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injection molding digital thread
Industry 4.0
September 27, 2021

Global Lighthouse Network Recognizes Protolabs as Leader in Fourth Industrial Revolution

Our injection molding facility in Plymouth, Minn. has been inducted into the World Economic Forum’s Global Lighthouse Network, recognizing our industry leading efforts to implement Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies.
By Protolabs
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CMM Machine
Industry Trends
September 9, 2021

How Data-driven Manufacturing Unlocks Speed and Transparency during Injection Molding Process

Tough economic times and supply chain woes require advanced design and production techniques for injection molding. Digital manufacturing keeps you on-time with automation that helps avoid hiccups in your supply chain.
By Protolabs
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cnc machines
Supply Chain
September 8, 2021

How to Combat Supply Chain Complexities

Supply chains are critical to success, but are often incredibly complicated. Let’s take a look at external supply chains within the National Laboratory system and how digital manufacturing fits in.
By Protolabs
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Digital manufacturing floor
Electric Vehicles
August 16, 2021

5 Ways Electric Vehicle Innovation is Being Driven by Digital Manufacturing

Electric vehicles and the companies that make them are no longer hidden under a veil of secrecy, conducting business in non-descript warehouses up and down the coasts. We’re now in a full on race to develop the best tech possible, put it into EVs, and ultimately deliver them to the masses.
By Rob Young
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Space Rover
Electric Vehicles
August 16, 2021

Back to the Future: As Automakers Drive Toward an Electric Future, a Glimpse Back Reveals a Surprising Battery-powered Heritage

As automakers drive toward an electric future, a glimpse back reveals a surprising battery-powered heritage.
By Steve Konick
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Duke engineering classroom
Education
August 16, 2021

When 3D Printing is the Double-edged Sword that Leads to the ‘Manufacturability Talk’

At our current point in time in the evolution of additive manufacturing, 3D printing serves as both a blessing and a curse with young engineers—thankfully, Protolabs gets it.
By Paul Fearis
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Tesla Electric Vehicle
Electric Vehicles
August 13, 2021

Clean—Not Dirty—Dozen Shows Range of Electric Vehicles Hitting the Market

With all of the emerging EV choices, here’s a snapshot of a dozen emissions-free, electric vehicles that represent the growing variety of innovation emerging in the automotive sector.
By Protolabs
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Dealership lot
Electric Vehicles
August 12, 2021

How to Navigate Supply Challenges as Electronic and Autonomous Vehicle Development Ramps Up

Supply chain disruptions and shortages threaten progress in the the electric and autonomous vehicle industry. Digital manufacturing can help.
By Bernie Henderson
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MJF parts
MFG 360
July 20, 2021

Roundtable Roundup: Multi Jet Fusion

We recently hosted a customer roundtable on leveraging 3D printing for end-use production. Listeners got a behind-the-scenes look at how tech startup, OVR Technology, used HP Multi Jet Fusion 3D printing to reduce development time on its R&D product roadmap.
By Rachel Hunt
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Sheet metal fabrication
MFG 360
July 9, 2021

Sheet Metal Fabrication is a Go-To Choice for Computer Electronics Components

Fabricated sheet metal parts are prevalent in computer electronics components.
By Amanda Tierney
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CNC machining
MFG 360
June 16, 2021

Hard Metals vs. Soft Metals for CNC Machining

Consider these factors before choosing between a hard or soft metal for machining.
By Amanda Tierney
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Supply Chain award from SDCE
Supply Chain
June 16, 2021

Protolabs and Breathe99 recognized as 2021 Top Supply Chain Project

Our work with Breathe99 during the pandemic was recognized as a “Top Supply Chain Project” in 2021.
By Protolabs
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