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Articles, guides and news about 3D printing
Reents Technologies moves to Holm and triples production capacity: new location, XXL printer, and professional surface finishing from 2026.
How a manufacturing company used 3D printing to reproduce obsolete spare parts, reduce downtime, and eliminate inventory costs.
How large-format 3D printing enables prototypes up to 5 meters long — processes, applications, and technical challenges explained.
PETG combines the ease of use of PLA with the toughness of ABS. Why this material is the first choice for many applications.
Surface reconstruction explained: how 3D scan data becomes an editable CAD model and why this step is essential for reverse engineering.
How to get from idea to tested prototype faster with 3D printing — processes, advantages, and tips for efficient rapid prototyping.
Why a regional 3D printing partner in Hamburg and Schleswig-Holstein makes your projects faster and more efficient.
Why a local 3D printing service is the better choice: personal consultation, fast delivery times, and direct communication.
Practical design guidelines for FDM 3D printing — wall thickness, overhangs, supports, and tolerances explained.
Everything about PVA as a water-soluble support material in 3D printing: properties, print parameters, storage, and professional applications.
Reents Technologies celebrates a sustainability milestone: 30 trees planted in Tanzania in collaboration with Tree-Nation.
All major FDM materials at a glance: properties, applications, and processing tips for PLA, ABS, PETG, TPU, ASA, and more.
How additive manufacturing helps companies solve supply chain problems and increase supply security.
A direct comparison of PLA and ABS: properties, strengths, and use cases of the two most popular FDM filaments.
A comprehensive overview of CAD design: from fundamentals and popular software to best practices for beginners and professionals.
How to optimally position your 3D model in the build volume: a checklist for better surfaces, fewer supports, and stronger parts.
Learn the difference between additive manufacturing and 3D printing, and why these terms are often used interchangeably but mean different things.
Reents Technologies GmbH becomes an official sponsor of the Formula Student team HAWKS Racing e.V. from HAW Hamburg.
How a professional 3D printing print farm in Hamburg efficiently produces small series, prototypes, and custom parts.
Everything about SLA 3D printing: how the process works, which materials are available, and which applications it's best suited for.
Everything you need to know about FDM: how Fused Deposition Modeling works, its advantages, and what it's used for.
The path to custom enclosures via 3D printing: benefits, materials, and design tips for professional electronics and industrial housings.
A comparison of the two key 3D scanning technologies: NIR scanning and laser scanning with their strengths, limitations, and use cases.
Understanding CAD: what computer-aided design is, which programs exist, and how beginners can start with 3D modeling.
How to paint 3D prints in any RAL color — preparation, priming, and paint systems for professional results.
Comparing FDM and SLA 3D printing: how they work, materials, pros and cons, and choosing the right process for your project.
Comparing tolerance standards ISO 2768-1 Class M and ISO 20457 TG4: which standard is suitable for dimensional accuracy in FDM 3D printing?
STL, 3MF, OBJ, or STEP? An overview of the most important file formats in 3D printing and when to choose which format.
How SLA 3D printing enables precise test models for determining IP protection ratings — applications, requirements, and advantages.
Large-format 3D printing for industry and trade fairs: applications, technologies, and materials for parts beyond the desktop class.
Why rapid prototyping is revolutionising product development: faster iterations, lower costs, and better decision-making foundations.
Reents Technologies is now available at reents3d.de — easier to remember, faster to find.
Reents Technologies expands its service portfolio with professional 3D scanning for industry, reverse engineering, and quality assurance.
Ten practical scenarios where a professional 3D printing service delivers significant cost savings — without sacrificing quality or precision.
FDM 3D printing explained: how it works, key advantages, and applications of the most widely used additive manufacturing technology.
Why local additive manufacturing in the greater Hamburg area gives businesses a real competitive edge — short distances, personal advice, and fast delivery.
Reents Technologies supports Team B.O.A.T. Motorworks from Gymnasium Rissen in the Formula 1 in Schools competition.
Year in review 2023: the key milestones, projects, and developments of Reents Technologies GmbH in its first year of business.
How a passion for 3D printing became a professional company: the founding story of Reents Technologies GmbH.
