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
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3d printing with paper at RAPID
Mcor Technologies Ltd is the only manufacturer of desktop paper-based 3D printers. The company will be showing its line of printers at RAPID 2015 in booth 830. These printers can create complex, durable and stable physical 3D models from standard … [Read more...] about 3d printing with paper at RAPID
Trends to watch in additive manufacturing
By the morning of the second day at the AMUG conference, the meme “Cool sh...t” was in full use. And after listening to Dr. Lonnie Love of Oak Ridge National Laboratories and all the #cool sh..t going on there, and Graham Trohman and Stefan Ritt and … [Read more...] about Trends to watch in additive manufacturing
Are 3D printing companies shifting their focus?
An interesting development is emerging with the major 3D printing manufacturers. In addition to making 3D printing and additive manufacturing machines, manufacturers are adding to and expanding their ability to make your part for you. Now, 3D … [Read more...] about Are 3D printing companies shifting their focus?
Underwriters Laboratories offers a resource for 3D printing info needs
Underwriters Laboratories is working to address the short-term and long-term performance and safety concerns of 3D printers and additive manufacturing systems. Recently, UL initiated a number of initiatives that will help designers confidently … [Read more...] about Underwriters Laboratories offers a resource for 3D printing info needs
Tips for improving 3D printing workflows
Recently we held a webinar on three of the main software programs available that help prepare a CAD design for 3D printing / additive manufacturing (Magics, Rhino3DPRINT, and Spark). Our presenters* offered a number of suggestions, which are … [Read more...] about Tips for improving 3D printing workflows
Creating multi-metal custom heat exchangers with 3D printing
Founded in 2011, Fabrisonic LLC provides 3D metal printing services for equipment and contract services using its ultrasonic additive manufacturing (UAM) process, which uses the power of sound to merge layers of metal foil. Like other additive … [Read more...] about Creating multi-metal custom heat exchangers with 3D printing
Additive manufacturing turns design efficiency on its head
Design cost out by increasing part complexity. Tyler Reid, Manufacturing Application Manager, GoEngineer Engineers are normally introduced to the concept of design for manufacture (DFM) while in school. But the reality is that the majority of … [Read more...] about Additive manufacturing turns design efficiency on its head
Get the latest 3D printing developments at the AMUG and RAPID Conferencess
For the professional user of additive manufacturing systems, there are two key conferences. This year, the first one up is The Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) Education & Training Conference, which will be held in Jacksonville, Florida, … [Read more...] about Get the latest 3D printing developments at the AMUG and RAPID Conferencess
Connect, learn, and get inspired at AMUG conference
The Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) announced its featured keynote speakers for the 2015 AMUG Education & Training Conference, which will be held in Jacksonville, Florida, from April 19 – 23, 2015. Lonnie Love, Jason Lopes and Todd … [Read more...] about Connect, learn, and get inspired at AMUG conference