Losing market position in its traditional status manufacturer of computers and laptops, HP is trying to find new niches for business growth. In addition to tablets and smartphones segment is considered, and the emerging market of so-called three-dimensional printers - devices that allow a computer model to create three-dimensional objects of arbitrary shape, preferably made of plastic. In June, the company will be ready to make a statement about their plans to conquer the market of 3D-printers.
Until now, this segment seemed immature to HP, but the company managed to solve two important problems. First, the three-dimensional HP printers can work faster than existing counterparts. Secondly, the surface quality of the obtained products will be improved. HP believes that the main scope of the 3D-printer of its production - is the corporate market segment, and related services. Many companies need equipment for rapid prototyping of parts and production layouts. If we talk about the private consumer, his HP is ready to send to services providers . The client sends to your e-shop profile product model, and then gets the finished product by paying its manufacture.
In 2012, the market size of 3D-printers and related software does not exceed $ 2.2 billion, and by 2021 it could reach $ 11 billion, according to HP representatives . Apparently, in June, the company only demonstrate appropriate technological solutions, and the schedule expansion into 3D-printer is not ready to talk yet. Related Products :
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