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2 Minn. UPS Stores To Offer 3D Printers For Public Use

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) -- The UPS Store is expanding its public 3D printing services in 100 additional markets nationwide – and two metro locations in Minnesota are now included.

UPS says the move is part of the store's commitment to inventors and entrepreneurs who understand the possibilities of the 3D printers but may not have access to them.

In 2013, UPS selected the Stratasys' uPrint SE Plus as part of a 3D pilot program in six stores in select markets across the country.

"More small business owners and entrepreneurs are looking to 3D printing to help bring their innovations to market," said Gilad Gans, President of Stratasys North America. "The UPS Store is at the forefront of a growing number of retailers that see additive manufacturing as a significant value-add for their customers."

The two Minnesota stores in the expansion are located on 40 7th Street South in Minneapolis and 2038 Ford Parkway in St. Paul. They will begin starting up the services this week.

A full list of new locations offering 3D printing can be found here.

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