# Full-Size 3D Printers 'FlashForge' Has Debuted the 'Creator 3 Pro' for Better Speed and Efficiency By Colin Smith | Published 2021-12-06 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/full-size-3d-printer References: [3dprint](https://3dprint.com/287295/flashforge-unveils-creator-3-pro-idex-3d-printer-an-improved-workhorse-for-professionals/) & [flashforge-usa](https://flashforge-usa.com/products/flashforge-creator-3-pro-independent-dual-extruder-3d-printer)  'FlashForge' is a top manufacturer in the 3D printing industry for over a decade now, and it has released an upgraded version of its 'Creator 3' full-size 3D printer. The 'Creator 3 Pro' is an improvement on the Creator 3 in every way. The pro version heats up roughly five times quicker, has more customizability options, and can handle a wider variety of substances to print with. While the Creator 3 Pro heats up to hundreds of degrees in a matter of minutes and [prints objects much more quickly](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eryone-thinker-x400) than its predecessor, it is also built to be more heat resistant. The materials used in the pro version are not as susceptible to heat damage, so they will last much longer without needing to be replaced. Additionally, the cooling system is improved over the standard Creator 3, meaning the pro version is a greater investment for [professional-grade performance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/precise-3d-printer). Image Credit: FlashForge ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Full-size 3D Printing:** The trend towards full-size 3D printing technology is disrupting the manufacturing industry by allowing for faster prototyping and production. - **Heat-resistant Materials:** The trend towards using heat-resistant materials in 3D printing is disrupting the materials industry by expanding the possibilities for what can be printed and improving durability. - **Customization Options:** The trend towards more customization options in 3D printing is disrupting the product design industry by allowing for greater creativity and innovation in product development. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Manufacturing:** The manufacturing industry has an opportunity to adopt full-size 3D printing technology to increase prototyping and production speed and efficiency. - **Materials:** The materials industry has an opportunity to develop and market heat-resistant materials for use in 3D printing, expanding the possibilities for what can be printed and improving durability. - **Product Design:** The product design industry has an opportunity to take advantage of increased customization options in 3D printing to enhance creativity and innovation in product development. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pro-Grade 3D Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flashforge-guider-3-plus.md) - [Hyper-Speed Manufacturing Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raise3d.md) - [Efficient Cooling 3D Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flsun-t1-pro.md) - [Actively-Heated 3D Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qidi-q1-pro.md) - [High-Temperature 3D Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pro-ht90.md) - [Multi-Material 3D Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/f200-pro.md) - [Consumer-Grade 3D Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/k1-max.md) - [Advanced 3D Printing Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heygears1.md) - [High-Speed 3D Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blade-1.md)