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ARTICLE
3D printing technology
10 January 2014
RS Components (RS), distributor of electronics and maintenance products, has signed a distribution agreement with RepRapPro that will deliver affordable, open-source, self-replicating 3D printing technology to engineers worldwide. The completion of the deal coincides with the launch of the RepRapPro Ormerod low cost 3D printer.

When used in conjunction with the free DesignSpark Mechanical 3D modelling software co-developed by RS and SpaceClaim, the Ormerod 3D printing kit will enable design engineers to develop sophisticated concepts and products quickly and inexpensively.
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