Bandung Creative Economy Hub Continues to Develop 3D Printer Technology
Bandung, as one of Indonesia’s creative economy centres, is considered a potential area for the development of 3D printer technology. The use of this technology continues to be introduced to the public to support creativity, education and product development.
Country Head of PT Tek Lab Indonesia, distributor of Bambu Lab products, Jeffry Rianto said that Bandung has a strong creative ecosystem with high public enthusiasm. These conditions encouraged his company to introduce 3D printer technology more widely to the people of West Java.
‘We hope the public will not only buy but also see it directly, try it, discuss, and get inspiration to create something using a 3D printer,’ said Jeffry during the opening of a creative hub at Urban Republic Dago, Bandung.
According to Jeffry, the use of 3D printers is not limited to professionals and certain industries. Technological developments have made 3D printers easier to use and accessible to various groups.
‘3D printers are a technology that can be used by all groups. Creativity has no limits,’ he said.
One of its uses is for education. Parents can use the technology to encourage children’s creativity while diverting attention from gadgets. ‘Mobile phones are less productive for children,’ he said.
3D printers can also be used by people who want to develop products. The technology allows users to make various product shapes, such as decorations and toys, based on available designs or their own designs.
Jeffry said that Bambu Lab 3D printer raw materials have been prepared using filament made from corn kernels which is claimed to be environmentally friendly. His company provides three types of 3D printers at the creative hub that the public can use to see the product manufacturing process directly.
‘Some examples of prototypes made include a ship, an aircraft engine and other toys, a basketball toy,’ he said.
In its use, the public can utilise the Bambu Lab application to choose an existing design or create their own design. This convenience opens up space for the public to explore 3D printer technology according to their needs and creativity.
Going forward, the company will hold workshops and training as well as develop a learning curriculum for vocational school students and other community groups. Bambu Lab products are currently sold at prices ranging from Rp3 million to Rp13 million.