S.-made hardware, robotics, automation, and industrial AI, here’s what we learned from one of the strongest manufacturing shows in years.
Read more
Bambu Lab H2D Pro vs H2D Combo: Which One Is Right for You?
Trying to decide between the Bambu Lab H2D Pro and H2D Combo? Both are powerful multi-tool machines, but the Pro is built for production, engineering materials, and business networks. Here’s how to choose the right one.
Read more
Haas Demo Day Recap: Real Shop-Floor Additive Workflows
The big message from Haas Demo Day was simple. Your shop output is limited by the slowest step in your process. Additive helps remove those slow steps. We showed real examples where printed parts kept machines running, made casting faster, improved automation reliability, and eliminated labor-heavy masking. This is how 3D printing drives throughput and protects uptime.
Read more
Aug 18, 2025
PODCAST: How 3DChimera Uses 3D Printing and 3D Scanning to Solve Manufacturing Challenges
Alex Hussain, CEO of 3DChimera, joined the LIFT podcast to share how his team is making 3D printing and 3D scanning work in real-world manufacturing. The discussion covers practical ways to use additive manufacturing in demanding environments, from small batch production to on-the-spot problem solving.
Read more
Aug 11, 2025
The Real Price of a Small Breakdown
Sometimes it is not the big failures that cost the most. A $5 part goes out, you shift resources, and think you have it covered. Days later, you realize the “workaround” created a bottleneck. Now your most profitable line is running slow, and every day down costs $20,000 in lost profit.
Read more
The Playbook for Modern Manufacturing: Agility, Control, and Additive
Manufacturing isn't what it used to be. The old playbook doesn't cut it anymore. In this article, I share the three things we see separating the teams that are thriving from the ones that are stuck: agility, control, and additive. Plus, real examples of how companies are using these tools to solve real problems and stay ahead.
Read more
May 19, 2025
Agility Is the New Advantage: Why Additive Belongs in Your Manufacturing Strategy
When supply chains break, tariffs spike, or customers need answers now, agility becomes your biggest competitive advantage. In this article, we explore how additive manufacturing gives companies the ability to pivot fast, stay flexible, and keep moving, even when everything around them changes.
Read more
Solving Modern Manufacturing Challenges Starts with an Additive Mindset
If you’ve been putting off additive because it feels like a big leap, that’s normal. But in our experience, the leap is usually smaller than you think. And the upside? That’s where things get interesting.
Read more
Apr 18, 2025
To Dry or Not to Dry? (Spoiler: Dry.)
If you're working with engineering-grade materials — especially carbon fiber-reinforced nylons — drying is not optional. It’s a small investment that pays off big in consistency, strength, and print quality.
We recommend every serious user have a drying setup in place. It keeps your printer focused on what it does best — printing — and leaves the drying to the right tool for the job.
Read more
From Tariffs to Turnaround: The Hidden Costs of Overseas Production
At 3DChimera, we’ve been helping companies break free from manufacturing dependency for over a decade. We guide our clients through the entire transition—from design to production—so they can move faster, cut risk, and scale smarter.
This isn’t about chasing trends. It’s about building resilience. The companies that survive the next few years won’t be the cheapest—they’ll be the most adaptable.
If you’re still relying on an overseas vendor for critical parts, it’s time to ask:What’s that actually costing you?
Read more
Simplifying SLS Part Dyeing: The Traditional Pot Dye Method
Dyeing SLS (Selective Laser Sintering) parts using the traditional pot dye method is a craft that requires precision, patience, and a fair bit of expertise. Here is a step-by-step guide.
Read more
