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We launched Simplify3D V5 almost a year ago, and during that time we’ve made significant strides adding new features, machine integrations, and consistent quality improvements.

Version 5.1 is packed with highly requested features like ironing smoothing, intelligent anti-scarring, monotonic infill, expanded WiFi support, live preview tracking, and more!

Our biggest release yet including a powerful next-generation slicing engine, streamlined user interface, novel support structure tools, automated print optimizations, and massive performance improvements.

From temperature settings to infill options, each week our engineers share 3D printing tips on social media. Here is a list of your 2021 favorites.

A sprinkler may look simple, but there was quite a bit of planning and testing to perfect the internal water channels, threads, and moving parts.

Printing parts with overhangs, arches, or shallow angles can be challenging. Supports make printing these geometries possible and your imagination a reality.

As the foundation for the entire 3D print, the first layer has a big job to do. Even experienced 3D printer users know how challenging it is to get the first layer right.

Launching our largest infrastructure update yet, paving the way for a generation of advancements that our customers will benefit from for years to come.

Access 3D Services is a rapid prototyping and engineering firm that uses Simplify3D and additive manufacturing to empower people with disabilities.

3D printed tension relief bands help to alleviate headaches and behind the ear chafing and blisters.

Door handles are some of the most commonly touched surfaces you encounter in your daily life.

Respirators are hard-shell devices with an industry-rated filtration medium that removes harmful particles from the air.

In the fight against COVID-19, everyone has been encouraged to use a face mask to reduce the risk of transmitting the virus.

We are proud to see the Additive Manufacturing community stepping up and solving Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) shortages with innovative solutions.

3D printing is providing a critical lifeline for healthcare institutions allowing customized replacement parts to be produced at a moment’s notice.

Model No. Furniture is disrupting the interior design industry with 3D printed, customizable furniture at the same price as pre-made furniture.

Engineer Michael Caroscio uses 3D printing to rapidly prototype, test, and produce custom engine parts for the Australian National Drag Racing Series.

Todd Debreceni, a makeup and special effects artist, uses 3D printing to create creatures, masks, and other special effects that bring characters to life on stage.

Nucor Detailing Center invests in the second year of a new educational outreach program that introduces 3D printing technology to junior high students.

Australian model making company, Studio Kite, utilizes 3D printing to develop full-scale sets, props, and prototypes for their clients in film and advertising.

Archeologist Néstor Marqués is on the cutting edge of restoration, using 3D printing technology as a way to help people interact with ancient history.

Artists and designers have embraced 3D printing as a new medium for creating u…

Today’s demand for rapid prototyping challenges 3D printing service bureaus t…

Emerging technologies are creating avenues for teachers to go beyond tradition…

Our Simplify3D community members continually amaze us with the 3D projects the…

We are extremely excited to announce the launch of Simplify3D Version 4.1. Thi…

Simplify3D is proud to announce the signing of a partnership agreement with Fl…

The last few years have seen an explosion of new materials for 3D printing app…

Simplify3D and Dremel today announced a partnership between the companies to e…

Faulkner Industrial brings the digital world of architectural design to life w…

With the release of Simplify3D Version 4.0 comes many new software features th…

We’re extremely excited to announce Simplify3D Version 4.0! As our company en…

Simplify3D super user Sander van der Velden has completed a 3D printing maste…

The Lockheed P-38 Lightning can be 3D printed from your home 3DLabPrint is giv…

Enormous progress has been made since the first International Women’s Day in …

Our favorite 3D printing grandparents, Chris and Janet Knowlton, are back with…

Marcus Wu has always been a builder looking for a challenge. With just over a …

3dFactory is dynamic, energetic proof that the 3D printing industry is a globa…

2016 was another great year for 3D printing. While industry numbers for 2016 …

The world is breathlessly awaiting Rogue One: A Star Wars Story set to release…

3D printing is a global phenomenon! The team at Simplify3D is excited to be …

3D printing has been a catalyst for advances in medicine, such as with prosthe…

There is no denying the effect that Pokémon Go has generated a massive impact…

Version 3.1 of Simplify3D continues to unlock the full potential of 3D printer…

Meet Rob Dahm, Industrial Designer. Originally from the Northeast, Rob receive…

Ayrton Senna, one of the most influential and skilled drivers to grace Formula…

Peyton Andry was born with symbrachydactyly, a condition that caused the finge…

Anyone who has ever created their own design knows the thrill of seeing their …

You’ve waited hours for your 3D print to finish. Finally, the extruder s…

You can’t build a solid house on a shaky foundation, and you can’t build a …

This is the droid you’re looking for! A group of dedicated fans have r…

New technology, growing minds, and students helping other students — all…

Any 3D printing enthusiast will tell you that creating a high quality 3D print…

Chris Knowlton would easily win in a “Coolest Grandpa of the Year” competiti…

A few weeks after Simplify3D’s massive Version 3.0 release, we have yet again…

Simplify3D has launched a New Video Series that will help you explore features…

Joel Telling, YouTube’s 3D Printing Nerd, knows how to seize an opportunity! …

Simplify3D provides keyboard shortcuts that make the software quicker and easi…

As part of our commitment to universal software platform for 3D printing, Si…

Joel Telling, Simplify3D user and YouTube’s 3D Printing Nerd, became a coffe…

Gustavo Canales of Nuevo Laredo, Mexico, has created an amazing print of R2-D2…

Simplify3D® is excited to announce a new partnership with FlashForge USA, bri…

Simplify3D® is pleased to announce our partnership with Spanish company Tum…

3D printing guru Mike Balzer and his wife Pamela are a dynamically resourceful…

Simplify3D power user, Bo Nørgaard, recently created a spectacular human-size…

Our latest software update adds compatibility for several new printers and int…

The V2.2 release of Simplify3D Software is full of new features that help impr…

Simplify3D compresses the time for Nerinx High School STEM students to transit…

Jim Caruso, also known on the Simplify3D forum as JimC, has taken restoratio…

Today you’re in for a treat, and we’re not trying to trick you! Just …

Kids these days. Always growing and needing new things. Overnight, their pants…

Simplify3D™ is excited to announce a new partnership with Magicfirm Europe, …

Ducks don’t exhibit emotion, right? So why is Buttercup flapping up a s…

Ken Carrier recently completed a design for a new small engine that increases…

Simplify3D™ is excited to announce a new partnership with Cyrus 3D printers …

Isn’t it fascinating when a new user sees something that’s been …

Don Foley’s reputation as a master illustrator and visual journalist is well …

Jeremy Simon is one of those guys who researches and tinkers until he gets it …

More than 800,000 people have viewed the 2013 YouTube video of Buttercup the D…

Tim Gornet and his team (University of Louisville Rapid Prototyping Center) m…

The V2.0 release of Simplify3D Software (formerly called “Creator”…

Simplify3D™ is excited to announce a new partnership with Leapfrog (Netherlan…

The School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) is accelerating the way stud…

We are proud to announce a new partnership with MakerGear LLC, the father of P…