Draft:Flashforge
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{{Short description|3D printing company}}
{{Infobox company
| name = Zhejiang Flashforge 3D Technology Co. Ltd
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| industry = 3D printing
| founded = 2011
| hq_location_city = Zhejiang
| hq_location_country = China
| website = {{URL|https://flashforge.com}}
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Zhejiang Flashforge 3D Technology Co. Ltd is a Chinese manufacturer of 3D printing equipment, materials, and software, established in 2011. The company is headquartered in Zhejiang, China, and provides a range of 3D printing solutions catering to industrial, commercial, and consumer markets.
History
In 2011, the company founded Flashforge, focusing on the development of accessible 3D printing technology. Early on, the company gained recognition for its Creator series, which introduced affordable dual-extrusion 3D printers to the market.
Over the years, Flashforge expanded its product offerings to include entry-level models, professional-grade machines, and resin 3D printers. The company also developed proprietary software to improve usability and increase the integration between hardware and software.
Products
Flashforge designs and manufactures a variety of 3D printers, filaments, and accessories.{{Cite web |date=2024-04-05 |title=Flashforge's 5M Series Is Quietly Getting Better, and We're Here for It |url=https://all3dp.com/4/flashforges-5m-series-has-been-getting-more-enticing/ |access-date=2024-12-20 |website=All3DP |language=en}}
= 3D Printers =
= Materials =
- Filaments: The company produces PLA, ABS, PETG, and specialty filaments such as wood and metal composites.{{Cite web |date=2024-11-07 |title=Flashforge To Launch AD5X 'All-in-One' 3D Printer With Built-In Filament Changer |url=https://all3dp.com/4/flashforge-to-launch-ad5x-all-in-one-3d-printer-with-built-in-filament-changer/ |access-date=2024-12-20 |website=All3DP |language=en}}
- Resins: Flashforge offers a variety of resins tailored for different applications.
= Software =
Flashforge develops FlashPrint, its proprietary slicing software, designed for seamless integration with their 3D printers. The software supports users with different levels of experience, providing both beginner-friendly and advanced features. However, users are complaining on the quality of the software.{{cite web | url=https://www.reddit.com/r/FlashForge/comments/11n9jca/the_biggest_issue_with_flashforge_is_the_software/ | title=The biggest issue with Flashforge... Is the Software - what do you think? | date=10 March 2023 }}
Operations
Flashforge operates its own production facilities and a dedicated research and development center to ensure quality control and continuous innovation. The company collaborates with educational institutions, businesses, and other organizations to promote the adoption of 3D printing technology. {{Citation needed|date=December 2024}}
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External links
- [https://flashforge.com Flashforge Official Website]
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