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UltiMaker is launching the new MakerBot Sketch Sprint3D printing solution. Designed for educational environments, Sketch Sprint sets a new standard for speed, safety, and accessibility, elevating the way educators and students learn and collaborate in the classroom.
The MakerBot Sketch Sprint 3D printer offers print speeds of up to five times faster than standard desktop 3D printers, Ultimaker reports. Students can participate in more hands-on class projects. Sketch Sprint's heated build plate, mesh leveling and vibration compensation enable the printer to deliver detailed and precise prints. The compact design and printing process make it ideal for 3D printing across multiple subjects and grade levels.
"Investing in education is not just about enhancing the classroom experience; it is about equipping students with the right skills needed to succeed beyond school," says Michiel Alting von Geusau, CEO at UltiMaker. "Sketch Sprint offers safe and reliable 3D printing that we believe will help prepare students to thrive in a rapidly evolving job market."
Sketch Sprint is available on UltiMaker Digital Factory, a turnkey 3D print management solution. Digital Factory enables teachers to connect and manage multiple printers, queue print jobs and facilitate student submissions from any device. Also available now is the new Cura Cloud feature on Digital Factory. Cura Cloud takes slicing capabilities from the UltiMaker Cura desktop application and makes them accessible via Digital Factory.
Cura Cloud includes optimized print settings for Sketch Sprint and key features to ensure high levels of print success and print quality. All printers under the Sketch series, including Sketch Sprint, are also now compatible with Cura desktop in the latest 5.9 version, which offers advanced slicing functionality.
Safety is part of the design of Sketch Sprint. The printer underwent rigorous testing and is certified by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). Sketch Sprint has been independently verified to meet the safety levels of the UL 2904 standards for particle and chemical emissions from 3D printers.
Sketch Sprint has an structure, an integrated and active HEPA + carbon filtration system, and safety precautions, including a digital PIN to prevent unauthorized access. With classroom-friendly PLA and Tough PLA filaments, the printer promotes a safe environment for students. Sketch Sprint also comes with training resources to assist educators in implementing safe 3D printing practices.
Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company’s website.
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