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Posted by: Beth Snyder on: 05/24/2016 03:04 AM
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These new edible six-pack rings are 3D printed, which is why you're reading about them here. Saltwater teamed up with a New York-based agency called We Believers to develop the rings, and they are believed to be the world's first of their kind. They were digitally designed, and are strong enough to allow you to carry a six-pack of beer without fear of them breaking and you losing your brews. They initially printed a batch of 500 to hold Saltwater's flagship IPA, but they're working with manufacturers in Mexico with the intent of 3D printing 400,000 of them a month. They're also trying to get other craft breweries on board, with the idea that the little guy can, in fact, make a big difference in the world.
Right now, cost is a little high to produce these rings, which in turn raises the cost of a six-pack a little higher. But those who prefer craft brews tend to be willing to spend a little more for their favourite beverages, and the more breweries that agree to use them the lower the cost will fall. Add in the fact that using them will save countless thousands of marine animals' lives, and it's a pretty good bet we'll be seeing widespread use of them.
Source: 3Ders.org
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