3D Systems recently reported the completion of comprehensive testing on the newest materials for its Figure 4 system. For some users, materials testing data is insufficient for their needs. I interviewed Marty Johnson, technical fellow, at 3D Systems … [Read more...] about The importance of testing additive manufacturing materials
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3D printing at the micro level
Recently a couple of stories have surfaced about using 3D printing/additive manufacturing for parts that are microns in size. One of these companies is based in Israel. Now, a company out of Boston, Boston Micro Fabrication (BMF) has introduced a … [Read more...] about 3D printing at the micro level
A closer look at 3DXpert for SOLIDWORKS 15
3D Systems recently introduced 3DXpert for SOLIDWORKS 15, a plugin for SOLIDWORKS that helps users prepare and optimize their designs for additive manufacturing. I had a chance to speak with the leading product manager, Maoz Barkai, for 3DXpert. Here … [Read more...] about A closer look at 3DXpert for SOLIDWORKS 15
What HP has learned about working with 3D printing
Listen as Dave Woodlock, Market Development Manager at HP’s 3D printing group discusses lessons learned when incorporating 3D printing into your business as a product and as a tool. Notes Woodlock, many assume that what holds 3D printing back in … [Read more...] about What HP has learned about working with 3D printing
Where to find answers to additive manufacturing challenges
Eckhart Inc. is a leading integrator of advanced automation and Industry 4.0 technologies. As a tool designer and a technology integrator, companies come to Eckhart to find solutions that improve their profitability, safety, and reliability of … [Read more...] about Where to find answers to additive manufacturing challenges
What 3D printing needs to be a serious tool for manufacturing
John Kawola, president of Ultimaker North America discusses the role 3D printing can have in manufacturing. Q: You recently made comments about the value of a “manufacturing minute.” Can you go into that in a little bit more detail? A: Sure. … [Read more...] about What 3D printing needs to be a serious tool for manufacturing
A closer look at software that improves design efficiency
Recently 3D Systems introduced Geomagic Control X 2018 inspection platform and GibbsCAM 12 manufacturing software. Geomagic Control X 2018 is an inspection program that builds upon its foundation to meet the demands of aerospace and automotive … [Read more...] about A closer look at software that improves design efficiency
The best way for injection molding and 3D printing to work together
In plastic injection molding, 3D printing of cores that include conformal cooling channels are set to become more of a mainstream choice. But there are a few rules that apply when creating such parts for plastic injection molding. Gordon Styles, … [Read more...] about The best way for injection molding and 3D printing to work together
How insert molding saves labor
Insert molding is the process of overmolding thermoplastic material around a preformed component (an insert) to create a finished part that incorporates multiple materials. The inserts are generally metal parts used to reinforce the mechanical … [Read more...] about How insert molding saves labor
Get advance information on the cost of 3D printing your part
You have several choices when building a 3D printed part. If you choose an in-house approach, you can purchase either a desktop 3D printer or a 3D printing machine and print the part yourself. Or you can outsource the part, virtually uploading the … [Read more...] about Get advance information on the cost of 3D printing your part
