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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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Tech Tips
Improving Performance and Cosmetics in 3D-Printed Parts with Secondary Operations
Posted on June 13, 2017 by Tony Holtz
Secondary operations on 3D-printed parts can improve performance and enhance cosmetics.
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Industry Spotlight
Augmented Reality Moves from Recreation to Industry
Posted on June 8, 2017 by Angelo Gentile
Augmented reality means business as companies like Apple apply the technology to commercial use.
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Eye on Innovation
Hybrid Manufacturing Combines 3D Printing, Machining
Posted on June 2, 2017 by Angelo Gentile
3D printing is now combined with CNC machining in a multi-tasking tool system now offered by Hybrid Manufacturing Technologies.
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Tech Tips
Rapid Prototyping: There’s More Than One Way to Skin a CAD
Posted on May 31, 2017 by Matt Ahart
There's more than one way to validate and test your design. This post examines the benefits of various prototypes and when each is most appropriate.