Whether you use professional 3D printing machines or more commercial desktop units, every user has some issues with getting the designed part to print correctly. Part of the problem is the software used to convert a design into 3D printable … [Read more...] about Does 3D printing need its own operating system?
Albright Technologies adds silicone injection molding
Albright Technologies announced the introduction of liquid silicone injection molding services for prototype and low volume production purposes. Albright recently acquired several injection molding presses for its operation. All of the presses … [Read more...] about Albright Technologies adds silicone injection molding
Corvette Racing uses 3D measurement to maximize manufacturing efficiencies
Get it done fast, accurately, and efficiently. Like many engineers, the engineers at Pratt & Miller, New Hudson, MI, face the same demands. Pratt & Miller engineers take automotive programs from concept to reality. They perform first-article … [Read more...] about Corvette Racing uses 3D measurement to maximize manufacturing efficiencies
A primer on rapid prototyping
Digital Manufacturing is probably a new term for many. In Brian Underdahl’s book, Proto Labs Special Edition Digital Manufacturing for Dummies, the author combines CNC machining, injection molding and 3D printing into this overall umbrella … [Read more...] about A primer on rapid prototyping
How 3D printing can be used for tooling applications
3D printing enables manufacturers to test tool designs before committing to metal—saving both time and money. Tyler Reid, Manufacturing Application Manager, GoEngineer Most people think about using 3D printing for direct prototypes. But there's … [Read more...] about How 3D printing can be used for tooling applications
Stratasys and Creaform announce joint marketing agreement
Stratasys Ltd., a leading global provider of 3D printing and additive manufacturing solutions, announced a joint marketing partnership in North America with Creaform, a worldwide leader in portable 3D measurement solutions. This new partnership … [Read more...] about Stratasys and Creaform announce joint marketing agreement
More additive manufacturing systems for production
Some executives believe that the current state of additive manufacturing equipment is too focused on prototyping instead of production. But more companies continue to enter the space of additive manufacturing, especially for metal materials. Additive … [Read more...] about More additive manufacturing systems for production
Conductive Graphene filament may aid 3D printing for electronics
Within the 3D printing industry, the prospect of using Graphene with other materials causes some excitement, especially for designers exploring 3D printing and electronics. Taking advantage of design and development prospects is Graphene 3D Lab Inc., … [Read more...] about Conductive Graphene filament may aid 3D printing for electronics
Paper and color–a natural for 3D printing
Additively making parts using ordinary paper as the build material is a bit deceptive. On the one hand, you think such a 3D printed object can’t possibly handle the potential wear and tear you might expose it to. On the other hand, with the right … [Read more...] about Paper and color–a natural for 3D printing
Additive manufacturing technology moves into production
Is 3D printing /Additive manufacturing shifting out of prototyping? You might think so after listening to the conversations at RAPID 2015 and the recent AMUG conference. But really, prototyping is not going away. However, the conversation on how … [Read more...] about Additive manufacturing technology moves into production