3D printing — a new industrial revolution

Type of item
EU & international information
Country
EU
Year of publication
2017

English

Description

This expert review provides a brief introduction to 3D printing and examines the risks involved in using this technology. It provides an in-depth description of the issues associated with 3D printing and of the changes needed to ensure that this new industry is safe and healthy for workers.

Other data

Provider
Provider name (English)
European Agency for Safety and Health at Work
Provider name (Original)
European Agency for Safety and Health at Work
Tasks covered
Printing or Photography
Biological hazard
Not applicable
Hazard - physical state
Not applicable
Hazard - health effects
Other
Exposure route
Dermal contact
Inhalation
Substance Description

 Biodegradable polylactic acid (PLA) and acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), polyamide (e.g. nylon) in liquid as well as in powder form; plastic chemicals (such as epoxy resins), polysulfon (PSU) and polyfenylsulfon (PPSU).

 

Prevention measures
Not applicable
Purpose of the material
Report
Target group
All (no specific target group)