The Digital Thread

Making nylon parts stronger isn’t difficult. All it takes is the addition of glass to your base material. Explore the pros and cons of glass-filled nylon.

A look at the key differences between Multi Jet Fusion and selective laser sintering and how to determine the optimal process for your application.

See where injection moulding shines across industries, with examples, design tips, and scaling strategies.

An overview of materials with flame-retardant characteristics and the UL 94 classification.

Explore how digital manufacturing techniques aid in process traceability for injection moulding.

This blogs deep dives into ABS injection moulding. Easy to work with, with a quality surface finish and relatively low purchase cost are just some of the reasons ABS is so popular for mass production. Continue reading to find out more.

Designing for Multi Jet Fusion differs from other 3D printing processes. In this blog we explore considerations and pitfalls when designing a part for MJF.

Torn between 3D printing, CNC machining and Injection Moulding as a manufacturing process for your product? Learn how to pick the right process at Protolabs

Choosing to use ABS, polycarbonate (PC), or combining them is a popular way to get strong machined, printed, or moulded parts. There are a lot of similarities, but also some significant differences that might help you find just the right one for your parts.

Choosing the best translucent material for your moulded parts isn’t always crystal clear. There are quite a few things to think about before making your final choice of materials and design.

Could recycled injection moulding materials work for your part? This blog compares recycled materials to their traditional counterparts.

ABS and polypropylene (PP) are strong contenders for many projects, but what are the differences?