Charlotte, NC, January 12, 2015 – Verbatim, the global leader in data storage technology including portable hard drives, USB flash drives, CDs, Blu-ray discs and memory cards, is pleased to announce that they will enter the 3D printing market with a range of ABS, PLA and soon to be announced other filament solutions.

Verbatim 3D Printing Filaments are manufactured in Japan from the highest quality materials and produced to extremely tight tolerances to ensure consistent feeding and stable printing. Distributed in vacuum-sealed bags with desiccant, the filaments are wound on a custom spool, designed for strength, balance and to unsure uniform performance and trouble-free dispensing.

“The 3D printing industry has experienced exponential growth in recent years providing usage opportunities in a range of markets,” said Ron Hanafin, Verbatim’s Product Manager, Peripherals and Accessories. “Verbatim, in research and development partnership with our parent company, Mitsubishi Chemical, is uniquely positioned to expand our product portfolio into the 3D printing industry, and bring our customers innovative solutions that will enhance their 3D printing experience.”

Verbatim will offer 1kg spools of both PLA and ABS filaments in 1.75mm and 3mm diameters, with a variety of color options. Verbatim 3D Printing Filaments will be available February 2015.

About 3D Printing

Although 3D Printing technology has been around since the 1980’s, the industry is currently enjoying unprecedented growth as hardware manufacturers develop 3D printers that are more cost-effective and accessible to the general consumer. From construction, automotive, aerospace and engineering, to dental, medical, and biotech – the applications for 3D printing technology are seemingly endless.

About Verbatim

Verbatim’s businesses in the Americas, Europe/Middle East/Africa and Asia Pacific regions are wholly owned subsidiaries of Tokyo-based Mitsubishi Kagaku Media Co., Ltd. MKM’s parent company, Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation (MCC), is one of Japan’s largest chemical companies. Verbatim develops and markets innovative, high-quality products for storing, moving and using digital content. Known for its leadership in the optical and flash storage and related accessories markets, the company provides reliable, unique technologies and products that are highly sought after and broadly distributed worldwide. For more information, contact Verbatim Americas, LLC, 1200 West W.T. Harris Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28262. In Europe, Verbatim Ltd., Prestige House, 23-26 High Street, Egham, Surrey, TW20 9DU, UK, (+44) 1784 439 781. In Japan, Mitsubishi Kagaku Media Co., Ltd., 4-1-23, Shiba, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-8415, Japan (+81) 3-5454-3972. Or visit the web site at www.verbatim.com.


Press Contact:
Amy Mainer
Verbatim Americas, LLC
Digital Communications Manager Tel: 704-547-6568
Amy.Mainer@verbatim.com