SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — In a joint effort to transform plastic waste into valuable commodities, re:3D is honored to announce that equipment for the first Gigalab has been delivered to Bayamón, Puerto Rico. The funding comes from the Puerto Rico Science, Technology and Research Trust This shipping container manufacturing laboratory contains hardware that converts plastic waste into functional products using a GigabotX 2. Gigalab is also a mobile workspace that’s currently connected to the Engine-4 Foundation Supporting community-driven innovations. Founder Luis Torres Engine-4 says that it will explore potential projects around agrotechnology by utilizing 3D-printing technology and recycled materials. This will set the precedent for future ecoconscious technological endeavors.
The final construction phase is now underway in preparation for a formal demonstration to take place through June 2024 during which re:3D Designer Mike Pujols Vásquez will test waste on the island for printability using designs made in collaboration with Puerto Rican communities. Says Pujols Vásquez, “re:3D’s Gigalab is a significant step towards innovative community solutions by repurposing plastic waste through 3D printing technology, crucial in Puerto Rico Where waste management is a problem”.
For more information about Gigalab, visit: https://re3d.org/puerto-rico-gigalab-delivery/
Re:3D
re:3D® Inc. consists of a group of explorers committed to decimating the cost & scale barriers to industrial 3D printing. Re:3D, which pioneered the first affordable industrial 3D printing system for humans, is now creating affordable large-scale 3D printers that can print from plastic pellets, regrind and flake waste. Re:3D provides 3D printers to customers in more than 50 countries. It also offers 3D contract services, consultation, design, and educational services. Visit re3d for more information. www.re3d.org.
About Engine-4 Foundation
Engine 4 Foundation is a non-profit based in Bayamón, Puerto Rico, a company dedicated to advancing innovative technology, such as their 5G NB IoT Lab, and promoting sustainable development. They offer STEAM education for youth to ignite their interest in science, technology, engineering and agrotechnology. This prepares them for a future driven by tech. In addition, they engage in research in STEAM projects and agrotechnology to increase resilience and sustainability. Engine-4 Foundation supporters help to foster cutting-edge technologies, dynamic education and a sustainable future by supporting the foundation.
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