What is the most sustainable 3D printing material? As a brand of 3D printer filament, this is a question received on a regular basis. This article seeks to explore the different factors influencing sustainability - from recycled content and recyclability, through...
UK Filament Brand, Filamentive, has announced that its PLA filament line now contains 87% recycled material as per 2021 production volumes - an increase of more than 50% versus the 2020 production average of 55%. Sustainability is central to Filamentive’s business...
3D printer filament brand, Filamentive, becomes the first UK provider to offer a dedicated discount for students, lecturers and academic staff. With a focus on reducing the environmental impact of 3D printing, UK filament provider, Filamentive, has announced the...
With the continued growth of large format printers and also the increasing usage of 3D printing as a serial production tool, big filament spools are becoming more and more popular. Filamentive offers XL filament spools in 2.3 kg, 4.5 and even 8.5 kg. These big...
This article explores the concept of Ecobricks and the role such reusable building blocks can play as part of the solution to recycle 3D printing waste. As a 3D printer filament brand, Filamentive frequently receives emails, calls and messages from 3D printing...
World-leading hotel group, Jumeirah, is raising awareness for Turtle Conservation with a unique range of 3D printed turtle structures, being installed throughout Dubai. Since its inception in 2004, the Dubai Turtle Rehabilitation Project has rescued and recovered...
The problem of 3D printing waste is a growing concern in additive manufacturing. In a 2019 survey, users were asked about their thoughts on (rising) plastic use in 3D printing, and whether they perceived it to be a problem. Two-thirds of those surveyed said yes,...
With 3D printing increasingly used for end-use applications, there is growing demand for 3D printing materials that can withstand external environments, such as weathering and direct sunlight. As a provider of 3D printing filament, this article seeks to explore...
With 3D printing increasingly used in industry for the production of end-use parts, “which filaments are heat resistant?” is a frequently asked question at Filamentive HQ. This article therefore seeks to answer those very questions - specifically, defining what...
As a 3D printing filament UK supplier, we currently offer six PLA filaments - as of August 2021: PLA, PLA Tough, Engineering PLA (ePLA), PLA Matte, PLA Cosmic, Wood PLA. Due to the wide range of PLA materials, “which PLA filament is for me?” is a frequently asked...
Bradford, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom – 25 August 2021 – UK 3D printing filament brand, Filamentive, has today announced the launch of PLA Tough - an industrial-grade material offering the impact strength of ABS, whilst retaining the sustainability and...
Filamentive is premium filament UK brand, using sustainable materials where possible, without compromising quality - guaranteed. Filamentive is the 3D printer filament of choice for thousands of UK businesses - ranging from industries such as aerospace,...
