Infographic: Industry In 3D

3D printing is one of the hottest developments to reach designers and manufacturers for some time. Take a look at what stakeholders are saying about this burgeoning industry.

Sep 22nd, 2015

This infographic originally appeared in the September print issue of IMPO Magazine. To view the digital version, click here. 

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