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3D-Printed Medical Part
3D Printing
29/05/2026

3D Printing is Making Patient Anatomy Easier to Visualise

Discover how 3D printed anatomical models help healthcare teams visualise anatomy, improve training, and prepare for procedures.
By Protolabs
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PolyJet 3D-Printed Part
3D Printing
26/05/2026

How 3D Printing Is Transforming Medical Tool and Equipment Production

How additive manufacturing helps create custom medical tools faster and more efficiently.
By Protolabs
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3D Printing part
3D Printing
03/04/2026

3D Printing Design Optimisation: Strength vs. Aesthetics

How to design parts that perform under load while maintaining a refined, customer-ready finish.
By Protolabs
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Drones
3D Printing
06/03/2026

Manufacturing Lightweight Drone Parts with Advanced MJF

With advanced Multi Jet Fusion technology, engineers can build lighter parts for drones.
By Protolabs
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SLS jig and fixture
product life cycle
03/03/2026

MRO Manufacturing for On-demand Production Support

Fast, reliable MRO manufacturing to support maintenance, repair, and operations without long lead times
By Protolabs
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Industrial 3D printing machines in Protolabs manufacturing facility
3D Printing
24/11/2025

Types of 3D Printing Technology

Learn about the various types of 3D printing technologies available for rapid prototyping and production parts and how to choose the best one for you.
By Protolabs
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CNC Machining
manufacturing
12/09/2025

Understanding Yield Strength

Discover what yield strength is, why it matters for engineers, and how it’s measured. Compare materials and see how yield strength impacts real-world design.
By Protolabs
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CNC Stainless Steel
Materials
11/09/2025

Tool Steel in Manufacturing

Discover tool steel types, properties, and applications in manufacturing. Learn how to choose the right grade for durability, wear resistance, and precision.
By Protolabs
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Robotic arm block prep machine
MFG 360
05/09/2025

How a Digital Approach to CNC Machining Enables Speed

Speed to market is key in product design. Here we break down how digital manufacturing achieves this with tips on sourcing the right digital supplier.
By Protolabs
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Manufacturing
industry insights
28/03/2025

What are the Key Principles of Lean Manufacturing?

Industry leaders are embracing lean manufacturing. It cuts down on waste, improves efficiency, and keeps businesses competitive. Learn about the core principles and how it applies to your business.
By Protolabs
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CNC machining
CNC machining
27/03/2025

The Anatomy of a CNC Machine & How This Influences Output Quality

Compare the features of Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machinery and how they influence part quality. Find out how to get the most out of CNC machining and how technological developments affect the performance of your designs.
By Protolabs
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Injection Moulding Facility
injection moulding
25/11/2024

Rapid Injection Moulding: Fast Tooling for Quick-Turn Parts

Tips for getting fast injection-moulded parts and get to market faster
By Michael Johnson
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