The Slant 3D Printing Podcast

Getting That First Sale on Portals | China Export Ban | Manufacturing Boom | Slant 3D Podcast Ep 161

Get 1000 3D Printers for your Business with the Teleport 3D Print Service:https://tinyurl.com/3nvpr5uuGet an OilStick: https://tinyurl.com/4zpyhkx6In this episode of the Slant 3D Podcast, we talk about the next major manufacturing boom, China’s growing control over 3D printing patents and export restrictions, new robotics investment in the U.S., and why manufacturing is quickly becoming a cloud service.We also cover major Slant 3D updates, including the upcoming website redesign, Teleport file upload improvements, Portals growth, organic traffic increases, new marketplace features, and the goal of helping creators get their first sale in their first week on Portals.The episode also breaks down why selling a 3D printing business is easier when production is handled as a service instead of depending on your own print farm.00:00 Intro00:35 Podcast Overview01:02 Portals Sponsor02:05 China 3D Printing Patent Dominance03:51 Hi3D 3.0 AI-to-Print Update04:16 China Bans Trade With U.S. Defense Firms05:17 U.S. Manufacturing Resurgence07:58 Standard Bots and Robotics Investment11:27 Formlabs and Hardware Startup Economics13:30 Stratasys Rail-Certified FDM Material16:02 Slant 3D Website Redesign18:16 Teleport Updates19:03 Portals Growth and New Features20:48 Getting Your First Sale on Portals22:03 API, Quoter, and Company Focus22:54 OilStick Manufacturing Updates25:48 Tangled Filament Automation33:53 The Manufacturing Boom Coming34:43 Manufacturing as a Cloud Service36:37 Selling Your 3D Printing Business47:22 Final Thoughts🔗 OTHER LINKS 🔗Get $10 Filament: https://tinyurl.com/bdcjjc9mOur CAD Software (Use Code "Slant3d" for 10% OFF): https://tinyurl.com/pc2r8wcvGrease your Printer with OilSticks: https://tinyurl.com/5ftna32sAbout Slant 3D🏭 High-Volume 3D Printing: Scalability Meets FlexibilitySlant 3D's Giant 3D Print Farms that utilize 1000's of FDM 3D printers working 24/7 to offer limitless scalability and unparalleled flexibility. Whether it's 100 or 100,000 parts, our system can handle it reliably, while still allowing for real-time design updates, ensuring products evolve with the times. This adaptability is key in today's fast-paced world. We are one of the largest and most reliable 3d print services on the planet.🌿 Sustainable Manufacturing: Eco-Friendly EfficiencyEmbrace a system that drastically reduces carbon emissions by eliminating carbon-intensive steps in the supply chain, such as global shipping and warehousing. Our approach minimizes this footprint, offering a more sustainable manufacturing option.⚙️ Digital Warehouses: Parts On-DemandThink of print farms as a "Digital Warehouse", meaning we can store your parts digitally on a server rather than physically on a shelf. parts are available on-demand, reducing the need for extensive physical inventory.Produced by Geometry Media #3DPrinting #AdditiveManufacturing #Slant3D #SlantPodcast #Portals #Teleport #PrintOnDemand #CloudManufacturing #AmericanManufacturing #Manufacturing

Bambu For Clicks | Meshy Undervalued at 1.5 Billion | Carbon Fiber in Portals | Slant 3D Podcast 166

Get 1000 3D Printers for your Business Print Parts on Demand:https://tinyurl.com/3nvpr5uuLayer lines are not the reason your 3D printed product is failing to sell. In this episode of the Slant 3D Podcast, Gabe explains why customers will accept visible layer lines when a product solves a real problem—and why blaming surface texture often hides a weak product, poor positioning, or ineffective sales strategy.We also discuss major changes across the 3D printing industry. Meshy reportedly raised $400 million for AI-generated 3D models, while BigRep entered restructuring and Fusion3 moved toward shutting down. Gabe breaks down why some 3D technologies are attracting major investment while traditional printer manufacturers continue to struggle.Additional updates include lower Teleport pricing, automatic support detection, faster order turnaround, Portals advertising tools, TikTok affiliate integration, Oil Stick production, and continued development of the Slant 3D API.Finally, Gabe revisits the Smarter Every Day BBQ knob and explains why manufacturing speed should be measured across the entire production system—not by the cycle time of one printer or molding machine.🔗 OTHER IMPORTANT LINKS 🔗Connect to a 1000+ Machine 3D Print Service:https://www.slantpod.com/Need a Modeling Software? (Use Code: Slant3D)https://www.shapr3d.com/download?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=slant3d_affiliateCheck out our website:https://www.slant3d.com/Follow Slant 3D:Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/slant3d00:00 3D Printing Industry Shakeup00:26 Slant 3D API01:32 Meshy Raises $400 Million04:01 BigRep Liquidation06:32 Fusion3 Shuts Down08:30 Oil Stick Update12:22 Portals Marketplace Update15:02 Teleport Gets Faster and Cheaper20:38 New Materials and API Updates21:38 Layer Lines Aren’t Killing Sales30:29 Smarter Every Day and Manufacturing Speed34:00 ClosingAbout Slant 3D🏭 High-Volume 3D Printing: Scalability Meets FlexibilitySlant 3D's Giant 3D Print Farms that utilize 1000's of FDM 3D printers working 24/7 to offer limitless scalability and unparalleled flexibility. Whether it's 100 or 100,000 parts, our system can handle it reliably, while still allowing for real-time design updates, ensuring products evolve with the times. This adaptability is key in today's fast-paced world. We are one of the largest and most reliable 3d print services on the planet.🌿 Sustainable Manufacturing: Eco-Friendly EfficiencyEmbrace a system that drastically reduces carbon emissions by eliminating carbon-intensive steps in the supply chain, such as global shipping and warehousing. Our approach minimizes this footprint, offering a more sustainable manufacturing option.⚙️ Digital Warehouses: Parts On-DemandThink of print farms as a "Digital Warehouse", meaning we can store your parts digitally on a server rather than physically on a shelf. parts are available on-demand, reducing the need for extensive physical inventory.Produced by Geometry Media #3DPrinting #Slant3D #3DPrinting #3DPrintDesign #DesignFor3DPrinting #ProductDesign #3DPrintedProducts #PrintOnDemand #AdditiveManufacturing #3DPrintingBusiness #LayerLines #FDMPrinting #DigitalManufacturing #3DPrintingNews #MeshyAI

