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This blog explores some of the most common injection moulding defects, how to identify them, how problematic they are and how to prevent them.

Understand what benefits short run injection moulding can provide to product teams, such as reducing time to market and development costs.

We're often asked what's the best material for selective laser sintering (SLS)? Learn more about the elements which might influence your choice of material for SLS.

Understand the differences between two terms often confused with one another—jigs and fixtures.

Sustainable Mobility can be defined in many ways. Is it a concept for transforming how we transport from an ecological standpoint or Is it taking into account the accessibility of travel? In this blog, we explore key areas that play a crucial role in defining sustainable mobility.

Discover why engineers are selecting 5-axis indexed milling for their parts. This blog looks at the advantages of 5-axis indexed milling.

CNC machining, where precision meets innovation. In this blog we'll explore the macroscopic number of technical terms that shape the landscape of CNC machining, and dismantle them - to gain a true understanding of their meaning.

Lean Manufacturing (or Lean Production) has been around for years (since 1450 to be precise), but what is lean manufacturing and why is it important? Learn more

Advances in the technology used in custom fabrication has opened up a world of possibility for product designers and developers. Find out more at Protolabs

Traditional mould materials for injection moulding have evolved over the years. This blog looks at Aluminium mould tools and how they are reshaping the manufacturing industry.

Whether you're new to 3D print or a seasoned engineer with years of experience under your belt, visit Protolabs to delve into our dictionary of 3D print.

Regardless of which drawing method you use, it's almost impossible to perfect it first time around. This is where DFM and DFAM come in...