When someone sets up a new business, they desire to gain a good market share. To do this, they need to get their voice heard above their rivals. One way to achieve this is by offering something that others aren’t. When looking for innovative and exciting ideas, it may be that 3D printing holds the answer.
People can buy the printers for $200, although they’ll need to pay anything up to $5,000 for the top machines. It’s expected that the 3D market will be worth $17.5 billion by the end of 2020. When people connect the 3D device to their pc, they are enabled to create solid objects one layer at a time. The key thing is that objects can be customized for purpose. Are you interested? Let’s take a look at some money-making possibilities right now.
Trophies
They never go out of fashion. They make great sporting awards but can also be used in youth groups, churches, or workplaces. When they are customized for the person, they become even more humorous or unique. According to the technicians from PRTWD.com, trophies can be produced within a couple of days. They begin at the prototype and design stage, then move on to production, painting, and finishing. Such items can be made of metal plating, resin, or acrylic. They can also be created using polymers and ceramics.
Jewelry And Ornaments
This is a hugely popular area. We mentioned the cost of machines earlier, and specialist equipment and skill will be needed here. Added to that is the ability to spot a gap in the market and to be original. The items may be made from lost wax casting. Consider cheap but attractive necklaces. Moon-shaped rings and hexagonal-shaped bracelets are in vogue at present.
Scale Models
Think about the market for model trains or game figurines. Architects may also be interested in 3D products. If they have a project to propose, they may want a scale model of the finished item to show people. Planning departments everywhere may benefit from seeing prototypes of their ideas. It’s important not to bite off more than you can chew. If you consider this route, begin with something small and move on to larger projects over time.
Computers And Accessories
Custom-built PCs can be created using 3D printers. So can computer cases designed to look like space rockets or cult fiction items. Computers attract a host of accessories, including earbuds. Why not offer to create them to fit a person’s ear shape exactly? They will be less likely to fall out if the person listens to music while they exercise.
Medical Equipment And Appliances
These days prosthetic limbs, hands, or feet can be designed to fit the user’s body size and shape. This provides an enormous amount of dignity to the person as the products are designed to match their proportions. 3D printers are equal to this task, as they are for creating implants or even printed wheelchairs.
Clothes
There is a definite market for printed shoes or glasses. Imagine wanting to buy flip-flops for the beach and being able to get some that are custom made. Your feet will be measured before the products are printed so that they will be completely comfortable for you. There’ll be no ‘breaking in’ as you and the shoes adapt to one other. A whole clothing range could be created that includes 3D dresses, athletics clothing, and printed bikinis.
Promotional Items And Gifts
We’ve all seen pens that include a company’s name. Any business that gives away 3D printed versions will be gaining an audience of potential customers. It’s worth researching the gift shops in your area too. Perhaps they might request some custom made items or be interested in your range of magnets, mugs, bottle openers, or key rings.
Pet Products
Why not look into the most popular pet names and create a new selection of collars? The more personalized or amusing the product, the more it will sell. If people can choose the wording or pictures in advance, a host of creative pet owners may be interested. They can order one day and receive the collar a few days later. Don’t just think in terms of shops for any of these products – consider online sales too.
There are many more possibilities to consider, from nerf gun accessories to printed game characters or robots and drones. If your business takes off, you can increase your social media presence and even offer online courses for other people who wish to learn the trade. There is no work satisfaction, like being able to use your passions to make money.