INDX Leaked | Does Spool Recycling Work? | Interview with Womp | Slant Podcast Ep. 165

Get 1000 3D Printers for your Business Print Parts on Demand:https://tinyurl.com/3nvpr5uuDo filament spool return programs actually work, or does shipping empty spools back cost more than simply making new ones?In this episode of the Slant 3D Podcast, Gabe breaks down the economics behind filament spool return programs after 3D Fuel introduced its Farm Fuel system. We look at the cost of buying new spools, return shipping, processing used spools, environmental tradeoffs, and why collapsible spool designs could make the entire idea much more practical.We also cover the latest shakeup at Nano Dimension, the accidental release of Prusa Index CAD data, and why hardware companies should expect competitors to reverse engineer their products.Later, Gabe sits down with Gabriela Trueba, founder and CEO of Womp, to talk about building a new kind of 3D design software. They discuss Womp's roots in 3D printing, signed distance fields, real-time ray tracing, building their own GPU servers, AI-generated 3D models, and making CAD approachable for a completely new generation of designers.This episode is brought to you by Portals — a way to upload a 3D model, set your profit, and sell physical products without operating your own print farm.🔗 OTHER IMPORTANT LINKS 🔗Connect to a 1000+ Machine 3D Print Service:https://www.slantpod.com/Need a Modeling Software? (Use Code: Slant3D)https://www.shapr3d.com/download?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=slant3d_affiliateCheck out our website:https://www.slant3d.com/Follow Slant 3D:Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/slant3d00:00 Intro + Portals01:08 Nano Dimension Board Shakeup04:01 Prusa Index CAD Leak07:42 Does Spool Return Actually Work?09:07 The Economics of Returning Spools12:14 Is Spool Return Actually Greener?15:43 The Collapsible Spool Solution18:24 Why Good Competition Is Valuable23:28 Womp CEO Gabriela Trueba27:35 Why Womp Started With 3D Printing35:11 From Artist to Tech Founder41:13 Rebuilding Womp Around SDFs43:37 Why Womp Built Its Own Servers47:51 Why Womp Uses Ray Tracing51:22 Womp's “Time to Goop” Metric54:54 The Future of Womp59:06 AI-Generated 3D + Real Mechanisms1:03:54 How SDFs Unlocked Womp1:11:42 ClosingAbout Slant 3D🏭 High-Volume 3D Printing: Scalability Meets FlexibilitySlant 3D's Giant 3D Print Farms that utilize 1000's of FDM 3D printers working 24/7 to offer limitless scalability and unparalleled flexibility. Whether it's 100 or 100,000 parts, our system can handle it reliably, while still allowing for real-time design updates, ensuring products evolve with the times. This adaptability is key in today's fast-paced world. We are one of the largest and most reliable 3d print services on the planet.🌿 Sustainable Manufacturing: Eco-Friendly EfficiencyEmbrace a system that drastically reduces carbon emissions by eliminating carbon-intensive steps in the supply chain, such as global shipping and warehousing. Our approach minimizes this footprint, offering a more sustainable manufacturing option.⚙️ Digital Warehouses: Parts On-DemandThink of print farms as a "Digital Warehouse", meaning we can store your parts digitally on a server rather than physically on a shelf. parts are available on-demand, reducing the need for extensive physical inventory.Produced by Geometry Media #3DPrinting #AdditiveManufacturing #3DPrintingBusiness #CAD #3DPrintingPodcast

Vibe Coded TinkerCAD | Adidas Flubbed 3D Printed Shoes | 20% Price Cut | Slant Podcast Ep. 164

Get 1000 3D Printers for your Business with the Teleport 3D Print Service:https://tinyurl.com/3nvpr5uuGet an OilStick: https://tinyurl.com/4zpyhkx6Large-format 3D printing just got a major price drop.This week on the Slant 3D Podcast, Gabe discusses the 15% reduction in pricing for large 3D printed parts across the Slant 3D API and Teleport, why the change happened after feedback from Joel (3D Printing Nerd), and the long-term goal of making printed parts cheaper than buying raw filament.We also cover the surprising shutdown of Würth Additive Group, whether AI "vibe coding" can replace traditional CAD software like Tinkercad, Adidas' newest 3D printed basketball shoe, and updates on Portals, Teleport, Tangled, and the brand-new Slant 3D website.If you're building a print farm, developing software, selling designs, or following the future of additive manufacturing, this episode is packed with insights.00:00 This Week in 3D Printing02:15 Worth Additive Shuts Down04:18 AI & Vibe Coding for CAD09:13 Adidas' 3D Printed Shoes13:48 Open Sauce & Company Updates15:06 New Slant 3D Website17:44 Teleport & Portals Growth24:01 API Improvements Explained26:15 Large Prints Are 15% Cheaper30:02 Tangled Updates32:10 Womp Interview Preview🔗 OTHER LINKS 🔗Get $10 Filament: https://tinyurl.com/bdcjjc9mOur CAD Software (Use Code "Slant3d" for 10% OFF): https://tinyurl.com/pc2r8wcvGrease your Printer with OilSticks: https://tinyurl.com/5ftna32sAbout Slant 3D🏭 High-Volume 3D Printing: Scalability Meets FlexibilitySlant 3D's Giant 3D Print Farms that utilize 1000's of FDM 3D printers working 24/7 to offer limitless scalability and unparalleled flexibility. Whether it's 100 or 100,000 parts, our system can handle it reliably, while still allowing for real-time design updates, ensuring products evolve with the times. This adaptability is key in today's fast-paced world. We are one of the largest and most reliable 3d print services on the planet.🌿 Sustainable Manufacturing: Eco-Friendly EfficiencyEmbrace a system that drastically reduces carbon emissions by eliminating carbon-intensive steps in the supply chain, such as global shipping and warehousing. Our approach minimizes this footprint, offering a more sustainable manufacturing option.⚙️ Digital Warehouses: Parts On-DemandThink of print farms as a "Digital Warehouse", meaning we can store your parts digitally on a server rather than physically on a shelf. parts are available on-demand, reducing the need for extensive physical inventory.Produced by Geometry Media #3DPrinting #USManufacturing #AdditiveManufacturing #3DPrintingBusiness #Slant3D #3DPrinting #Manufacturing #ArtificialIntelligence #CAD #Podcast

