In the 3D printing world, we are in a period of thinking only good things about this technology. However, for many engineers, the idea of “democratizing” the design and manufacture of parts brings up nightmare scenarios. For example, let’s say an … [Read more...] about The potential nightmare of “democratizing” 3D printing
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Paramount Industries, Inc. achieves AS9100C certification
Paramount Industries, Inc., a world-class rapid product development, rapid manufacturing and rapid deployment company, announced the successful completion of an AS9100 REV C audit resulting in its Langhorne facility's achieving AS9100C certification. … [Read more...] about Paramount Industries, Inc. achieves AS9100C certification
Using an Easter Egg to play with architectural concepts of structure, light, and shadow
Fourfoursixsix, an acclaimed international architecture practice; EOS, a leading manufacturer of laser-sintering systems; and Ogle Models, makers of exquisite, cutting-edge models; are delighted to support the world’s biggest egg hunt this Easter. … [Read more...] about Using an Easter Egg to play with architectural concepts of structure, light, and shadow
Paramount Industries promotes high temperature laser sintering
More government agencies and manufacturers are sourcing laser sintering for direct part production. In contrast to traditional manufacturing methods, laser sintering can deliver plastic parts with highly complex geometries with impressive … [Read more...] about Paramount Industries promotes high temperature laser sintering
3D printing’s stellar, amazing year
What a year 3D printing technology had in 2011! This approximately 25 year-old industry is enjoying a second round of “good buzz” thanks in large part to what have been labeled personal sized, hobby, or Maker units and the media fascination … [Read more...] about 3D printing’s stellar, amazing year
If you draw it, will it “print”?
The processes involved in Additive manufacturing (AM), including 3D printing, stereolithography, polyjet, and fused filament fabrication, all promise design freedom. This technology has not replaced traditional manufacturing yet. So, many parts will … [Read more...] about If you draw it, will it “print”?
Renishaw demonstrates AM capabilities
Renishaw, a global company with core skills in measurement, motion control, spectroscopy and precision machining, also happens to offer additive manufacturing technologies, although the additive technologies are available primarily in Europe. These … [Read more...] about Renishaw demonstrates AM capabilities
3D printing—without supports
Many additive manufacturing processes (AM) and 3D printing designs require the use of support structures during part build. Either the geometry cannot stand on its, own or the material needs support during curing. But support structures frequently … [Read more...] about 3D printing—without supports
Register for Additive Manufacturing Users Group conference
The Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) announced that online registration is now available for its 2012 conference, which will be held in Costa Mesa, California, from April 22 – 26, 2012. The users group conference, now in its 24th year, is … [Read more...] about Register for Additive Manufacturing Users Group conference
Tips on selecting the right rapid prototyping machine
With more than 40 additive manufacturing systems to choose from, from 3D printers to sophisticated SLA/SLS, and FDM systems, how do you narrow that down to a reasonable number without reading every brochure on every system? The Make Parts Fast … [Read more...] about Tips on selecting the right rapid prototyping machine