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...]
Model Solution delivers prototypes in 7 days
Model Solution is a precision prototyping, tooling and low volume manufacturing service provider with an edge—the company likes to handle challenges, those unusual, custom parts that require out-of-the-box thinking. As part of the Laird group, Model … [Read more...]
When the model prototype has to work
A key stage in product design is convincing investors that you have a great product. The best way to convince them is with a functional model. It’s developing that model that can be a challenge. In January 2014, Canadian start-up Thalmic needed a … [Read more...]
Proto Labs introduces rapid insert molding
Proto Labs Inc. (NYSE: PRLB), a leading online and technology-enabled quick-turn manufacturer, officially launched its insert molding service at Pacific Design & Manufacturing in Anaheim this week, expanding on the company’s rapid injection … [Read more...]
Schneider Electric cuts development time and cost using 3D printing
According to Schneider Electric, 3D printing is delivering time and cost reductions of up to 90% throughout its manufacturing process, including injection molds, manufacturing tool prototypes and product prototypes. Schneider Electric is working … [Read more...]
Using injection molding to reduce part count
3D printing is often viewed as the best technology to use to reduce part count. But there are times when injection molding serves this function better. For Smalley, an Illinois-based wave-spring manufacturer that serves aerospace, automotive, oil … [Read more...]
Proto Labs rapid overmolding advances injection molding services
Proto Labs Inc. (NYSE: PRLB), an online and technology-enabled quick-turn manufacturer, officially launched its overmolding service — expanding on the company’s rapid injection molding offerings. This new capability can produce 25 to 10,000+ custom … [Read more...]
Somos material suits the 3D printing of injection molds
A key benefit of using 3D printing is the ability to produce short-runs of end use parts for testing or for direct use in hours. The engineering and design team at Wehl & Partner has been able to help customers realize these benefits using … [Read more...]
3D printing versus injection molding
Many 3D printing proponents say 3D printing is a great alternative to injection molding for your mold needs. But is it really? Here’s a look at the arguments for and against. Kip Hanson, Contributing writer Additive manufacturing, also known … [Read more...]
Will 3D Printing be the demise of Plastic Injection Molding?
By Denny Scher Some observers of the plastics manufacturing industry, especially those with a vested interest, would like to have you believe that 3D printing is going to be the demise of injection molding. While there are certainly cases where 3D … [Read more...]
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