In New York on Wednesday, October 29, HP unveiled its industrial-sized 3D printer. HP has been criticized for being pretty late to the 3D printing game, as companies such as 3D Systems and Stratasys took a decent hold on the market.
SEE: HP’s 3D printing invasion strategy: 7 things to know
The Multi Jet Fusion 3D printer is designed for the enterprise and service bureaus. It will be available in mid-to-late 2016, according to HP.
SEE: HP’s 3D printing invasion strategy: 7 things to know
HP claims their multi jet fusion printing technology is 10 times faster than the current 3D printers on the market, and can more cheaply print more types of materials.
SEE: HP’s 3D printing invasion strategy: 7 things to know
HP showed off some of the things it has 3D printed with the new printer.
SEE: HP’s 3D printing invasion strategy: 7 things to know
SEE: HP’s 3D printing invasion strategy: 7 things to know
SEE: HP’s 3D printing invasion strategy: 7 things to know
Sprout is HP’s new PC, which has a touch screen pad that can work in place of the keyboard. It will retail for $1899.
SEE: HP’s 3D printing invasion strategy: 7 things to know
Workspace is the software for Sprout, and Create is the app suite that comes with it. Use the digital stylus to create movies, art, and customized cards with several different apps.
SEE: HP’s 3D printing invasion strategy: 7 things to know
HP wants to make 3D design easier for non-CAD users with their software, which allows people to turn 2D scans, drawings, and other art into 3D designs.
Sprout uses a Windows 8.1 operating system and a 4th generation Intel Core i7 processor. Its 23-inch screen is 10 point touch-enabled and full HD.
At a briefing in New York earlier this week, HP’s vice president of product management, design, and developer programs, Louis Kim, explained the strategy behind Sprout.
Lyndsey Gilpin is a former Staff Writer for TechRepublic, covering sustainability and entrepreneurship. She's co-author of the book Follow the Geeks.