3D Printing Will Replace Injection Molding | Interview with InventWithMe | Slant3D Podcast Ep 160

Get 1000 3D Printers for your Business with the Teleport 3D Print Service:https://tinyurl.com/3nvpr5uuGet an OilStick: https://tinyurl.com/4zpyhkx6Check out Grant's Invention Validator: inventwithme.io3D printing is no longer just for prototypes. In this episode of the Slant 3D Podcast, Gabe breaks down why additive manufacturing is positioned to replace much of injection molding by removing mold costs, inventory waste, minimum order quantities, warehousing, and slow product iteration.The episode covers Beehive Industries’ major metal 3D printing investment, new Teleport materials and colors, Portals growth, Tangled filament updates, and why print-on-demand manufacturing changes how products are made and sold.Then Gabe talks with Grant from InventWithMe about building and selling real products, validating inventions, getting first sales, using social media to test demand, Amazon vs Shopify, patents, competitors, refunds, and the hard lessons that come with taking a product from idea to market.This is a strong episode for inventors, product designers, entrepreneurs, e-commerce sellers, and anyone trying to understand where manufacturing is heading next.00:00 Intro and Portals Sponsor01:31 Beehive’s $50M Metal 3D Printing Investment05:05 Teleport, Portals, API, and Tangled Updates15:06 InventWithMe Interview Preview16:11 Why 3D Printing Will Replace Injection Molding19:27 Print-On-Demand vs Molded Inventory22:43 Can 3D Printing Match Mass Production?23:40 Layer Lines, Strength, and Texture26:56 Cost, Volume, and Why Molding Breaks Down30:46 Lower Volumes and More Product Variety32:16 Faster Product Iteration with 3D Printing36:49 Interview with Grant from InventWithMe39:48 First Sales and Product Validation43:31 Amazon, Shopify, and Social Media Traffic50:50 Storytelling, Content, and Avoiding Burnout56:50 Building Fast vs Waiting for Perfect01:10:09 Product Failure, Refunds, and Trust01:25:41 Competition, Knockoffs, and Patents01:36:39 Final Thoughts🔗 OTHER LINKS 🔗Get $10 Filament: https://tinyurl.com/bdcjjc9mOur CAD Software (Use Code "Slant3d" for 10% OFF): https://tinyurl.com/pc2r8wcvGrease your Printer with OilSticks: https://tinyurl.com/5ftna32sAbout Slant 3D🏭 High-Volume 3D Printing: Scalability Meets FlexibilitySlant 3D's Giant 3D Print Farms that utilize 1000's of FDM 3D printers working 24/7 to offer limitless scalability and unparalleled flexibility. Whether it's 100 or 100,000 parts, our system can handle it reliably, while still allowing for real-time design updates, ensuring products evolve with the times. This adaptability is key in today's fast-paced world. We are one of the largest and most reliable 3d print services on the planet.🌿 Sustainable Manufacturing: Eco-Friendly EfficiencyEmbrace a system that drastically reduces carbon emissions by eliminating carbon-intensive steps in the supply chain, such as global shipping and warehousing. Our approach minimizes this footprint, offering a more sustainable manufacturing option.⚙️ Digital Warehouses: Parts On-DemandThink of print farms as a "Digital Warehouse", meaning we can store your parts digitally on a server rather than physically on a shelf. parts are available on-demand, reducing the need for extensive physical inventory.Produced by Geometry Media #3DPrinting #InjectionMolding #AdditiveManufacturing #ProductDesign #Inventors #Manufacturing #Slant3D #InventWithMe #PrintOnDemand #Ecommerce

Teleport Gets More Colors | 3D Printed Humanoids and Datacenters | Slant 3D Podcast 159

Get 1000 3D Printers for your Business with the Teleport 3D Print Service:https://tinyurl.com/3nvpr5uuGet an OilStick: https://tinyurl.com/4zpyhkx6Teleport gets new limited-edition colors, Portals adds marble, and 3D printing keeps showing up in places where traditional manufacturing struggles to move fast enough.This week, we cover Formlabs’ new Fuse X1 SLS system, TDK’s acquisition of Fabric8Labs for up to $400M, and Nike/Zellerfeld’s latest 3D printed Air Max update. Then we get into Slant 3D updates across SlantBox, Teleport, Portals, API, Quoter, Tangled, and Oilstick.The main discussion is why humanoid robotics could be one of the strongest applications for 3D printing. Humanoid companies need custom housings, covers, grippers, wheels, clips, and production parts that can change quickly without waiting on molds or rebuilding a supply chain. 3D printing gives them a way to prototype, produce, and iterate without slowing down the entire company.News covered includes the Formlabs Fuse X1, Fabric8Labs’ acquisition by TDK, and the Zellerfeld/Nike Air Max 1000.2 Black Hyper Crimson release00:00 Intro00:24 Portals Sponsor01:36 Formlabs Fuse X105:24 TDK Acquires Fabric8Labs08:36 Zellerfeld Nike Air Max10:51 SlantBox Update11:05 Teleport Gets More Colors11:49 Portals Adds Marble12:13 API Updates12:38 Tangled Update12:55 Oilstick Update13:48 3D Printing Humanoids14:17 Supply Chain Problems15:39 Custom Robot Wheels18:21 Tooling vs Iteration19:33 Why Robots Need 3D Printing20:15 Robot Covers and Textures21:26 Printing Production Parts22:47 Lightweight Robot Parts23:44 Instant Quoting and Manufacturing26:05 Outro🔗 OTHER LINKS 🔗Get $10 Filament: https://tinyurl.com/bdcjjc9mOur CAD Software (Use Code "Slant3d" for 10% OFF): https://tinyurl.com/pc2r8wcvGrease your Printer with OilSticks: https://tinyurl.com/5ftna32sAbout Slant 3D🏭 High-Volume 3D Printing: Scalability Meets FlexibilitySlant 3D's Giant 3D Print Farms that utilize 1000's of FDM 3D printers working 24/7 to offer limitless scalability and unparalleled flexibility. Whether it's 100 or 100,000 parts, our system can handle it reliably, while still allowing for real-time design updates, ensuring products evolve with the times. This adaptability is key in today's fast-paced world. We are one of the largest and most reliable 3d print services on the planet.🌿 Sustainable Manufacturing: Eco-Friendly EfficiencyEmbrace a system that drastically reduces carbon emissions by eliminating carbon-intensive steps in the supply chain, such as global shipping and warehousing. Our approach minimizes this footprint, offering a more sustainable manufacturing option.⚙️ Digital Warehouses: Parts On-DemandThink of print farms as a "Digital Warehouse", meaning we can store your parts digitally on a server rather than physically on a shelf. parts are available on-demand, reducing the need for extensive physical inventory.Produced by Geometry Media #3dprinting #Slant3D #3dprinting #3dprintingbusiness #printondemand #slant3d #bambulab #oilstick #teleport3d #3dprintfarm #makersgonnamake #Formlabs#Zellerfeld #Manufacturing

