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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
By Protolabs
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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
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Lexan 940 for injection molding
Materials Science
March 27, 2020

Lexan 940 Offers Good Looks and Strength for Molded Parts

Lexan 940 resin continues to be a staple polycarbonate (PC) used for injection molding.
By Steve Konick
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Tensile Testing for 3D Printing Materials
MFG 360
March 24, 2020

Tensile Testing for 3D Printing Materials

Tensile strength testing for 3D printing materials determines how a material will behave under load.
By Protolabs
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Welding vs. Riveting
Tech Tips
March 12, 2020

Welding vs. Riveting: Fusing Sheet Metal Parts

When fusing pieces of sheet metal together, consider using welding or riveting processes.
By Steve Konick
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Scientific Molding Supports On-Demand Manufacturing Capabilities
MFG 360
March 9, 2020

Scientific Molding Supports On-Demand Manufacturing Capabilities

Scientific molding is the foundation for Protolabs' on-demand manufacturing capabilities.
By Jack Rulander
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Is it Time to Reboot Your Supply Chain?
Supply Chain
February 26, 2020

Is it Time to Reboot Your Supply Chain?

Procurement managers are turning to digital manufacturing to help tame supply chain disruption.
By Bernie Henderson
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Metal 3D printing with copper
Materials Science
February 14, 2020

Metal 3D Printing with Copper Offers Excellent Mechanical Properties

Metal 3D printing with a copper alloy offers excellent mechanical properties with high thermal and electrical conductivity.
By Joseph Iannuzzelli
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Local vs. Export Molds: Mitigate Production Risk Before Choosing
MFG 360
February 4, 2020

Local vs. Export Molds: Mitigate Production Risk Before Choosing

When choosing between local or export molds, mitigate production risk before deciding.
By Lora Osborn
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Delrin part examples
Materials Science
January 28, 2020

Delrin Material Properties Offer Strong, Versatile Plastic Alternative to Metal

Consider Delrin as an excellent plastic replacement for metal because of its strength, versatility.
By Protolabs
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Onshoring Options Offer More Efficient Supply Chain Management
Supply Chain
January 9, 2020

Onshoring Options Offer More Efficient Supply Chain Management

Reap the benefits of on-shoring with on-demand production to create a more efficient supply chain.
By Protolabs
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High fashion meets industrial 3D printing at annual Met Gala
Digital Manufacturing
December 6, 2019

Haute Couture Meets Industrial 3D Printing: How it All Came Together

High fashion took a deep dive into 3D-printed clothes and accessories at the 2019 Met Gala
By Eric Utley
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