City’s innovative 3D step

Tauranga has taken another innovative step in the future of 3D technology, with the opening of New Zealand's first 3D printing store in Greerton this week.

3Design opened its doors to the public on Monday – making it the first store to only stock, sell and service 3D printers in-house nationwide.


3Design salesperson Harley Wise with some examples of their work. Photo: Tracy Hardy.

While some 3D printers are available for purchase from other stores, managing director Robert Reid says their store offers many points of difference.

The fact they only sell 3D printers means they are experts in the field and can offer customers the best service and advice, he says.

'Not only do we offer 3D printers and servicing, we also offer prototyping, drafting, consultation and offshore product sourcing and manufacturing.”

3Design's showroom provides customers with everything they need to know about the revolutionary technology, how it works, and what it can do.

Robert says 3D printers are excellent tools for education purposes.

'They are a cheap and affordable way to spark the imagination of students, giving them hands-on experience in design.

'With our machines, students are able to design and create three dimensional models in the classroom, giving them the chance to see how their creation is made before their very eyes.”

They are also an excellent tool for businesses, and are making waves in the architectural industry.

'The architecture field has also started to apply this technology to create architectural design prototypes. Archaeologists use it to replicate historical site/objects for research purposes.”

Robert wants to provide these services to local and offshore architects looking to better their services for their clients.

He encourages local businesses to grab hold of the technology before others, and give themselves an edge over the competition.

Robert says their team is excited to be at the forefront of a rapidly growing technology.

'3Design foresees that 3D printing has great potential.”

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