2-3rd December, 2026 - Athlone International Arena. Athlone. Ireland
Stand G12 | Plastics Live Ireland 2026
Meet the companies behind the technology at Plastics Live Ireland 2026.
As manufacturers look for faster ways to develop products, reduce tooling costs and improve production flexibility, industrial additive manufacturing is becoming an increasingly valuable part of modern plastics processing.
At Plastics Live Ireland 2026, 3D Technology Ltd will be demonstrating how advanced polymer 3D printing technologies can complement traditional injection moulding, accelerate prototyping and support more efficient manufacturing operations.
From high-speed resin printing and continuous fibre composites to high-temperature engineering polymers, the company provides industrial 3D printing solutions backed by specialist materials, technical expertise and ongoing support.
We caught up with the 3D Technology team to learn more about the technologies visitors can experience, the manufacturing challenges they help solve and what to expect at this year’s event.
3D Technology Ltd is an Irish provider of industrial additive manufacturing solutions, specialising in high-performance polymer 3D printers, engineering-grade materials and comprehensive technical support.
The company works with plastics manufacturers, toolmakers, design engineers and industrial businesses to accelerate product development, manufacture complex components and support low-volume production without the cost and lead times associated with conventional tooling.
Its offering covers three core areas:
From custom jigs and fixtures to bridge tooling and production components, 3D Technology provides the equipment, materials and expertise needed to integrate additive manufacturing into modern production environments.
Visitors will have the opportunity to experience live industrial 3D printing demonstrations and explore technologies designed to improve manufacturing speed, precision and flexibility.
3D Technology will showcase solutions from three leading additive manufacturing brands.
Formlabs Form 4 and Form 4L
Visitors can explore the latest generation of stereolithography (SLA) resin printing, including the Form 4 and large-format Form 4L.
These systems combine high printing speeds with detailed surface finishes and reliable performance, making them suitable for rapid prototyping, functional testing and short-run production.
Markforged Industrial 3D Printers
The company will demonstrate industrial composite printing using Markforged Continuous Fibre Reinforcement (CFR) technology.
This approach enables manufacturers to produce strong, lightweight components that can replace selected machined aluminium parts, including production jigs, fixtures, tooling and functional industrial components.
INTAMSYS High-Temperature 3D Printing
Visitors can also discover high-temperature additive manufacturing systems capable of processing advanced engineering thermoplastics such as PEEK, PEKK and ULTEM.
These materials are suited to demanding applications requiring high thermal stability, chemical resistance and mechanical performance.
Throughout the event, the 3D Technology team will be available to discuss material selection, equipment capabilities, workflow integration and specific manufacturing applications.
Whether you’re exploring industrial 3D printing for the first time or looking to expand existing capabilities, the stand will provide an opportunity to see the technology in action and speak directly with technical specialists.
Manufacturers face ongoing pressure to shorten development cycles, reduce production costs, minimise downtime and strengthen supply-chain resilience.
3D Technology helps address these challenges by integrating industrial additive manufacturing into conventional production workflows.
Reducing tooling delays
Traditional injection moulding and machining can involve significant tooling lead times.
Industrial 3D printing allows manufacturers to produce prototypes, custom jigs, fixtures and bridge tooling in-house, often within hours rather than weeks, depending on the application.
Minimising production downtime
On-demand printing of replacement components, custom tooling and end-of-arm equipment can help manufacturers respond more quickly to maintenance and production requirements.
Improving material performance
Markforged continuous fibre composites provide lightweight, high-strength alternatives to selected metal components, while INTAMSYS systems enable the processing of advanced engineering polymers for demanding environments.
Reducing material waste
Additive manufacturing builds components layer by layer, using material where it is required rather than removing it from a larger block.
This can reduce material waste compared with certain subtractive manufacturing processes.
Strengthening supply-chain resilience
By maintaining digital part libraries and producing suitable components locally when needed, manufacturers can reduce their dependence on external suppliers, minimise physical inventory requirements and respond more quickly to operational challenges.
For 3D Technology, the focus is on helping businesses adopt practical additive manufacturing solutions that improve productivity, flexibility and manufacturing performance.
Plastics Live Ireland provides an opportunity for 3D Technology to demonstrate how industrial additive manufacturing can work alongside traditional plastics processing.
The company is particularly keen to show Irish manufacturers how 3D printing can reduce development lead times, support tooling requirements and provide greater flexibility for low-volume production.
Live demonstrations will play a central role, allowing visitors to examine the capabilities of Formlabs, Markforged and INTAMSYS technologies and discuss how they could be applied within their own operations.
3D Technology is looking forward to connecting with:
The company’s goal is to establish long-term relationships with Irish manufacturers by providing not only equipment and materials, but also the technical support needed to integrate additive manufacturing successfully.
3D Technology identifies four major developments shaping the future of additive manufacturing and plastics processing.
1. Greater integration of 3D printing and injection moulding
Rather than competing with traditional plastics processing, additive manufacturing is increasingly being used to complement it.
Hybrid workflows allow manufacturers to accelerate prototyping, produce bridge tooling, manufacture custom jigs and fixtures, and validate designs before committing to production tooling.
2. Faster and more scalable additive manufacturing
Advances in printing technology, including high-speed systems such as the Formlabs Form 4 series, are significantly reducing production times.
As printing speeds improve, additive manufacturing is becoming increasingly practical for customised products, low-volume components and selected medium-batch applications.
3. High-performance polymers and composite materials
Advanced engineering thermoplastics such as PEEK, PEKK and ULTEM, alongside continuous fibre-reinforced composites, are expanding the range of industrial applications suitable for 3D printing.
These materials create opportunities to replace selected metal components with lightweight, high-strength polymer alternatives where application requirements allow.
4. Digital inventories and localised production
The ability to store component designs digitally and manufacture suitable parts on demand is changing how businesses approach spare parts, inventory management and supply-chain planning.
Localised additive manufacturing can help reduce storage requirements, shorten replacement lead times and minimise reliance on international logistics.
For 3D Technology, these developments point towards a future in which additive manufacturing becomes an increasingly integrated part of everyday industrial production.
Regional events such as Plastics Live Ireland bring advanced manufacturing technologies and technical expertise directly to Ireland’s industrial community.
For 3D Technology, one of the greatest benefits is the opportunity for visitors to experience equipment and materials first-hand.
Examining the surface finish of a Formlabs resin print, assessing the strength of a Markforged composite component or seeing an INTAMSYS high-temperature printing system in operation provides insights that cannot easily be replicated online.
The event also creates opportunities for practical conversations between engineers, toolmakers, manufacturers and technology specialists who understand the requirements of Irish industry.
Just as importantly, visitors can meet local suppliers who provide the ongoing servicing, materials and technical support required to keep advanced manufacturing equipment operating effectively.
3D Technology encourages anyone involved in plastics manufacturing, product development or industrial engineering to attend, explore the technologies on display and discuss how additive manufacturing could benefit their operations.
See the technology in action, bring your manufacturing challenges and discover new possibilities for your production processes.
Looking to accelerate prototyping, reduce tooling delays or bring industrial 3D printing into your manufacturing operation?
Connect with the 3D Technology team at Plastics Live Ireland 2026 to experience live additive manufacturing demonstrations and explore solutions from Formlabs, Markforged and INTAMSYS.
Discover how advanced polymer 3D printing, engineering-grade materials and expert technical support can help improve production flexibility, reduce lead times and support smarter manufacturing.
2–3 December 2026
Athlone International Arena | TUS Athlone Campus, Ireland
