D2M Solutions, a leading provider of state of the art 3D technologies for new product development will exhibit 3D Design Software, 3D Printers and 3D Scanners in GESS 2014, Gulf Educational Supplies & Solutions, 4-6th March, Dubai World Trade Centre, UAE. D2M Solutions will show case technologies that the company claims can have a significant impact on the numbers of high school children who subsequently choose STEM (Science, Technology, and Engineering & Mathematics) subjects at the higher education level. Alex Papantoniou, Managing Director of D2M explains:
"When children have the chance to see their creative ideas visualized in 3D and then use a 3D printer to create real parts, components and assemblies they quickly realize the possibilities of these technologies for new product development. This can invigorate the curriculum and stimulate inventive thinking and creativity. Children are keen to use these tools because within a very short time frame they can see their projects through to fruition. Also, by using 3D design software and 3d printers, they have the chance to easily make revisions to their original ideas that closely imitates the process that professional designers and engineers go through in order to bring commercial products to market. 3D technologies have been incorporated into the curriculum in USA, UK and many European countries because it has been acknowledged that children who are exposed to these creative tools are more likely to consider science technology and engineering as a serious career later on." Reflecting on the situation in the Middle East region; Mr. Papantoniou further noted: "educationalists have identified the fact that significant numbers of high school children are not choosing the Engineering disciplines to study at University and are taking measures to make STEM subjects more exciting and appealing. From the incredible projects that are being accomplished worldwide by school children, we can see what can be achieved when they have access to equipment such as 3D printers".
D2M Solutions is the major distributor of Stratasys 3D Printers in the Middle East region. The company has provided 3D printers to leading educational establishments, but believes there are many more schools and Universities that could benefit from this technology. According to impressive Stratasys case studies, school children who started tinkering with their own simple projects have quickly acquired the skills to provide real design services to their local industries. It is clear that these students will leave school with a clear advantage when entering the work force. To learn more, you are welcome to visit the D2M Solutions booth number N44 in GESS 2014.
-Ends-
© Press Release 2014
