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Tough Black (Loctite Henkel 3843) and Ceramic-Filled (BASF 3280) are two new advanced photopolymer materials now available for 3D printing.

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We partnered with NASA to machine a crowdsourced, generatively designed part that was delivered in only 36 hours so the design could be presented at the PowerSource Global Summit.

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3D CAD models

Tech Tips

August 20, 2020

The Benefits of Moving from 2D Drawings to 3D CAD Files

Moving from 2D drawings to 3D CAD technology offers multiple advantages.

By John Carrington

Inconel 718

Materials Science

August 11, 2020

Inconel 718: A Workhorse Material for Additive Manufacturing

Inconel 718 is a go-to material for additive manufacturing of metal parts.

Digital manufacturing and artificial intelligence

Digital Manufacturing

July 28, 2020

Artificial Intelligence Brings Efficiencies to Digital Manufacturing

Artificial intelligence brings efficiencies, flexibility to digital manufacturing

By Rob Bodor and Rich Baker

Additive manufacturing and 3D printing myths and facts

MFG 360

July 20, 2020

Top 10 Myths of Additive Manufacturing

Explore top myths about 3D printing and get the straight facts about this revolutionary technology from additive manufacturing expert Terry Wohlers.

By Terry Wohlers

Post-Printing for Polyjet

Digital Manufacturing

July 17, 2020

Post-Printing Automation Accelerates PolyJet Process

Post-printing automation accelerates PolyJet's 3D printing process and improves efficiencies.

Fluid handling microfluidics part

Materials Science

June 24, 2020

VALOX 357 Boasts Strong Chemical, Heat Resistance for Plastic Parts

The Polybutylene Terephthalate’s strong resistance, stability, and processability make it a versatile plastic useful in a variety industries.

By Nicole Hopper

Elastomeric materials

Tech Tips

June 15, 2020

Minimizing Creep and Stress Relaxation in Elastomeric Parts

Minimizing creep and stress relaxation is a key consideration when designing elastomeric parts.

Industry 4.0 Makes Supply Chains More Agile

MFG 360

June 4, 2020

Industry 4.0 Makes Supply Chains More Agile

The emergence of Industry 4.0 and digital manufacturing is making supply chains more agile.

CNC machining

Manufacturing Matchup

May 22, 2020

Machining vs. Casting Decision Depends on Volume

The choice of machining vs. casting depends on the quantity of parts to be manufactured.

Glass-filled thermoplastic part

Materials Science

April 27, 2020

Fortron 1140L4 PPS Offers High Strength, Resistance for Molded Parts

Fortron’s heat and chemical resistance, electrical properties, and rigidity make it an ideal plastic for the automotive or electronic industries.

By Nicole Hopper

Medical-grade materials

Tech Tips

April 10, 2020

Medical-Grade Materials Play Vital Role in Product Development, Fight Against COVID-19

Medical-grade materials play vital role in product development and fight against COVID-19

Quick-turn injection molding

Supply Chain

April 1, 2020

Medical Manufacturing Speed, Agility Crucial During Pandemic

As the medical industry faces unprecedented challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic, manufacturers are stepping up to help with supply chain disruption and shortages.

By Chris Stevens