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Shoutout to those helping out!! Trooper Zink, a Vermont State Police trooper is using a 3D printer to make face shields for for staff at the Bennington Health and Rehab center. Staples even donated the clear plastic sheets. Recently Trooper Zink of the Rutland Barracks was made aware that medical staff at the Bennington Health and Rehab center were unable to obtain personal protective equipment (PPE) to help protect themselves. Trooper Zink, who in his free time enjoys 3D printing, made 60 face shields with the help of one of his friends. Staples even donated the clear plastic sheets used...

Out of 3D printing ideas? Here are 50 Cool and Useful 3D printing projects while you STAY IN AND STAY SAFE!! Check out the ALL3DP April 2020 list of cool things to 3D print at https://bit.ly/348EdwF Also, if you are in need of 3D printing materials and accessories, Profound 3D is OPEN and SHIPPING. Order online today at https://profound3d.com/

COVID-19 - What can I do? Another in a series of informational posts. "Listen, kid, we're all in it together." Harry Tuttle-Heating Engineer [Robert De Niro in Terry Gilliam's "Brazil"] <<< DISCLAIMER >>> None of the models have been approved by any regulatory agency. Use it at your own risk. If you are going to provide any printed models to any 3rd party, please always check with such party and the local government agency for approval.<<< DISCLAIMER >>> The Raise3D team received an urgent request from nearby hospitals for Mask Wearing Connectors. These are printed from flexible TPU and designed...

Thanks to our friend Jon DeGaetano, we learned about the 3D printable Montana Masks. The mask is a high efficiency filtration mask that can be fitted to the provider’s face and sanitized between uses. If you would like to help your local healthcare providers by providing masks, visit makethemasks.com for files and more information.

3D printing is showing itself to be very useful to medical personnel fighting the virus. Recently, Raise3D received an urgent request from nearby hospitals for Mask Wearing Connectors. These are printed from flexible TPU and designed to reduce pressure on the ears which allows medical personnel to keep their masks on for longer while limiting adjustments and face touching. If you feel that you can be of help to your local healthcare workers, you can download the files at https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4244874 STAY HEALTHY!!