ROCK HILL, South Carolina -September 24, 2012 - 3D Systems Corporation
(NYSE:DDD) announced today it has entered into a major
multi-year agreement with the Smithsonian Institution to
provide 3D printing services and technology. The agreement
supports a Smithsonian-wide effort to strengthen
collections stewardship and ensure the accessibility of its
vast and diverse collections through exploring the
possibilities of 3D representations.
"We are honored and excited to be part of this visionary
Smithsonian initiative, to increase the visibility and
accessibility of our national treasures for all," said Abe
Reichental, President and CEO of 3D Systems. "The
Smithsonian has shown both foresight and technological
leadership in embracing the potential of 3D printing to
preserve and showcase today's and tomorrow's collections,
making them readily available to a global audience while
demonstrating the power of 3D content-to-print in a
compelling and meaningful way."
3D Systems founded additive manufacturing over 25 years ago
with the invention of Stereolithography. Today the
company leads the global adoption of 3D printing through
continued innovation and democratization. This
agreement with the Smithsonian underscores the company's
commitment to place its technology, services and solutions
in the hands of organizations focused on enhancing
knowledge and enabling access to the power of 3D printing.
About 3D Systems Corporation
3D Systems is a leading provider of 3D content-to-print
solutions including 3D printers, print materials and
on-demand custom parts services for professionals and
consumers alike. The company also provides CAD software and
plugins, and affordable consumer create-and-make printers,
apps and services. Its expertly integrated solutions
replace and complement traditional methods and reduce the
time and cost of designing new products by printing real
parts directly from digital input. These solutions
are used to rapidly design, create, communicate, prototype
or produce real parts, empowering customers to create and
make with confidence.
More information on the company is available at www.3DSystems.com.
About the Smithsonian Institution
Founded in 1846, the Smithsonian is the world's largest
museum and research complex, consisting of 19 museums and
galleries, the National Zoological Park and nine research
facilities.
For more information, go to www.si.edu.
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