3D printing is a technology where a three-dimensional model is built by extruding, depositing and accumulating successive layers of melted thermoplastic material. Toys, mobile phone case, sculptures, decorative objects or even shoes are domestic objects which can be made this way. In industrial applications prototypes, car parts, tools, musical instruments, scale models and even jewellery can be created. In the health area it is now possible to create tailored prosthesis at very competitive prices.

The most commonly used materials in the 3D printers are Nylon or PLA, a biopolymer from renewable sources. The filaments, normally sold in different colours and thicknesses of 1.75 mm and 2.85 mm, are supplied on reels ready for use in the printers and, once inserted initiate the printing of the objects.

Filkemp was the first major filaments producer to enter the 3D industry and deliver added value through decades of experience in producing various types of filaments. Therefore we offer special lubrication and stretching technology at the point of production. This manufacturing process, exclusive to Filkemp, guarantees the production of the highest quality filaments, able to guarantee continuous printing for the end user with very low humidity absorption.