Selling 3D Printing Businesses, ToolTrace.ai & Jury Duty | Slant 3D Podcast Ep 158

Get 1000 3D Printers for your Business with the Teleport 3D Print Service:https://tinyurl.com/3nvpr5uuGet an OilStick: https://tinyurl.com/4zpyhkx6In this episode of the Slant 3D Podcast, we cover new 3D printing industry updates, ToolTrace.ai using Slant 3D’s API for print-on-demand tool organization, and Gabe’s week stuck in jury duty.The main topic is selling a 3D printing business: what makes a business sellable, why Etsy stores are difficult to transfer, how buyers think about profit, what actually affects valuation, and why systemized production can make a 3D printed product business easier to operate or sell.We also cover Slant 3D updates, new materials, sponsorships, affiliate programs, and how 3D printing businesses can keep running even when owners are burned out.00:00 Intro: Jury Duty, ToolTrace.ai, and Selling Businesses00:35 Teleport Sponsor01:54 3D Printing Industry News02:52 Stratasys Acquires Markforged07:21 ToolTrace.ai Print-on-Demand Launch10:00 Gabe’s Jury Duty Week16:14 Slant 3D and Teleport Updates18:25 Tangled and Oil Stick Updates19:41 Sponsorships and Affiliate Programs27:15 Selling Your 3D Printing Business31:13 Can Your Business Be Sold?38:51 Business Age and Growth41:18 Profit vs Owner Salary45:35 How Valuations Work48:42 What Buyers Actually Care About54:04 Transparency When Selling58:28 Ads, Organic Sales, and Business Health01:03:07 Why Many 3D Printing Businesses Are Worth Less01:10:21 Keeping Burned-Out Stores Running01:13:25 Why Slant 3D Acquires Businesses01:16:32 Final Thoughts🔗 OTHER LINKS 🔗Get $10 Filament: https://tinyurl.com/bdcjjc9mOur CAD Software (Use Code "Slant3d" for 10% OFF): https://tinyurl.com/pc2r8wcvGrease your Printer with OilSticks: https://tinyurl.com/5ftna32sAbout Slant 3D🏭 High-Volume 3D Printing: Scalability Meets FlexibilitySlant 3D's Giant 3D Print Farms that utilize 1000's of FDM 3D printers working 24/7 to offer limitless scalability and unparalleled flexibility. Whether it's 100 or 100,000 parts, our system can handle it reliably, while still allowing for real-time design updates, ensuring products evolve with the times. This adaptability is key in today's fast-paced world. We are one of the largest and most reliable 3d print services on the planet.🌿 Sustainable Manufacturing: Eco-Friendly EfficiencyEmbrace a system that drastically reduces carbon emissions by eliminating carbon-intensive steps in the supply chain, such as global shipping and warehousing. Our approach minimizes this footprint, offering a more sustainable manufacturing option.⚙️ Digital Warehouses: Parts On-DemandThink of print farms as a "Digital Warehouse", meaning we can store your parts digitally on a server rather than physically on a shelf. parts are available on-demand, reducing the need for extensive physical inventory.Produced by Geometry Media #3dprinting #Slant3D #3dprinting #3dprintingbusiness #printondemand #slant3d #bambulab #oilstick #teleport3d #3dprintfarm #makersgonnamake

3D Printing Copycats, Bambu Backlash, and New Materials | Slant 3D Podcast Ep 157

