The Digital Thread
Your blog feed for manufacturing resources, in-depth features, and industry news.
Reducing Total Cost of Ownership Throughout the Product Life Cycle
See how digital technologies and advanced manufacturing are transforming production, driving a new industrial revolution known as Industry 4.0.
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Industry Spotlight
Lean Manufacturing in the Age of Digital
Posted on May 16, 2017 by Rob Bodor
From design through on-demand production, digital manufacturing is catapulting lean manufacturing to another level.
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Industry Spotlight
Boeing Saves Millions in Manufacturing Costs with Titanium 3D Printing
Posted on May 15, 2017 by Proto Labs
Boeing announces partnership with Norsk Titanium to produce 3D-printed, titanium parts for the new 787 Dreamliner.
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Events
New 3D Printing Technologies Showcased at RAPID 2017
Posted on May 12, 2017 by Proto Labs
A recap of major 3D printing announcements and trends at RAPID 2017 in Pittsburgh.
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How to Create a Successful Outsourcing Partnership
Posted on May 10, 2017 by Proto Labs
How product-driven companies can create successful outsourcing partnerships to manage demand.