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The Finance department has announced that Rapid Antigen Test Kits as well as PCR will be tax deductible for individuals and exempt from fringe benefits tax (FBT) for employers if purchased for work purposes. There has been big confusion over the tax treatment of RAT tests with the Prime Minister mentioning that they are tax deductible, but in reality, the tests were only deductible in limited circumstances. If you purchase the RAT tests to be abl …

3D Printing for Kids3D printing might seem like a far-out technology for adults. As for the kids, they might see it as an activity that is reserved for the grown-ups. However, in these past few years, 3D printing is solidifying its accessibility to all age groups. Of course, that doesn’t mean that all kids will have a 3D printer and 3D pen lying around their house! But, 3D printing can open a world of creativity and innovation for the young generation. Before you rush to grab one, let …

Technological advancements are taking place almost every day and the medical industry is one of the sectors leveraging the most benefits. With developing new methods and treatments to cure a variety of health issues, it would have been tough for the healthcare sector to move ahead without the technological equipment.For many years, 3D printing has been in use and the medical field has also enhanced with making it a part of its working. The professionals use 3D printing for personalized ph …

ABS filament, acrylonitrile butadiene styrene, is a fairly common thermoplastic polymer in the industry, known primarily for its good low temperature resistance and light weight. Mainly used in the household appliances sector, it is also found in boat hulls, decoration or toys, especially in the famous bricks developed by LEGO. ABS plastic is also very popular in the FDM or fused deposition printing market, surely one of the most widely used plastics in 3D printing. Today we are offering yo …

Many advocates of 3D printing claim that 3D printing is a good alternative to injection moulding that requires mould opening. Is this really true? Here we look at the relevant support and objections. Additive manufacturing has had a great impact on manufacturing. Hand pieces that used to cost a few hundred dollars and took a few weeks can now be designed in the morning, printed at night and delivered to customers the next morning.Some companies are already using the 3D printing process to …