16/08/2026
Dear followers!
Today, I won't post any new photos of newly 3D-printed objects. This post won't be an advertisement post. Moreover, it will be more like an anti-advertisement post. 🙂
3D printing is a great solution when you need to:
1. Create unique or customized products.
2. Rapidly prototype a product.
3. Manufacture a small batch or smoothly transition from prototyping to mass production.
3D4U Serbia can assist you in these cases.
But based on 3D4U Serbia's and my own experience in the additive manufacturing industry, I'd like to highlight instances where 3D printing services may not be the most feasible or cost-effective option.
Case 1. 3D printing vs. purchase in the local store
If you need typical items that can be purchased at the nearest store, 3D printing is definitely not the right choice. If a polymer part is manufactured in China in millions of units per month using traditional techniques like plastic casting or vacuum forming, it will be cheaper than a 3D-printed part.
Case 2. 3D printing vs. online store
If you can order some part online and you have time to wait for a delivery in many cases purchasing online could be cheaper option than 3D printing.
Case 3. Not a polimer part needed
In some cases, a client may need a metal part rather than a polymer one. 3D4U Serbia does not currently have metal 3D printers.
Bonus case. Dental 3D printing
3D4U Serbia can print parts with SLA technology in rare cases, which results in a smoother surface. However, we do not currently operate in the dental 3D printing market segment. I am aware that there are several professional dental technicians in Tbilisi who work in the dental 3D printing industry.