ROCK HILL, S.C. -- 3D Systems Corporation (Nasdaq:TDSC) announced that American Precision Prototyping, LLC ("APP") has joined its 3Dproparts(TM) network. APP, which is already an authorized 3D Systems Preferred Service Provider, operates multiple 3D … [Read more...] about American Precision Prototyping Becomes First 3Dproparts(TM) Preferred Channel Partner
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Quickparts Launches Same Day Shipping SLA Parts
ATLANTA, GA - Quickparts launches their new "Same Day Shipping" option for stereolithography (SLA) parts. The focus of this new service is to ensure that product designers have an overnight option which is quick and easy to utilize. The simplicity … [Read more...] about Quickparts Launches Same Day Shipping SLA Parts
New Metal Materials Help Develop Stronger, More Complex Products
RP material suppliers offer new products that can improve your manufacturing processes and subsequently bolster product quality.CobaltChrome dental crowns and bridges are being built in an EOSINT M 270 with direct metal laser sintering (DMLS). The … [Read more...] about New Metal Materials Help Develop Stronger, More Complex Products
EOS Partnerships
EOS, a leading manufacturer of laser-sintering systems, and Advanced Laser Materials, LLC (ALM), a developer and manufacturer of materials for rapid manufacturing processes, announced a strategic partnership recently. The collaboration combines the … [Read more...] about EOS Partnerships
Competitive Comparisons of RP Capabilities
Is it important to you how faithfully your designs can be created when weighing rapid prototyping or digital manufacturing options? Then you will want to learn about Fineline’s Technology Comparator, a standard test part with a variety of … [Read more...] about Competitive Comparisons of RP Capabilities
Discover the Secrets of Selective Laser Sintering
Rapid Prototyping started out as a tool for large OEMs in aerospace, automotive, and consumer products. In the next few years, it may become standard procedure for plastics processors large and small. You can use a variety of processes to obtain a … [Read more...] about Discover the Secrets of Selective Laser Sintering
Multi-Jet Modeling Helps Rush New Design to Market
Today hearing instruments have become so small,” said Cameron Hay, Unitron Hearing president and CEO, “that controls are being reduced to a size where the targeted audience has trouble using them.” The product’s small size provides a challenge for … [Read more...] about Multi-Jet Modeling Helps Rush New Design to Market
New Materials for Laser Sintering
High-performance polymers are viewed as key materials of the future. They are well-suited for numerous applications including aviation and medical because of a combination of properties such as flame retardance, light weight, high tensile strength, … [Read more...] about New Materials for Laser Sintering
Optical Advances Speed Rapid Prototyping
Rapid prototyping leverages computer aided designs (CAD) create in a relatively short time a three-dimensional object that once may have taken months to fabricate. Now, advances in lasers and optics are making such systems easier and faster to … [Read more...] about Optical Advances Speed Rapid Prototyping
University Race Team Uses Sintered Engine System
Duraform PA plastic withstands challenging environments — including under-the-hood applications in motorsports. With high strength plus heat and chemical resistance, the PA plastic is a tough material for custom manufacturing of end-use parts.Oregon … [Read more...] about University Race Team Uses Sintered Engine System