By Jack Rulander, Senior R&D Engineer, Protolabs Injection molding is responsible for bringing us many of the products we rely on daily, from children’s toys to household items and smartphones. Working for a digital manufacturer that serves … [Read more...] about 6 mistakes to avoid when injection molding
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Getting started with design for manufacturing (DFM)
More engineers are embracing design for manufacturing (DFM) to streamline production workflows. Industry leaders such as Apple, GE, and Samsung have already adopted DFM as part of their standard practices. If you're using the "over the wall" … [Read more...] about Getting started with design for manufacturing (DFM)
3D printing gets faster, better, and more automated in 2023
With the AMUG Conference and Rapid+TCT under our belt, the AM industry has already covered a lot of ground in 2023. So far this year, we’ve seen an uptake in interest across all sectors on how 3D printing technology can boost production, transform … [Read more...] about 3D printing gets faster, better, and more automated in 2023
Berkeley space team has “Eureka” moment with 3D printing
The Space Enterprise Berkeley (SEB) team successfully launched their first-ever liquid-fueled rocket, Eureka-1, which reached 11,024 ft in December last year. The collegiate team partnered with Protolabs to create parts for Eureka-1’s plenum and … [Read more...] about Berkeley space team has “Eureka” moment with 3D printing
Protolabs launch 3D printing DFM analysis for a faster turnaround
Protolabs has launched Design for Manufacturability analysis for 3D printed parts, offering peace of mind to manufacturers across Europe. It is a significant advancement to the 3D printing offering as it provides added assurance that a part is … [Read more...] about Protolabs launch 3D printing DFM analysis for a faster turnaround
How to avoid over engineering a part
3D printing/additive manufacturing can help designers simplify a part, reducing assembly steps in many cases, and creating a better end product. Is it possible, though, to over engineer a part? 3D printing engineers like Eric Utley of Protolabs see … [Read more...] about How to avoid over engineering a part
Using 3D printing to bring people together, enable invention, and inspire at-risk youth
Digital manufacturing leader Protolabs announced that The BOOM has been selected as a winner of the Cool Idea Award, a manufacturing grant used to help accelerate the development of innovative products. The BOOM is an organization that empowers … [Read more...] about Using 3D printing to bring people together, enable invention, and inspire at-risk youth
Trends in aerospace and automotive additive manufacturing
The aerospace industry was an early adopter of additive technology, followed by the automotive industry. Where do these industries stand in relation to additive technology today? In a recent interview, David Giebenhain, global product director at … [Read more...] about Trends in aerospace and automotive additive manufacturing
Material considerations when moving to 3D printing
By Jon Eric Van Roekel, Protolabs Advancements in 3D printing have made it a proven, industrial-grade manufacturing practice for end-use parts that is shaping product design. At Protolabs, we are seeing this evolution firsthand as customers are … [Read more...] about Material considerations when moving to 3D printing
Protolabs 3D printing achieves DNV certification
A key metric for Oil & Gas and the wider energy sector, this certification will provide important assurances around part performance and equipment safety for the demanding conditions of the sector. Protolabs, a world leading digital … [Read more...] about Protolabs 3D printing achieves DNV certification
