If 2013 was all about 3-d printing for 3-d printing's sake, 2014 is about how to take the category from novelty hobby to a useful business tool.

如果说2013年3 - D打印还停留在技术探索阶段，那么2014年则在于如何将这种新奇技术变成实用的商业工具。

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The intaglio printing machine is our new luxurious machine with design novelty, attractive appearance and economic price designed.

该机是本公司新款的豪华型凹版印刷机，设计新颖、造型美观、经济实惠。

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While primarily a novelty among the tech-obsessed, 3-D printing been used successfully for a variety of tasks, from making jewelry or medical supplies to larger projects in industrial design and engineering.

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