3D Systems and Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A. Join Forces to Accelerate 3D Printing Adoption
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Significant Channel Expansion Through Nationwide Network of Experienced Dealers and Authorized Resellers
With this alliance, Konica Minolta will enter the rapidly emerging 3D printing market to provide its customers access to additive manufacturing solutions, complementing and expanding its product and services portfolio distributed through its network of dealers in the U.S., as well as its direct distribution. Konica Minolta plans to focus on high-growth industries such as manufacturing/industrial, healthcare and education applications.
"Our goal is to arm our nationwide, exceptional sales organization with the cutting-edge products and services they need to grow their businesses and gain a competitive edge," said Kevin Kern, Senior Vice President, Marketing, Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. "By teaming up with 3DS, the recognized industry leader, and offering the most comprehensive suite of 3D printers materials and services, we're able to do just that."
Some of the first products that Konica Minolta will resell from 3D Systems include:
ProJet(R) 3500 Series Professional 3D Printer - Ideal for engineering, manufacturing and mechanical environments, the ProJet 3500 Series prints high-quality, durable plastic parts with accurate and high-resolution. This printer series is ideal for rapid manufacturing, functional testing, design communication, rapid tooling and more.
ProJet(R) 660 Professional 3D Printer - The ProJet 660 targets consumer products, healthcare, education and other vertical market customers that are interested in printing full-color, photo-realistic models for product design, prototypes, assemblies and color concept models. |
