April was Earth Month — and the Internet was abuzz with green business success stories. In general, companies across all industries are making changes to be greener — from Ikea designers making products from recycled furniture to new paperless note taking options. 3D printing is one industry that has been gaining ground. While there are many environmental benefits to using 3d printers, the actual products 3D printers produce are typically made from plastic or resin,…
This eco-friendly printer turns ordinary paper into 3D masterpieces
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