Gary Brinsden



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​Gary Brinsden has been a teacher of Technology and Graphic Design for more than 40 years. During this time he has been instrumental in the introduction of many new technologies into the schools he has taught in, including CAD, CNC machining, 3D modelling and now 3D printing/rapid prototyping.  He stepped out of teaching  (2011 - 2012) to encourage schools and tertiary institutes to embrace the rapidly developing use of 3D printers as a valuable design and industrial tool for the 21 century. He is now Head of the Technology Faculty at Pakuranga College.

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The use of 3D printers in the field of design and manufacture is undergoing rapid development.  This design tool previously used by multi-million dollar companies has taken a turn for the best.  3D printing or more correctly “rapid prototyping” has become much more user-friendly, much more affordable and could become as common as a desktop ink-jet printer in every household in the not too distant future.  Now with a much lower capital outlay and cheaper running costs it is possible to expose students to industrial practices that have been used in industry for over 20 years. This will help develop student confidence in the advancement of design development and testing, design realisation and short run manufacturing. All tools for a 21st century Technologist.



Gary's company Innovative 3D Technologies is proud to sell and support the UP! 3D printer range which features very affordable printers especially suited for use in education.