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MakerBot

3D printing ecosystem dedicated to education

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MakerBot provides 3D printing solutions for classrooms, schools, and districts. Products include the Sketch series (Sketch Sprint, Sketch Standard) and advanced S series printers (UltiMaker S3, UltiMaker S6). Software includes UltiMaker Cura and UltiMaker Digital Factory for managing printers, student submissions, and projects. The company also offers lesson plans, certification programs, and community resources through Thingiverse Education.

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