3D Printers; as one of the biggest talking points in technology with the potential to transform the manufacturing industry, last year they were arguably one of the most desirable investments. Although the initial excitement has died down, more research is actively going into how we can utilise this innovation in a more mainstream format, but as it currently stands, the costs of owning an industrial 3D printer are too high for many to even consider.

Recently, 3D print specialists, Becoming 3D announced vendor partnerships with two leading US leasing corporations as a way to make high end 3D print hardware and supplies a more realistic and affordable purchase for businesses and consumers. This is just one on many examples where leasing is allowing organisations to invest in big ticket, top of the range machinery that they would not be able to afford through a direct purchase.