Driven by customer demand for larger parts and increasing batch sizes, we are investing in an EOS P700, the world's largest laser sintering machine.

With a build volume of 700 x 380 x 580mm, the vast majority of parts can be built in a single piece. The build speed of the twin laser system will have a beneficial impact on delivery times and allow even the largest jobs currently considered to be shipped within 7 days.

Read the press release here.

We can supply you with SLS prototypes in a range of vibrant colours, including black, red, green, blue, yellow, orange and purple.

Read the full press release here.

3T will be closing at noon on Christmas Eve and re-opening for business on 2nd January 2003, although the machines will continue to run throughout.

Data & Purchase Orders received by Friday 20th December will be processed during the shut-down period and despatched early in the New Year.

If you have a project running during this time, please contact us to discuss your requirements and allow us to provide quotations in advance of the Christmas shut-down period.

We have reformatted all the video clips on our website as some people have experienced problems viewing them in the past.

They are now available in 3 formats, so take a look by clicking here and learn more about the Laser Sintering and Laser Machining processes.

Earlier this year we undertook a survey to find out what our customers thought of our delivery service. All completed questionnaires were entered into a prize draw for a Digital Camera.

Whilst the general feedback we received was extremely positive, in our continued effort to maintain and improve our standard of service, modifications to our systems and procedures have been implemented where necessary.

We are also endeavouring to extend our range of technologies, materials and capabilities, to meet our customers' requirements.

These seminars provide an evolving update on Concept Modelling, Rapid Prototyping and SLS, selective laser sintering.

They are free of charge, and future dates are:

• Tuesday 15th February 2003
• Thursday 17th April 2003
• Wednesday 18th June 2003

Find out more and reserve your place online.

Seasons Greetings for a Merry Christmas, a Happy New Year, and we look forward to working with you in 2003.

The Latest News page on our website is regularly updated with all our news, so keep an eye on it to stay abreast of developments within 3T and the RPD industry.