The Foundation That Evolved Into EVO

Unleash Your Potential With DUO

When Creative 3D Technologies introduced DUO, it disrupted the 3D printing industry. A single machine with truly independent dual print heads capable of handling both small precision parts and large format prints. This disruptive technology proved multi-material capability was not just possible, but essential, and became the foundation that evolved into the revolutionary EVO platform.

Increased productivity with independent dual print heads
Ease of use with drag-and-drop material handling
Expandable printing capability for both small and large format FDM

The Origin Story

A Disruptive Vision Realized

When Ethan Baehrend founded Creative 3D Technologies, he saw a fundamental problem in manufacturing: the industry was fragmented, rigid, and slow to adapt. Traditional 3D printers were single-purpose machines, limited by their design.

DUO emerged as the answer, a disruptive technology that challenged everything the industry thought it knew about dual extrusion. By creating truly independent print heads that could operate simultaneously or independently, DUO proved that a single machine could handle both small precision parts and large format prints with equal capability.

This wasn't just an incremental improvement. It was a fundamental shift in how additive manufacturing could work. DUO demonstrated that multi-material capability, dual-color printing, and simultaneous production weren't just possible, they were essential for the future of manufacturing.

The success of DUO validated Ethan's vision and became the foundation upon which EVO was built. Every innovation in DUO, from its independent dual extrusion system to its modular design philosophy, directly informed the development of EVO's revolutionary Factory in a Box platform.

Ethan Baehrend

Founder & CEO

Founded C3DT to address structural inefficiencies in modern manufacturing. Led the development of DUO and its evolution into EVO.

Independent Dual Extrusion

An Independent Dual Extrusion system increases your 3D printing capabilities! All modes can make parts in sequence. It also gives you the ability to print parts using 2 different colors, 2 different materials, or even use 2 different toolheads simultaneously!

Mirror

Substantially decrease print and design time with the ability to print models simultaneously and their mirrored counterparts.

Ditto

Expand your capabilities to in-house light batch production by printing duplicate parts and components.

Dual

The Dual Printing process can optimize printing up to 25+% faster, resulting in tighter tolerances, and internally stronger components.

Ease of Use and Quality Assurance

DUO features a 7-inch touchscreen interface that makes operation intuitive and straightforward. Quality components and robust framework ensure reliable performance print after print.

Every DUO machine is factory calibrated and test printed before shipping, ensuring you receive a system ready for production from day one.

7-inch color touchscreen

Factory calibrated and tested

Ready for production immediately

Quality and Reliability Where It Counts

Built with precision components that ensure consistent performance and durability.

Precision Ball Screws

Consistent positioning and smooth, backlash-free linear movement for accurate prints.

Premium Linear Guide Rails

Precise, frictionless movement and stability across the entire build volume.

Genuine Brand Hotends

High-quality parts ensuring reliable extrusion and consistent material flow.

Bondtech Extruders

Smooth, consistent, and reliable filament delivery for both print heads.

Modular Build Plates

Removable and flexible plates for easy part removal and maintenance.

Robust Aluminum Chassis

Heavy-duty construction providing stability for both small and large format printing.

Additional Features & Benefits

7-inch Color Touchscreen

Intuitive interface for easy operation and monitoring.

Powerful 32-bit Controller

Fast processing for complex dual-head operations.

Filament Run-out Sensor

Automatic detection prevents failed prints.

Automatic Bed Leveling

Ensures perfect first layer adhesion every time.

Integrated Webcam

Monitor prints remotely from anywhere.

High-Quality Wiring Harness

Reliable connections for consistent performance.

Heavy Duty Stepper Motors

Precise movement control for both print heads.

Movement Sensitive Vibration Detection

Automatically pauses on detection of interference.

Precision Machined Components

Tight tolerances ensure accurate dual-head coordination.

Evolution

From DUO to EVO

DUO wasn't just a product, it was proof that disruptive thinking could reshape manufacturing. When Ethan Baehrend and Creative 3D Technologies introduced DUO, it challenged the status quo of single-head 3D printing. The independent dual extrusion system proved that a machine could be versatile enough for both small precision work and large format production.

The lessons learned from DUO, the importance of true independence between print heads, the value of modular design, and the power of multi-material capability, became the DNA of EVO. Every innovation DUO pioneered, from its IDEX system to its approach to both small and large format FDM, directly informed EVO's development. DUO proved the concept; EVO scaled it to industrial production.

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