Get 1000 3D Printers for your Business:https://tinyurl.com/3nvpr5uuGet an OilStick: https://tinyurl.com/4zpyhkx6The 3D printing community is still reacting to the latest Bambu Lab controversy, but this episode asks a bigger question: what are people actually going to do about it?Gabe breaks down how the Bambu backlash is affecting YouTubers, sponsorships, and the larger 3D printing creator space. Slant 3D is also stepping in with OilStick sponsorship opportunities for creators who want an alternative sponsor in the 3D printing industry.This episode also covers major Teleport updates, including the new pricing algorithm, smarter backend slicing, new material options, Outdoor Performance Material, PETG-style functional parts, Hilbert curve surface textures, and future fuzzy skin options.Gabe also talks about OilStick being cloned, why copycats are inevitable in 3D printing, and why the real answer is to move faster, build better, and focus on action instead of outrage.If you care about 3D printing business, print-on-demand, creator sponsorships, product cloning, or the future of open 3D printing tools, this episode is worth watching.00:00 Intro00:41 Bambu Sponsorship Controversy03:48 OilStick Sponsorship Offer05:22 Full-Color 3D Printing Updates07:00 SlantBox and Teleport Updates07:21 Teleport Pricing Algorithm V209:52 New Teleport Materials10:23 Outdoor Performance Material11:07 Hilbert Curve Surface Finish13:45 Smarter Backend Slicing14:27 Possible Open-Source Tools16:45 OilStick Got Ripped Off18:37 Why Copycats Do Not Matter24:40 Competition Is a Distraction26:42 Right to Repair and Bambu31:08 Why Online Outrage Is Not Enough34:26 Stop Whining and Build Alternatives36:18 3D Printing Laws and Real Action39:29 Real Alternatives to Bambu43:17 Business Opportunities in Bambu Backlash45:05 OilStick Creator Sponsorship Program46:50 Take Real Action in 3D Printing49:30 Next Week’s Interview Preview49:51 Outro🔗 OTHER LINKS 🔗Get $10 Filament: https://tinyurl.com/bdcjjc9mOur CAD Software (Use Code "Slant3d" for 10% OFF): https://tinyurl.com/pc2r8wcvGrease your Printer with OilSticks: https://tinyurl.com/5ftna32sAbout Slant 3D🏭 High-Volume 3D Printing: Scalability Meets FlexibilitySlant 3D's Giant 3D Print Farms that utilize 1000's of FDM 3D printers working 24/7 to offer limitless scalability and unparalleled flexibility. Whether it's 100 or 100,000 parts, our system can handle it reliably, while still allowing for real-time design updates, ensuring products evolve with the times. This adaptability is key in today's fast-paced world. We are one of the largest and most reliable 3d print services on the planet.🌿 Sustainable Manufacturing: Eco-Friendly EfficiencyEmbrace a system that drastically reduces carbon emissions by eliminating carbon-intensive steps in the supply chain, such as global shipping and warehousing. Our approach minimizes this footprint, offering a more sustainable manufacturing option.⚙️ Digital Warehouses: Parts On-DemandThink of print farms as a "Digital Warehouse", meaning we can store your parts digitally on a server rather than physically on a shelf. parts are available on-demand, reducing the need for extensive physical inventory.Produced by Geometry Media #3dprinting #Slant3D #3dprinting #3dprintingbusiness #printondemand #slant3d #bambulab #oilstick #teleport3d #3dprintfarm #makersgonnamake

3D Printed Rockets | SendCutSend Raises $110M | Slant 3D Podcast Ep 156

Get 1000 3D Printers for your Business:https://tinyurl.com/3nvpr5uuGet an OilStick: https://tinyurl.com/4zpyhkx6Rocket Lab just produced its 1,000th 3D printed Rutherford rocket engine, showing how additive manufacturing has moved far beyond prototyping and into real industrial production.In this episode of the Slant 3D Podcast, we talk about 3D printed rockets, the latest Bambu Lab open-source drama, SendCutSend raising $110 million, and why Silicon Valley is suddenly running into the hard limits of physical manufacturing. From AI data centers and hardware bottlenecks to bearings, transformers, filament, and print-on-demand infrastructure, this episode is all about why making real things is becoming exciting again.We also break down why simple commodity manufacturing can still be a massive opportunity, how companies like Tangled and Teleport fit into the larger manufacturing shift, and why now may be one of the best times to start building something physical.00:00 Intro: 3D Printed Rockets and U.S. Manufacturing00:19 Teleport Sponsor01:19 Rocket Lab Hits 1,000 3D Printed Engines04:43 Bambu Lab Open Source Update10:15 SendCutSend Raises $110 Million14:37 Silicon Valley Meets Manufacturing18:30 3D Printing vs Injection Molding20:24 Manufacturing Twitter and Industry Momentum22:09 Why Bearings Matter24:12 Simple Manufacturing Businesses27:12 Tangled Filament and Commodity Products30:20 Making Things in the United States31:52 Teleport and Manufacturing Network Effects33:32 Bearings, Transformers, and AI Data Centers36:52 Why Manufacturing Is Shifting38:38 Go Build Something40:33 Outro and Livestream Chat🔗 OTHER LINKS 🔗Get $10 Filament: https://tinyurl.com/bdcjjc9mOur CAD Software (Use Code "Slant3d" for 10% OFF): https://tinyurl.com/pc2r8wcvGrease your Printer with OilSticks: https://tinyurl.com/5ftna32sAbout Slant 3D🏭 High-Volume 3D Printing: Scalability Meets FlexibilitySlant 3D's Giant 3D Print Farms that utilize 1000's of FDM 3D printers working 24/7 to offer limitless scalability and unparalleled flexibility. Whether it's 100 or 100,000 parts, our system can handle it reliably, while still allowing for real-time design updates, ensuring products evolve with the times. This adaptability is key in today's fast-paced world. We are one of the largest and most reliable 3d print services on the planet.🌿 Sustainable Manufacturing: Eco-Friendly EfficiencyEmbrace a system that drastically reduces carbon emissions by eliminating carbon-intensive steps in the supply chain, such as global shipping and warehousing. Our approach minimizes this footprint, offering a more sustainable manufacturing option.⚙️ Digital Warehouses: Parts On-DemandThink of print farms as a "Digital Warehouse", meaning we can store your parts digitally on a server rather than physically on a shelf. parts are available on-demand, reducing the need for extensive physical inventory.Produced by Geometry Media #3dprinting #Slant3D #CNCKitchen #AdditiveManufacturing #3DPrintingBusiness #businesslessons #printondemand #3dprintfarm #slant3d #rocketlab#sendcutsend #pelletprinting #opensource #hardwarestartup #slantbox #teleport3d

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BambuLab Went Too Far | Peopoly Giga | Slant 3D Printer? | Slant 3D Podcast Ep 155

