Whale, a leading manufacturer of water and heating systems for mobile applications, has slashed its lead times for the production of injection mold tools for prototype parts by up to 97% since introducing Stratasys 3D printing into its tooling … [Read more...] about How to create molds in less than 24 hours with 3D printing
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3D printers for digital dentistry
Stratasys Ltd. (Nasdaq:SSYS), a global leader of 3D printing and additive manufacturing solutions introduced what it claims are "the highest precision wax 3D printers available to the dental industry." The Stratasys CrownWorx and FrameWorx 3D … [Read more...] about 3D printers for digital dentistry
3D printing and scanning movie expert headlines RAPID keynote lineup
I've seen Jason Lopes, lead systems engineer for Legacy Effects, speak at AMUG for the past couple of years. His presentations are not to be missed. He is inspiring in the number of ways he and his team use many types of 3D printing and additive … [Read more...] about 3D printing and scanning movie expert headlines RAPID keynote lineup
With 3D printing materials, knowledge is power
The more you know about available materials, the easier it will be to get the final build results you seek. By Leslie Langnau, Managing Editor The key to a thriving 3D printing / additive manufacturing (3DP/AM) industry will be materials. For … [Read more...] about With 3D printing materials, knowledge is power
How to 3D print a Superhero suit
Legacy Effects is a special effects house used in the entertainment industry to build all kinds of creatures, superhero suits, and special effects. They have a number of 3D printers, all used to develop these products. Here's a fun video on the … [Read more...] about How to 3D print a Superhero suit
Additive Manufacturing Users Group Recognizes Distinguished Service
The Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) announced recipients of awards for excellence and service. The awards were presented at the 26th annual users group conference in Tucson, Arizona. During the annual Awards Banquet, the association … [Read more...] about Additive Manufacturing Users Group Recognizes Distinguished Service
High School students develop innovative 3d printing products for Ohio design contest
Junior Reanna Britting's product was selected as the top placer leading Westlake High School to the team title in the inaugural Southwestern Conference (SWC) Design Contest. Sponsored by the Rapid prototype and manufacturing (rp+m) company, students … [Read more...] about High School students develop innovative 3d printing products for Ohio design contest
The trend is to go big
Jason Lopes of Legacy Effects gives an inspiring presentation. His team of effects wizards and makeup artists use seven different additive manufacturing machines to help movie and commercial directors bring their entertainment vision to life. I … [Read more...] about The trend is to go big
AMUG 2014: the latest developments in 3D printing
The Additive Manufacturers User Group (AMUG) conference has always been a bit different from other conferences or shows, as it emphasizes hands-on learning. This year’s conference is the largest yet, with 600+ registrants. In addition, 60 exhibitors … [Read more...] about AMUG 2014: the latest developments in 3D printing
Tough material for PolyJet 3D Printers fits parts parts with flexible living hinges or snap fits
Stratasys Ltd. (Nasdaq: SSYS), a leading global provider of 3D printing and additive manufacturing solutions, introduced Endur, an advanced simulated polypropylene material for use with all Objet EdenV, Objet Connex, Objet500 Connex3 and Objet 30Pro … [Read more...] about Tough material for PolyJet 3D Printers fits parts parts with flexible living hinges or snap fits