MANSFIELD, Massachusetts .., and Los
Angeles, California, March 21, 2014 – Bioplastics formulator Sierra Resins and 3D Printlife have
formed a partnership to introduce a 3D printer biofilament.
The type of
bioplastic formula used for initial 3D biofilament test runs is currently in
production for film applications and injection-molded products.
“Processability,
smoothness, and adherence to tolerances were good,” said John Tersigni,
President and CEO of Sierra Resins. “We’re
now going to submit this particular grade of 3D biofilament to an independent ASTM
certified biodegradability testing laboratory. We’re happy about the initial results, it’s a
good sign.”
“Also, with
3D Printlife positioned in the middle of this marketplace with their printer
and accessory line, we believe we have an ideal partner to distribute and
deliver the 3D printer biofilament. They
know the market. And according to 3ders.org, the 3D printing materials market
is forecasted to reach about $408 million by 2018. It’s an emerging market worth pursuing,” said
Tersigni.
“We are very pleased with the initial test
results of Sierra Resins’ 3D biofilament,” said Buzz Baldwin, Co-Founder of 3D
Printlife. “Our focus has always been
about giving options to the consumer and we are extremely excited about
delivering a biofilament to our customers, something that can perform like any
other high quality plastic. Some
filament plastics have been criticized for their potential negative impact to
the environment. A line of biofilaments
will make a valuable contribution to sustainable development in 3D printing and with
the expertise of Sierra Resins we feel we have the best possible partner to
bring a viable biofilament to the consumer.
Sierra Resins Inc. www.sierraresins.com
is a formulator and licensor of bioplastics technology. For more information
contact Sierra Resins media relations manager Heather Cox-Smith at 774-284-4037
heather.cox_smith@sierraresins.com, or John Tersigni at
john.tersigni@sierraresins.com
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