3D printing was originally invented to reduce the time it takes to develop an engineering prototype. The idea was for thousands of engineers to have their own personal machines at their disposal. Today, that idea has evolved. New 3D printing … [Read more...] about Innovative service providers emerging as key trend in 3D printing
Machining / Milling
Special pricing on desktop 3D printers and milling machines
When asked, many potential users of desktop 3D printers and milling machines say cost is a big factor in the purchase decision. So, for all of you who are looking for a price break, check out the limited-time 3D product promotion from Roland DGA. … [Read more...] about Special pricing on desktop 3D printers and milling machines
Making machine tool drills using additive manufacturing
The days when precision tools and additive manufacturing strategies could not co-exist are history. The new Mapal QTD-series insert drill proves this. For the first time, the precision tool specialists from Aalen are manufacturing drills additively, … [Read more...] about Making machine tool drills using additive manufacturing
Additive manufacturing helps build a system that blends multiple solar technologies
A debate is going on in the additive manufacturing and manufacturing world, with some proponents pushing for the elimination of traditional manufacturing methods (such as CNCs and injection molding) in favor of solely additive manufacturing. For … [Read more...] about Additive manufacturing helps build a system that blends multiple solar technologies
PTI offers the hybrid Lumex Avance-25 for additive manufacturing needs
One concern a number of engineers have about additive manufacturing and 3D printing is the finishing process. How can this process be made simpler and easier? In the last year or two, a couple of hybrid machines that combine additive manufacturing … [Read more...] about PTI offers the hybrid Lumex Avance-25 for additive manufacturing needs
Roland DGA unveils a 3D printer and new milling machine
Roland DGA Corporation, a leading manufacturer of wide-format inkjet printers and 3D devices, released the monoFab™ series, including the company’s first additive 3D printer, the ARM-10, and a new compact 3D subtractive milling machine, the … [Read more...] about Roland DGA unveils a 3D printer and new milling machine
FineLine Prototyping acquired by Proto Labs
A couple of months ago, we reported that Proto Labs acquired FineLine Prototyping, Inc. a leading provider of additive manufacturing services. This move enables Proto Labs to offer a wider range of prototyping services, now that it has added additive … [Read more...] about FineLine Prototyping acquired by Proto Labs
For custom prototyping, an innovative desktop milling machine
We truly are in the era of desktop manufacturing. A couple of companies offer desktop subtractive machines, but a new entrant to this market offers an even smaller, lower cost machine that also delivers a nice accuracy. This entrant is the Other … [Read more...] about For custom prototyping, an innovative desktop milling machine
Jump start your innovation with the Cool Idea Awards program
Do you have a great idea but are not sure where to begin? Then check out the Proto Labs Cool Idea! Award program. Over the past years, this program has helped innovators take their idea to manufacturing, then on to market. Make Parts Fast has covered … [Read more...] about Jump start your innovation with the Cool Idea Awards program
Selecting the right materials for your parts
There are more than 85,000 commercial options for plastic materials listed in materials databases, and within those, there are 45 polymer families which can be broadly classified into two categories: thermosets and thermoplastics. Proto Labs … [Read more...] about Selecting the right materials for your parts
