Rapid 3D

Rapid 3D Professional & Industrial 3D Printing Equipment Supplier and Consultants. Carefully sorting the hype from the real-world. Join us as we embrace the future.

Professional, Production & Industrial 3D Printing technology supplier and consultants. 3D Printing & Scanning Bureau services. Official agents for EOS eManufacturing, EnvisionTEC, Markforged, 3D Platform, MCor and Zortrax in South Africa and sub-Saharan Africa. Having lived with the real and unfulfilled promised of 3D printing these last 12+ years, we are constantly looking to the developments in

3D printing. It’s from this basis that we engage our clients in paid consultation,, helping them see and understand the developments over the horizon. Developments that will force them to reconsider their existing business models or join the dinosaurs as they face irrelevance and ultimately, extinction. Industry 4.0, a term that encompasses a range of technologies, is real. A revolution is taking place right under our noses. A revolution that will disrupt strong, established businesses if they do not embrace those technologies and gain an understanding of how to deploy those technologies in their industries.

3D printing is one of those technologies. Our future.

Winning races with 3D printing – EOS & Pankl Sucess Story What do DMLS and motorsports have in common? High performance ...
19/06/2026

Winning races with 3D printing – EOS & Pankl Sucess Story

What do DMLS and motorsports have in common? High performance and high speed!!!

This video shows the entire value chain – from design to final product – for the production of metal parts such as the customized footrest for professional racers in Motocross World Cup racing. This footrest must withstand quite high impact forces upon landing after a jump.

EOS have been working together with Pankl Racing Systems in Austria. Their AM Competence Center is filled with EOS DMLS (Direct Metal Laser Sintering) machines – EOS M 290s, EOS M 400 and EOS M 400-4…

The Artec Point scanner makes high-precision metrology simple. With its intuitive interface and robust tracking, anyone ...
19/06/2026

The Artec Point scanner makes high-precision metrology simple. With its intuitive interface and robust tracking, anyone can capture repeatable results—no settings adjustment necessary. This isn’t just about accuracy; it’s about making precision accessible to all. Ready to explore the future of 3D scanning?

Click to learn more about the Artec Point.
https://l.rapid3d.co.za/PULx

Discover the Artec Point, a breakthrough in metrology 3D scanning. With certified precision up to 0.02 mm, multiple scanning modes, and versatile applications, it’s transforming quality control and reverse engineering across industries. Learn how this user-friendly tool can enhance your workflow.

The Digital Value Chain — Today, additive manufacturing (AM) has removed manufacturability constraints, changing the way...
18/06/2026

The Digital Value Chain — Today, additive manufacturing (AM) has removed manufacturability constraints, changing the way manufacturers think about product lifecycle and ultimately bringing these better, more effective parts to market.

In this webinar, learn about automating 3D printing in a modern Additive Manufacturing facility.

Today, additive manufacturing (AM) has removed manufacturability constraints, changing the way manufacturers think about product lifecycle and ultimately bringing these better, more effective parts to market.

Dubai Electricity & Water Authority - DEWA Dubai Electricity & Water Authority - DEWA saved approximately $138,000 in 20...
18/06/2026

Dubai Electricity & Water Authority - DEWA Dubai Electricity & Water Authority - DEWA saved approximately $138,000 in 2021 and 2022 building over 1,800 spare parts for the generation, transmission, and distribution divisions at the 3D printing lab at its R&D Center using Additive Manufacturing. A huge milestone in the adoption and implementation of 3d printing technologies for the region!

Today, is using the Markforged Mark Two, X7, and Metal X to "enhance the quality of life in Dubai" and plan to be a "global hub for the development of 3D printing technologies,” said Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority.

Learn more:
Markforged Mark Two - https://l.rapid3d.co.za/F-CB
Markforged X7 - https://l.rapid3d.co.za/F-C8
Markforged Metal X - https://l.rapid3d.co.za/F-C9

Speak to us: https://l.rapid3d.co.za/F-CA

Colour your SLS 3D printed parts using our DyeMansion workflow.Take a look at how beautiful WeAreDyeMansion colour match...
18/06/2026

Colour your SLS 3D printed parts using our DyeMansion workflow.

Take a look at how beautiful WeAreDyeMansion colour matching can be as they match Pantone Colour of the Year 2021 with the Netflix series The Queen's Gambit.

Watch the video here: https://l.rapid3d.co.za/3DF9

Monday blues? Kick start your week with Simulation from Markforged.“We can now test it with Simulation, iterate and keep...
17/06/2026

Monday blues? Kick start your week with Simulation from Markforged.

“We can now test it with Simulation, iterate and keep iterating until we get a design we're happy with. We don't have to print ten different parts. We can do it all in Simulation." — Brian Tocci, Director of Operations, Larsen Motorsports

→ Simulation instills confidence that your 3D printed parts will have the strength required for industrial applications.
→ Simulation allows you to deliver trusted parts faster by reducing design-print-test iteration cycles.
→ Simulation reduces the cost of 3D printed parts by optimizing the amounts of material and continuous fiber reinforcement needed.

Learn more ... https://l.rapid3d.co.za/CP9V

Try Simulation for free ... https://l.rapid3d.co.za/CP9Z

Geomagic Design X 2022 Update
17/06/2026

Geomagic Design X 2022 Update

New features in Geomagic Design X 2022 release provide you with new and efficient workflows for reverse engineering complex designs. Improve your modeling speed across common and challenging parts.

Advancing 3D Printing: Practical Techniques for Real-World Challenges.Explore practical techniques that tackle real-worl...
16/06/2026

Advancing 3D Printing: Practical Techniques for Real-World Challenges.
Explore practical techniques that tackle real-world 3D printing challenges in our upcoming webinar. Led by DyeMansion and Henkel, we'll cover:

✧ Enhancing part properties with innovative finishing systems
✧ Applying vibrant colors and achieving smooth surfaces
✧ Bonding high-performance materials with efficiency

Attendees will learn how to apply these methods to their projects, leading to cost reductions and improved manufacturing outcomes. Elevate your 3D printing practice with actionable insights.

https://l.rapid3d.co.za/LK7C

Akhani 3D have a Dyemansion Print-to-Product workflow service available for automated part cleaning, finishing and colouring. Talk to Akhani 3D to add post processing to your workflow.

https://l.rapid3d.co.za/LHZa



Print Your Warehouse — Additive Manufacturing in the Aftermarket.From Physical Parts to Digital Products and Services. T...
16/06/2026

Print Your Warehouse — Additive Manufacturing in the Aftermarket.

From Physical Parts to Digital Products and Services. The digitalization of production can not be stopped. In the near future 10% of all spare parts will be printed and supply chains change. So get ready for the challenges of tomorrow´s aftermarket!

This webinar will tell you major aftermarket trends and provide a comprehensive understanding of the benefits of industrial 3D printing for this segment. Our experts will propose to you the most important entry strategies to exploit the full potential of additive manufacturing technology.

Register now to learn more about the significant impact on TCO and how to overcome challenges and pain points in current aftermarket supply chains to future-prove your business.

https://l.rapid3d.co.za/43Ob

Accelerating Junction Box Development: WAGO’s AM Success & the South African Advantage
16/06/2026

Accelerating Junction Box Development: WAGO’s AM Success & the South African Advantage

Struggling with slow, costly overseas prototyping? South African manufacturers are unlocking agile local manufacturing to accelerate product development, secure intellectual property and boost competitiveness. Discover how additive manufacturing offers a smarter solution.

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