adia news

Our Commitment to True Adoption of 3D Printing

Our Commitment to True Adoption

At Adia, we’ve made a commitment to assisting companies in the true adoption of 3D printing technology. True adoption, to us, means effective use, visible results, and getting the most out of each 3D printing machine. We assist our customers during every phase of their 3D journey in order to assist their full adoption. Below […]

Learn More About the Figure 4

Figure 4

If you are looking to adopt 3D printing technology but are unsure where to begin, you are in the right place. Follow along as we introduce you to the Figure 4 machine. This is a great machine for beginners, consistent users, and everyone in between. It allows users to gain a better understanding of the […]

When Should I adopt 3D Printing Technology?

When to Implement 3D Printing

Although there are many applications to pursue within 3D printing, many companies are hesitant to implement the technology. This may be due to their lack of knowledge of how to and when to apply it to their business. We’ve outlined a few key questions to consider that will kickstart the beginning of your 3D journey. […]

3D Printing Explained

3D Printing Explained

3D printing (a.k.a. additive manufacturing) is the process of stacking thin layers of material to build a complex object or structure. Engineers create a CAD (computer-aided design) file which is later used to produce the build. The printer uses the CAD file to virtually divide the object into thin layers. This file acts as a […]

Adia Partners with UConn to Create Face Masks

In the early weeks of the COVID-19 pandemic, Adia partnered with Shawn London, MD, FACEP, Program Director at the University of Connecticut Integrated Residency in Emergency Medicine in the effort to create hundreds of 3D printed face masks. These masks helped to ensure that healthcare workers on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic had […]

Adia Prints 35,000 Mask Hooks for Local Hospitals

Adia has recently partnered with scientist and designer James Weaver to provide 35,000 face mask hooks to keep healthcare workers safe while reducing the discomfort of ear loops on typical masks. The mask hooks, which have also been referred to as ear savers, were sent to Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Winchester Hospital, affiliated […]

Watch Purps The Penguin Get A Sweet New Boot

ROCK HILL, South Carolina – 3D Systems  announced today that its end-to-end digital design and manufacturing solutions led to the enhanced mobility of a disabled African penguin at Mystic Aquarium in Mystic, CT. In a collaborative endeavor led by the aquarium’s veterinary staff, students at Mystic Middle School worked with technical experts from Adia (formerly […]