8 New Models Added + Build Plate Adhesion Problems | 3D Print Farm Weekly Vlog #4

Week 44 was all about expansion! Added 8 new models from MattMireMakes and LayersinGreen, but also dealt with some build plate adhesion issues and a filament disaster. Here's everything that happened in the print farm this week. ❓ QUESTIONS FOR YOU: 1. How often do you have to replace your build plates? (Mine last 1000-1500 hours - is that normal?) 2. Have you had bad experiences with refill spools before? 3. Have you run into issues with PETG on a Supertrac plate? 🔗 AFFILIATE LINKS - Filaments & Gear: Interested in ordering a Snapmaker U1, Affiliate link below https://snapmaker.sjv.io/Dy90Dd **SILK Filaments:** Rock Rainbow: https://amzn.to/478JYeZ | Rainbow: https://amzn.to/3VYY3Xd | Shimmer: https://amzn.to/470qj1Y | Earth Tone: https://amzn.to/47kxIrO | Galaxy: https://amzn.to/499DGhw | Burnt Titanium: https://amzn.to/478JYeZ | Blue/Green: https://amzn.to/478JYeZ | Gradient Green: https://amzn.to/3J5kAyt | Pink/Gold: https://amzn.to/47lqogD | Red/Blue: https://amzn.to/490oDGV | Blue/Silver: https://amzn.to/3KJF6Fr **MATTE Filaments:** Pastel Pink: https://amzn.to/47l5m1I | Yellow: https://amzn.to/4nMDh9p | Purple Sunset: https://amzn.to/3KK7MhC | Afterglow: https://amzn.to/4h3R2hi | Rosy Cloud: https://amzn.to/3KMOZ5c | Peachy Sunrise: https://amzn.to/42yyLTp | Maple Forest: https://amzn.to/3IEYYsQ | Rose Quartz: https://amzn.to/42CJ0pT | Malachite: https://amzn.to/4q5blPp **Equipment & Supplies:** Bambu A1 Mini: https://amzn.to/492YsiG | Bambu P1S: https://amzn.to/4qxuZmE | Wood PLA: https://amzn.to/4nQ9Pzp | PETG Grey: https://amzn.to/3KO7rKM | BIQU Cryogrip Plate: https://amzn.to/470h4xh | Shrink Wrap Bags: https://amzn.to/47OzPW1 | AlgoLaser Pixie: https://algolaser.com/?ref=xjbtuphk | Uleey Nippers: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FFGQ2PN6?maas=maas_adg_524D299B8474D755E113A30AE0D89E6C_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maas ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 – Monday: Intro + New Designer Printing 07:14 – Tuesday: PETG Supertrac Issue 13:01 – Wednesday: First New Model Done 15:35 – Thursday: Build Plate Adhesion Problems 20:04 – Friday: Final New Models 23:07 – Saturday: End of the Week Recap 📌 THIS WEEK: - NEW FOCUS: Printing models from MattMireMakes to expand product line - Packed and shipped items to Amazon FBA for utility products - Continued dragon color variations for updated product photos - MAJOR ISSUE: Filament spool separated on both sides causing constant tangles - Reorganizing shelving system - planning another dragon tower - PETG foxes disaster on Bambu Supertrac plate - adhesion TOO strong, broke almost all prints - Considering getting 1-2 more Snapmaker printers - Bambu A1 Mini Cryogrip plate losing adhesion already - ✅ Finished squirrels and Highland Cows from MattMireMakes - very satisfied! - Started printing robo turtle model - Adding LayersinGreen birdhouse and birds to product lineup - Multiple build plates losing adhesion this week - Designer updated shelving system with rotating feature - printing next week! - Finished turtle print + custom wolf colored like my dog - Pricing challenge: More filament waste on multi-color models unless using Snapmaker - Online shop slow (expected for January) - 🎉 8 NEW MODELS: Squirrels, Highland Cows, Turtle, Wolf, Unicorn, Rhino, Horses, Birdhouse/Birds - Another custom order received - modified version for prototyping - Slow week for orders but normal for January - expecting pickup soon 🛒 SHOP OUR 3D PRINTED CREATIONS: Website: https://www.initiativedesign.shop/ Etsy: https://initiativedesignshop.etsy.com 📱 FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@initiativedesign_shop Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/initiativedesignshop/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Initiative-Design/61574415612403/ This week taught me that expanding your product line is exciting, but equipment maintenance is crucial. Between build plate issues and filament problems, it's a reminder that running a print farm requires constant problem-solving! 💬 Share your build plate experiences in the comments - I'd love to know what's normal! #3DPrinting #PrintFarm #SmallBusiness #EtsySeller #BuildPlateIssues