Get 1000 3D Printers for your Business:https://tinyurl.com/3nvpr5uuGet an OilStick: https://tinyurl.com/4zpyhkx6BambuLab is back in the spotlight after backlash over open-source software, developer pressure, and right-to-repair concerns. In this episode of the Slant 3D Podcast, we break down what actually happened, why the reaction got so intense, and whether it will really affect BambuLab long term.We also look at Peopoly’s new Giga 800 pellet extrusion printer, why pellet printing makes sense for large-format machines, and where it still struggles compared to traditional filament systems.Then we cover Slant 3D updates across Teleport, Portals, Slant Box, API development, pricing changes, Tangled filament, and the broader question of whether Slant 3D would ever build a consumer 3D printer again.A practical discussion on open source, large-format printing, print farms, consumer machines, and what the future of American 3D printer manufacturing could look like.Based on the uploaded transcript for this episode.00:00 Intro: BambuLab, Peopoly Giga, and Slant 3D Updates01:44 Peopoly Giga 800 Pellet Printer03:51 Pellet Printing Costs and Large-Format Use Cases06:27 BambuLab Open Source Controversy08:35 Did BambuLab Overreact?11:04 Will This Hurt BambuLab Long Term?13:00 Supporting Open Source Developers14:55 Final Thoughts on BambuLab15:43 Portals and Teleport Updates17:11 Teleport Pricing Algorithm V220:03 Slant 3D API and Vibe-Coded Apps20:50 Slant Box Public Release22:28 Production Quotes and Chatbot Updates23:17 Tangled Filament and Oilstick Updates23:46 Simplifying Slant 3D’s Production Pipeline25:13 Why Doesn’t the U.S. Have a Prusa?30:54 Would Slant 3D Make a Consumer Printer?31:15 The Slant 3D Mason Printer35:01 Why Slant 3D Focuses on Print Farms37:58 Print Farm Machines vs Consumer Printers39:59 Same-Day 3D Printed Part Delivery?42:06 Why Slant 3D Probably Won’t Build a Consumer Printer🔗 OTHER LINKS 🔗Get $10 Filament: https://tinyurl.com/bdcjjc9mOur CAD Software (Use Code "Slant3d" for 10% OFF): https://tinyurl.com/pc2r8wcvGrease your Printer with OilSticks: https://tinyurl.com/5ftna32sAbout Slant 3D🏭 High-Volume 3D Printing: Scalability Meets FlexibilitySlant 3D's Giant 3D Print Farms that utilize 1000's of FDM 3D printers working 24/7 to offer limitless scalability and unparalleled flexibility. Whether it's 100 or 100,000 parts, our system can handle it reliably, while still allowing for real-time design updates, ensuring products evolve with the times. This adaptability is key in today's fast-paced world. We are one of the largest and most reliable 3d print services on the planet.🌿 Sustainable Manufacturing: Eco-Friendly EfficiencyEmbrace a system that drastically reduces carbon emissions by eliminating carbon-intensive steps in the supply chain, such as global shipping and warehousing. Our approach minimizes this footprint, offering a more sustainable manufacturing option.⚙️ Digital Warehouses: Parts On-DemandThink of print farms as a "Digital Warehouse", meaning we can store your parts digitally on a server rather than physically on a shelf. parts are available on-demand, reducing the need for extensive physical inventory.Produced by Geometry Media #3dprinting #Slant3D #CNCKitchen #AdditiveManufacturing #3DPrintingBusiness #businesslessons #printondemand #3dprintfarm #slant3d #bambulab #peopoly #pelletprinting #opensource #righttorepair #slantbox #teleport3d

Portals Pay’s 2K to Designers | Biggest Mistakes I have made | 3D Printing News | Podcast Ep154

Get 1000 3D Printers for your Business:https://tinyurl.com/3nvpr5uuGet an OilStick: https://tinyurl.com/4zpyhkx6Building a company means making mistakes, but the real danger is making the same mistake twice.In this episode, we talk through some of the biggest lessons learned while building Slant 3D — from choosing Boise as the company’s home base, to hiring the wrong people, moving too slowly, overanalyzing decisions, and learning how to turn mistakes into useful data.The core lesson: mistakes are not excuses. They are information. The faster you recognize what is not working, the faster you can change direction, improve the system, and keep building.We also discuss startup culture, manufacturing momentum, why the right team matters more than filling seats quickly, and why action creates more action when you are trying to grow a company. This fits Slant 3D’s thought-leadership lane: practical, useful, and focused on scaling real 3D printing/manufacturing businesses00:00 Intro31:24 Biggest Mistakes in Business32:48 Building Slant 3D in Boise33:54 Startup Culture and Talent Gaps34:35 Why Boise Slowed Momentum35:20 Choosing the Mega Farm Space36:07 Hiring Mistakes and Team Fit37:12 Moving Too Slowly38:39 Taking Action That Moves the Needle39:45 Outrunning Competitors40:46 Momentum Creates More Momentum41:44 Operational Mistakes and Scar Tissue42:58 Learning to Build With Teams44:14 Mistakes Are Not Failures45:21 Mistakes Cannot Become Excuses46:14 Turning Bad Decisions Into Leverage47:22 Keep Moving After Mistakes48:05 Change What Is Not Working49:06 Don’t Wallow in Bad Decisions50:21 Final Thoughts🔗 OTHER LINKS 🔗Get $10 Filament: https://tinyurl.com/bdcjjc9mOur CAD Software (Use Code "Slant3d" for 10% OFF): https://tinyurl.com/pc2r8wcvGrease your Printer with OilSticks: https://tinyurl.com/5ftna32sAbout Slant 3D🏭 High-Volume 3D Printing: Scalability Meets FlexibilitySlant 3D's Giant 3D Print Farms that utilize 1000's of FDM 3D printers working 24/7 to offer limitless scalability and unparalleled flexibility. Whether it's 100 or 100,000 parts, our system can handle it reliably, while still allowing for real-time design updates, ensuring products evolve with the times. This adaptability is key in today's fast-paced world. We are one of the largest and most reliable 3d print services on the planet.🌿 Sustainable Manufacturing: Eco-Friendly EfficiencyEmbrace a system that drastically reduces carbon emissions by eliminating carbon-intensive steps in the supply chain, such as global shipping and warehousing. Our approach minimizes this footprint, offering a more sustainable manufacturing option.⚙️ Digital Warehouses: Parts On-DemandThink of print farms as a "Digital Warehouse", meaning we can store your parts digitally on a server rather than physically on a shelf. parts are available on-demand, reducing the need for extensive physical inventory.Produced by Geometry Media #3dprinting #Slant3D #CNCKitchen #AdditiveManufacturing #3DPrintingBusiness #businesslessons #founderadvice #teamculture #printfarm #businessgrowth #PrintFarm #BumpMesh #OpenSource #Teleport3D #SlantBox

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Interview with CNC Kitchen | Slant 3D Podcast Ep 153

