MIMAKI Europe is all geared up to take part in Formnext 2025, which is scheduled to take place from November 18 – 21 at Messe Frankfurt, Germany. Celebrating its 50th Anniversary, the company will demonstrate how its full-colour, UV-curable 3D printing technology bridges the past and the future by preserving cultural heritage, reimagining design, and inspiring bold new possibilities across art, fashion, medicine, architecture, and product development. MIMAKI has partnered with SMARTTECH3D, a leader in high-precision scanning solutions, to produce highly accurate artefact replicas for museums and the heritage sector.
Combining SMARTTECH’s advanced scanning capabilities with Mimaki’s full-colour 3D printing technology enables the faithful reproduction of artefacts, replicating both colour and texture with exceptional fidelity. By using this technology, the original pieces can be preserved or restored while the replicas can still be viewed and interacted with by visitors. The artefact is first scanned by SMARTTECH3D 3D’s technology, then these files are sent and printed by Mimaki’s 3D full-colour printers for use in museums, research institutions, and cultural organisations. Visitors can explore and learn about the full “scan-to-print” workflow at Mimaki’s stand, accompanied by a selection of museum-grade replicas. Discover MIMAKI’s full-colour 3D printing solutions at Stand B42 in Formnext 2025. (PHOTO: LFR)
