Staples to showcase in-store 3D printing kiosks

MakerBot and Staples announced today that MakerBot Replicator 3D Printers and MakerBot Digitizer Desktop 3D Scanners are now available in 50 select Staples retail stores across 18 states. MakerBot is Staples’ exclusive provider in-store of 3D printing hardware, with premium in-store experiences to showcase the entire MakerBot 3D Ecosystem. This partnership makes Staples the exclusive office supply company to offer MakerBot 3D printing and scanning products in the store.

MakerBot 3D printing and sScanning products will be showcased inside Staples retail locations, with kiosks designed to show the power and versatility of the MakerBot 3D Ecosystem in the classroom, office and professional or hobbyist’s workspace. MakerBot products will be available initially in 50 select Staples stores, where MakerBot 3D printing products and hands on demonstrations will be showcased. MakerBot products are also available on the chain’s web site..

We are excited to partner with Staples to help bring MakerBot 3D printing technology to Staples customers,” noted Jenny Lawton, acting CEO officer of MakerBot, a global leader in the desktop 3D printer market. “Using the MakerBot 3D Printing Ecosystem, Staples customers can now integrate technology into their workflow, lesson plans and transform their design process.”