Despite recent challenges, Makerbot opens new factory in NYC
The past few months haven’t been easy for Makerbot, after an internal restructuring resulted in layoffs of one-fifth of its workforce. But that doesn’t seem to be affecting the company’s progress, as it has announced the opening of a new, 170,000-square-foot manufacturing center in New York City. For Makerbot, it means being able to double the production capacity of 3D printers, as well as offer better quality assurance for these machines — and, considering a recent lawsuit, the timing couldn’t be better. This doesn’t only signal a commitment from Makerbot to continue growing itself, but also help a struggling 3D-printing industry. The huge, upgraded space (pictured here) is located in Brooklyn’s Industrial City, so you can expect Makerbot’s 3D printers to keep the “Made in Brooklyn” branding for at least the next ten years.
[Image credits: Louis Seigal]
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