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Food-Printing Machines

Print2Taste's Bocusini Gives 3D Printers the Ability to Make Printed Food

— May 2, 2015 — Lifestyle
The prospect of being able to create 3D-printed food is extremely alluring to tech-savvy chefs and makers, but the high cost of the machines is mostly what's preventing this technology from being part of restaurant experiences. But the development of Print2Taste's Bocusini could make 3D-printed food much more accessible.

Bocusini's components are designed so that a person who has already invested in a 3D printer can retrofit the machine for compatibility with food-based filaments. Additionally, the Bocusini will be sold as a complete standalone plug-and-play printer for those starting from scratch. Some of the delicious filaments that can be turned into edible art include bases made of chocolate, marzipan, jelly, cookie, vegetables and fruit juices.

Later this month, Bocusini will be launching a Kickstarter campaign in order to further the development of this system.
Trend Themes
1. 3d-printed Food - The development of Print2Taste's Bocusini is making 3D-printed food more accessible, opening up a new frontier for personalized and creative culinary experiences.
2. Retrofitting 3D Printers - Print2Taste's Bocusini allows individuals with existing 3D printers to retrofit their machines for compatibility with food-based filaments, enabling them to explore food printing without having to invest in a separate device.
3. Plug-and-play Food Printers - Bocusini offers a complete standalone plug-and-play food printer, catering to those starting from scratch and eliminating the need for technical expertise, potentially revolutionizing home cooking and baking.
Industry Implications
1. Restaurant Equipment - The development of accessible 3D-printed food technology presents an opportunity for the restaurant industry to enhance its menu offerings, provide personalized dining experiences, and create unique visual presentations for customers.
2. 3D Printing - The retrofitting of 3D printers for food-based filaments showcases a disruptive innovation opportunity within the 3D printing industry, expanding its applications beyond traditional manufacturing and prototyping.
3. Home Cooking and Baking - The availability of plug-and-play food printers could revolutionize home cooking and baking by enabling individuals to easily experiment with personalized food creations and intricate designs.
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