To help expand their hardware capabilities, social media titan Facebook has acquired Nascent Objects, the product development startup that uses 3D printing, circuitry, and modular electronics to create products quickly and efficiently. International TechneGroup Incorportated (ITI) introduced CADfix 11, the latest version of their software for CAD model translation, repair, and simplification. The 3D printing company Leapfrog has unveiled the Bolt, their latest 3D printer, which is equipped with independent extruders, a built-in camera, and more. Australia-based 3D Printing Systems has introduced an educational initiative for the Bunker, a smart filament cartridge system that they recently launched on Kickstarter. Known for their aluminum-strength, carbon fiber-reinforced 3D printer components, 3D printing company Markforged has announced tremendous financial growth during the first half of 2016. CRP Technology has launched WINDFORM FX BLACK, a new polyamide-based composite material with exceptional mechanical properties. Lastly, Italian 3D printing company Roboze has partnered with GoPrint3D, which will focus on distributing the Roboze One and Roboze One+400 professional-grade 3D printers. Read more at 3DPrint.com: https://3dprint.com/150377/swm-9-24-16/