Makerarm is a robotic 3D printer, laser cutter, drawing and ink printer, fabricator and assembly machine all rolled into one that fits on a desktop and promises to make pretty much anything – ...

The CNC mill is the foundation of most modern machine shops, and it’s usually the tool with the most demands competing for its time. This means making tough choices when small-volume parts are needed.

Founded by Ron and Clara Mears in 1966, Mears Machine makes precision metal parts for the aerospace, marine, medical, racing ...

We have coffee makers that can make a cup of joe right out of the box. We have smartphones that require little to no setup when bought new. We have printers that are ...

At CES last year, Monoprice introduced a $200 3D printer. Initial expectations of this printer were middling. My curiosity got the best of me, and last summer I picked up one of these printers for a ...

New technology gives the process 'eyes and brains.' Objects made with 3D printing can be lighter, stronger, and more complex than those produced through traditional manufacturing methods. But several ...

There’s something uniquely satisfying about a pen plotter. Though less speedy or precise than a modern printer, watching a ...

With a 24-inch cutting width, the venture is aimed at those who need to cut a lot of material very quickly. James has been writing about technology for years but has loved it since the early 90s.

I bought a 3D printer about 18 months ago, and for most of that time, it sat idle (early on I made a 3D cat for display). That changed when my daughter and grandson came to visit. During the wrestling ...