The second annual State of 3D Printing 2016 has been officially released by Sculpteo, with an emphasis on the evolution between 2015 and 2016, showing that those involved in using the technology plan to spend 77% more next year, as compared with 68% last year. SLS 3D printers dominate, as does the use of plastic for materials. Speed, efficiency, and democratization are very important to users. Sculpteo also studied power users, finding that they tend to have higher levels of expertise, are professionals, seek the competitive advantage—and are hiring! Read more at 3DPrint.com: https://3dprint.com/137519/state-of-3d-printing-2016/ ‎