Recap: Bett show 2017, London

Last week, more than 30,000 educators from across the globe gathered in London to get inspired and informed about the latest trends in the educational sector. Composing a wide audience of teachers, educational service providers, and resellers, the attendees were given the chance to get in touch with the latest technological advancements in education and share experiences with their peers.

Each year, the buzzing sound of countless visitors fills the near 40,000m2 venue, and this year was no exception. The Bett show stretches back in time for more than 30 years, and each year it highlights the latest innovations in the education industry. Visitors can get in touch with companies that are on the forefront of these developments and get a clear image of what the future of education holds.

Ultimaker and educators

Education is an important industry for Ultimaker. At Bett, we exhibited our range of 3D printing solutions, promoted the Pioneer Program, and showcased several educational projects that were set up in collaboration with schools and institutions.

The main focus of our presence at Bett was to highlight the different applications that 3D printing can offer in the classroom. From primary to secondary education to universities and research institutes, 3D printing proves to be a meaningful contribution to the educational curriculum. To illustrate the broad range of applications it brings, we showcased our different 3D printers and put several educational projects on display.

Among them were the 3D printed rocket project by 3Dkanjers and the 3D printed T-rex project by the Naturalis Biodiversity Center. Team Fast from the Eindhoven University of Technology was also featured on our booth, showcasing their project on formic acid as a new sustainable fuel. Create Education, our partner in the UK, also contributed a number of projects from their educational platform.

The Pioneer Program

Alongside underlining the different applications of 3D printing in the educational field, the Bett show proved to be a great opportunity to promote the Pioneer Program that was launched in the US last year. This program aims to bring together educators that are passionate about 3D printing and want to inspire other teachers to use it in the classroom as well. Last November's education challenge yielded a list of 60 schools that won an Ultimaker and were invited to join the Pioneer Program.

Stay tuned for the next show

We'd like to thank everyone who stopped by our booth during Bett 2017. It's been a great pleasure talking to educators from all over the world and share ideas on the changing educational landscape. Keep an eye on our events page to stay up to date on other shows or events that we host.