This week on the Slant 3D Podcast, we sit down with Stefan from CNC Kitchen for a deep conversation about engineering content, 3D printing education, open-source tools, YouTube production, and building a real product business around a technical audience. Before the interview, we cover the latest 3D printing news and updates, including Bambu Studio color mixing, Desktop Metal assets being used with Oak Ridge National Lab for AI-enabled manufacturing, the SlantBox concept, OilStick production updates, Teleport pricing improvements, direct Etsy listing, photo prototypes, and Portals upgrades. Then we dive into CNC Kitchen’s process: how Bump Mesh was built with AI-assisted coding, why open-source software is harder than it looks, how Stefan structures technical YouTube videos, what it takes to turn a niche engineering channel into a full-time business, and how the CNC Kitchen store grew from heat-set inserts into a real product operation. #3DPrinting #Slant3D #CNCKitchen #AdditiveManufacturing #3DPrintingBusiness #PrintFarm #BumpMesh #OpenSource #Teleport3D #SlantBox 00:00 Intro 00:25 Bambu Color Mixing 05:18 Desktop Metal & Oak Ridge 08:17 SlantBox Update 15:32 OilStick & Teleport Updates 22:26 Photo Prototype & Portals 24:44 CNC Kitchen Interview 25:54 Bump Mesh 27:40 AI Coding Tools 32:28 YouTube Production Process 35:53 Technical Storytelling 38:38 Growing CNC Kitchen 43:20 Going Full-Time 49:23 CNC Kitchen Store 53:22 US Fulfillment & Tariffs 57:02 Scaling the Business 01:04:13 Building Useful Products 01:11:34 Why Stefan Started YouTube 01:14:37 Testing 3D Prints 01:17:03 Maker Community 01:21:25 Closing Thoughts

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Home Metal 3D Printing | List Products from Teleport | Life with ADHD Ep 152

3D printing is shifting fast—and this week proves it. We break down the rise of home metal 3D printing, including a new desktop SLM machine that brings industrial-level manufacturing closer than ever. At the same time, industry data shows massive growth in consumer printers, while military demand is reshaping the future of additive manufacturing. On the business side, Teleport just unlocked a major update—allowing you to list products directly to Etsy without leaving the platform. This changes how print-on-demand sellers operate and simplifies scaling a 3D printing business. We also cover what it’s actually like running and growing a 3D printing company—from shipping Tangled filament and scaling OilStick, to building systems that keep everything moving. Finally, we get into something more personal: life as an ADHD entrepreneur. What actually works, what doesn’t, and how structure, exercise, and systems make it possible to stay productive. If you’re building in 3D printing—this episode connects the tech, the business, and the reality behind it. 00:00 Home Metal 3D Printer News 01:00 Teleport Overview & POD Scaling 02:00 3D Printing Industry Growth Data 04:40 Consumer vs Industrial Market Shift 05:10 Military Demand Driving 3D Printing 09:30 Desktop Metal SLM Machine Breakdown 13:00 Tangled, OilStick, Company Updates 14:20 Teleport Photo Prototype Feature 18:10 List Products to Etsy Directly 20:40 Slant Box & Scaling Production 21:30 ADHD as an Entrepreneur 24:50 Exercise, Diet, Focus Systems 33:00 Why Calendar > To-Do Lists 36:20 Structuring ADHD for Productivity 44:30 ADHD is a Tool, Not an Excuse #3dprinting #additivemanufacturing #printondemand #podbusiness #teleport3d #metal3dprinting #entrepreneurship #adhd #3dprintingbusiness #manufacturing

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We Build a Parts Platform for Robot Companies | Print Farms Are Dead | Slant 3D Podcast Ep 151

Print farms are scaling fast—but are they already obsolete?At RAPID TCT, we’re seeing “print farm in a box” systems everywhere, from Mosaic and Photocentric to new machines like HP’s MJF 1200. The industry is clearly pushing toward automation and scale—but that doesn’t mean running printers is the right model anymore.In this episode, we break down why the future isn’t owning machines—it’s getting parts. We also introduce a new parts platform approach designed for real companies, including robotics teams that need consistent, scalable production without the overhead of managing printers.00:00 Print farms vs real manufacturing03:02 RAPID TCT + print farm trends04:39 HP MJF 1200 + scaling shift07:30 Beehive contract + production at scale11:22 Injection molding vs 3D printing13:24 Tools: BumpMesh, Snapmaker, workflows14:14 Tangled + Oilstick updates16:35 Teleport Etsy integration20:33 Print farms vs parts platforms23:13 Assembly + inventory challenges26:56 SlantBox system explained33:20 Why print farms are dying39:10 Cloud / AI manufacturing future🔗 OTHER IMPORTANT LINKS 🔗Connect to a 1000 Machine 3D Print Service to your Business: https://www.slantpod.com/Need a Modeling Software (Use Code: Slant3d): https://www.shapr3d.com/download?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=slant3d_affiliateAbout Slant 3DHigh-Volume 3D Printing: Scalability Meets FlexibilitySlant 3D's Large-Scale 3D Print Farms utilize 1000's of FDM 3D printers working 24/7 to offer limitless scalability and unparalleled flexibility. Whether it's 1 or 100,000 parts, our system can handle it reliably, while still allowing for real-time design updates, ensuring products evolve with the times. This adaptability is key in today's fast-paced world.⚙️ Digital Warehouses: Parts On-DemandThink of print farms as a "Digital Warehouse", meaning we can store your parts digitally on a server rather than physically on a shelf. parts are available on-demand, reducing the need for extensive physical inventory.🌿 Sustainable Manufacturing: Eco-Friendly EfficiencyEmbrace a system that drastically reduces carbon emissions by eliminating carbon-intensive steps in the supply chain, such as global shipping and warehousing. Our approach minimizes this footprint, offering a more sustainable manufacturing option.#3dprinting #3dprintingbusiness #printfarm #manufacturing #productdesign #additivemanufacturing #startup #entrepreneur #teleport3d #productmarketfit #engineering #startup

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NanoDimension Becomes Markforged? | Industry Shakeup | Ep 150

