Stratasys new Fortus 250mc is a smaller FDM machine with end-use manufacturing capability. We spoke with the product manager for more information on this unit. http://podcast.designworldonline.com/2011/07/25/522/ … [Read more...] about More details on the newest FDM printer from Stratasys
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WIth 3D printer and ABS-grade plastic, you can print your own folding stool
Increasingly, additive manufacturing vendors are demonstrating how their 3D printers can rapidly prototype functional objects. Objet Ltd., for example, recently demonstrated a full-size folding stool able to support over 100 kg (220 lb). Objet … [Read more...] about WIth 3D printer and ABS-grade plastic, you can print your own folding stool
A look at the latest 3D printers
Three additive manufacturing vendors recently introduced new printers. And even though a couple of these new printers can fit on a table, they can be used for rapid manufacturing applications. … [Read more...] about A look at the latest 3D printers
Prototyping service lets you see if a rubber component will enhance your designs
Robinson Rubber Products is a designer, developer, and manufacturer of custom-molded rubber products, extruded rubber products and precision rollers. Company executives recently announced a new prototyping service that gives you a quick, economical … [Read more...] about Prototyping service lets you see if a rubber component will enhance your designs
3D Systems acquires Alibre
3D Systems Corporation (NYSE: DDD) announced that it acquired Alibre, Inc., a leading provider of affordable 3D design productivity solutions. Alibre delivers a suite of full parametric CAD solutions for makers and designers alike. Based in … [Read more...] about 3D Systems acquires Alibre
New material from Stratasys can be used to fabricate assembly aids for electronic products
Stratasys Inc., (NASDAQ: SSYS) a maker of 3D printers for prototyping and producing plastic parts, introduced a static dissipative ABS material for items sensitive to electrostatic charge. The ABS-ESD7 is a new material for use by Fortus additive … [Read more...] about New material from Stratasys can be used to fabricate assembly aids for electronic products
Stratasys introduces cross-over 3D printer
The new fortus 250mc combines the convenience and affordability of a Dimension 3D printer with the flexibility of a Fortus production system. Stratasys (NASDAQ:SSYS) introduced the Fortus 250mc(TM) Production 3D Printer - a rapid prototyping and … [Read more...] about Stratasys introduces cross-over 3D printer
Quickparts® offers Accura® PEAK™
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Accura® PEAK™ material is an advanced stereolithography resin designed for optimal performance, accuracy and stability during prolonged exposure to elevated temperatures and humidity. It produces rigid and stable parts that can withstand adverse … [Read more...] about Quickparts® offers Accura® PEAK™
Solid Concepts expands FDM capacity
Solid Concepts Inc, a supplier of rapid prototyping and direct digital manufacturing services, has recently expanded its Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) capacity adding one Fortus 900 and four Fortus 400 machines. This new expanded FDM capacity will … [Read more...] about Solid Concepts expands FDM capacity
How GM uses rapid prototyping technology
Deep inside the GM Design building, an elite team fashions components, intricate sub assembles and entire scale model cars from three-dimensional rapid prototyping manufacturing equipment. The Rapid Prototype Laboratory features two fabrication … [Read more...] about How GM uses rapid prototyping technology