In this episode of the Slant 3D Podcast, we break down the Nano Dimension shakeup and what it means for the future of industrial 3D printing. We also talk about growing regulation around 3D printing, why the industry struggles with politics, and what actually needs to happen moving forward.We cover updates on Tangled filament and OilStick, plus a new upcoming product aimed at solving major print farm pain points.Finally, we dive into product-market fit—what it really means, how to recognize it, and why most businesses never actually hit it.00:00 Intro00:50 Teleport sponsor01:50 Nano Dimension shakeup05:00 Industry impact & future09:00 3D printing regulation12:30 What the industry should do20:00 Tangled & OilStick updates21:30 New product teaser23:20 Product-market fit explained27:00 Real examples & growth34:00 Final thoughts🔗 OTHER IMPORTANT LINKS 🔗Connect to a 1000 Machine 3D Print Service to your Business: https://www.slantpod.com/Need a Modeling Software (Use Code: Slant3d): https://www.shapr3d.com/download?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=slant3d_affiliate

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X1 Is Dead | AI 3D Models Are Rising | Patents Don’t Matter | Slant 3D Podcast Ep 149

The X1 lineup is officially entering end-of-life — and it highlights a bigger problem with consumer machines in real production environments.At the same time, AI 3D model generation is getting real funding, real traction, and real risks around IP.And then there’s the uncomfortable truth most creators ignore: patents don’t protect you — sales do.In this episode, we break down what’s actually happening in the industry right now, what matters if you’re building products, and where people are wasting time.If you’re designing, selling, or scaling 3D printed products — this is the stuff that actually matters.00:00 X1 End of Life (What It Really Means)02:30 Why Consumer Printers Fail in Farms05:30 AI 3D Model Startups & Funding07:30 The IP Problem in AI09:50 Tangled & OilStick Updates13:30 Scaling Filament & Distribution17:00 Teleport Growth & Listings Strategy23:10 Patents vs Reality26:30 Why Sales Beat Everything30:00 Retail vs Online Reality34:00 What Actually Wins in Business🔗 OTHER IMPORTANT LINKS 🔗Connect to a 1000 Machine 3D Print Service to your Business: https://www.slantpod.com/Need a Modeling Software (Use Code: Slant3d): https://www.shapr3d.com/download?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=slant3d_affiliateAbout Slant 3DHigh-Volume 3D Printing: Scalability Meets FlexibilitySlant 3D's Large-Scale 3D Print Farms utilize 1000's of FDM 3D printers working 24/7 to offer limitless scalability and unparalleled flexibility. Whether it's 1 or 100,000 parts, our system can handle it reliably, while still allowing for real-time design updates, ensuring products evolve with the times. This adaptability is key in today's fast-paced world.⚙️ Digital Warehouses: Parts On-DemandThink of print farms as a "Digital Warehouse", meaning we can store your parts digitally on a server rather than physically on a shelf. parts are available on-demand, reducing the need for extensive physical inventory.🌿 Sustainable Manufacturing: Eco-Friendly EfficiencyEmbrace a system that drastically reduces carbon emissions by eliminating carbon-intensive steps in the supply chain, such as global shipping and warehousing. Our approach minimizes this footprint, offering a more sustainable manufacturing option.#3dprinting #3dprintingbusiness #printfarm #manufacturing #productdesign #ai3d #additivemanufacturing #startup #entrepreneur #teleport3d

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OilStick 3D Printer Lube | $13 PCTG Progress Tangled Tuff | Slant 3D Podcast Ep 148

Get Your Oil Stick:https://tinyurl.com/5ftna32s Get 1000 3D Printers Connected to your Business https://tinyurl.com/bdhmvcax 3D printer maintenance is broken—and OilStick fixes it.In this episode, we break down the launch of OilStick, a no-drip brush applicator designed for clean, precise lubrication on rails, bearings, and lead screws. No mess, no buildup, and no more avoiding maintenance.We also cover Tangled Tuff PCTG progress, why pricing and supply are shifting, and what’s happening behind the scenes with material distribution.On the tech side, Teleport just made a massive jump—from 800ms to 4ms processing—and we explain why those optimizations matter at scale.Finally, we dig into a core principle behind successful operators: bias for action. Why moving faster beats waiting, and how execution separates those who win from those who stall.Check out OilStick and Tangled Filament, and explore Teleport if you want to scale production without running a print farm.

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$110 Billion 3D Printing Market? | 2kg Spools | Slant 3D Podcast 147

In this episode, we break down the growth of additive manufacturing and why it could reach a $110B market. We also dive into Autodesk’s new AI-powered 3D model generation tools, how AI + e-commerce could reshape product development, and why physical products still hold the real value.On the company side, we cover major updates from Tangled including a breakthrough in automated filament production and what it means for cost, scalability, and the future of US manufacturing. We also discuss Teleport updates, mobile improvements, and key data on what actually drives success in print-on-demand.Finally, we end with a discussion on hiring, how to do it right, avoid costly mistakes, and build a team that actually works.

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Terrible US Manufacturing Stories! (Also Labubu is Suing Bambu) | Slant 3D Podcast 145

In this episode we’re telling some real stories about the weird, frustrating, and sometimes downright stupid things that happen inside manufacturing.From suppliers refusing orders, to companies still asking for faxed checks, to defense contractors using software that feels like it came from the 90s — we break down the kinds of problems that slow down production and make building products harder than it should be.We also talk about the lawsuit where Pop Mart is going after Bambu Lab over Labubu copycats, and what that might mean for the future of consumer 3D printing.If you’ve ever tried to build something, source materials, or deal with suppliers… you’ll probably recognize a few of these stories.

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5,000 Machine Print Farms Are Real! Distributed Manufacturing Is Scaling Fast | Slant 3D Podcast 144

5,000 machine 3D print farms are operational — and large-scale additive manufacturing is accelerating fast. In this episode of the Slant 3D Podcast, we break down the rise of ultra-scale 3D printing facilities, the economics behind multi-thousand machine print farms, and what distributed manufacturing means for product designers, engineers, and e-commerce brands. We cover industrial 3D printing vs injection molding, scalable print farm automation, filament production, and how software infrastructure enables on-demand manufacturing at scale. If you're building physical products or exploring production 3D printing, this episode explains where large-scale additive manufacturing is headed next.

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