Manufacturing

Electroforming for Engineers: tailoring materials and properties to meet engineering demands

Electroforming is an Additive Manufacturing process specialized for the production of high-precision metal parts. Nickel, due to its expansive range of mechanical properties, aesthetic appeal, and resistance to corrosion, has become the most widely used material for this process. It not only enables the reproduction of extremely fine details but also permits the deposition of materials with high hardness. Electroforming technology allows depositing metal alloys to tailor specific material properties like mechanical or thermal characteristics.

Ronald Zieverink

 from 

Veco B.V.-

25 Sep, 2023

3 minutes read

Inkjet Printing of Solder Mask

There are three big topics that shape the production environment of today and tomorrow: digitalization, additive manufacturing, and preserving natural resources/zero waste. Learn how inkjet printing achieves these in PCB manufacturing.

Khasha Ghaffarzadeh

 from 

TechBlick-

25 Sep, 2023

8 minutes read

Sheet Metal Design Tips For Bending

This article will give you 10 essential tips to create a perfect design for a sheet metal part using bending technologies.

Nikolaus Mroncz

 from 

Xometry Europe-

22 Sep, 2023

5 minutes read

Your Guide to Large Scale 3D Printing With ASA Filament

Here’s everything you need to know about BigRep ASA 3D printing filament, from material properties and benefits, to best practices and use cases.

American Magic's Team Gears Up for the 37th America's Cup With Creaform

The New York City Yacht Club’s American Magic team once again chooses Creaform’s 3D measurement technologies to gear up for the next America’s Cup. Learn more.

Team Creaform

 from 

Creaform-

21 Sep, 2023

2 minutes read

Hands for Ukraine: The Victoria Hand Project's 3D Printing Initiative to Democratize Access to Prosthetic Care in Ukraine

In a world often defined by disparities in healthcare access, Victoria Hand Project, a Canadian charity, is a beacon of hope. Founded in 2015 with the mission to provide accessible 3D-printed prosthetic care to under-resourced communities around the world, Victoria Hand Project has transformed lives by combining cutting-edge technology with compassionate outreach.

Team Ultimaker

 from 

UltiMaker-

19 Sep, 2023

5 minutes read

3D Printing Brims (vs Rafts vs Skirts): How to Get Started

Brims, rafts, and skirts are FDM 3D printing techniques that can enable better bed adhesion and print stability. Here’s how and when to use them.

TPU vs PLA: Choosing Between Flexible and Rigid Filament for 3D Printing

FDM 3D printer users who want more elasticity from their prints often turn to TPU filament, a flexible alternative to PLA with numerous benefits. But what else should you consider when looking at TPU vs PLA?

Protolabs helps Arrow Lake develop ozone system that cuts costs by 20 percent

Clean by ozone. It’s a term many may not be familiar with but for Arrow Lake they are on a mission to develop the world’s most efficient ozone technology and energy-efficient solutions with help from Protolabs.

Polly Howe

 from 

Protolabs-

18 Sep, 2023

5 minutes read

How do you choose the perfect 3D printing filament - A comprehensive overview of large scale printing materials

When it comes to FFF (Fused Filament Fabrication) 3D printing, selecting the appropriate printing material is crucial and should never be underestimated.

What is an Actuator? Types, Principles, and Applications

Actuators are an integral part of instrumentation systems that power the machines that exist today. These devices make it possible for the machines to interact with their surroundings the way they do. In this article, we take a closer look at the omnipresent technology.

How On-Demand Manufacturing Powers Unmanned Logistic Vehicles Revolution

In this article, let’s delve into how on-demand manufacturing holds the potential to accelerate the development of unmanned logistic vehicles, leading to more efficient and agile industry practices.

Team RPWORLD

 from 

RPWORLD-

14 Sep, 2023

3 minutes read

Wearable Technology Improves Safety and Significantly Reduces Mining Accidents

Despite an enormous effort and a significant reduction in fatality rates, mining remains one of the most hazardous industries for workers. However, new technologies are starting a safety revolution, while simultaneously fueling the mining industry’s digital transformation.

Ivan Grishkin

 from 

GearEX-

13 Sep, 2023

7 minutes read

How to anneal your PET CF part for better performance

3D printing offers a world of possibilities for creating functional parts that are more affordable and customizable than those made with traditional manufacturing techniques. However, you have to be careful to match the material you are printing to your specific performance requirements. The recently released UltiMaker PET CF is a carbon fiber composite material that has impressive strength, stiffness, and heat resistance properties, making it perfect for creating high-performance parts.

Arun Chapman

 from 

UltiMaker-

13 Sep, 2023

5 minutes read

Your Guide to 3D Printing BigRep PA12 CF

Today, BigRep’s large-format 3D printers are used for an incredibly broad range of applications, from large-scale models and prototypes to industrial end-use parts. It goes without saying that its range of 3D printer models are vital to this diversity, but the company’s materials, all optimized for large-format printing, also play a crucial role.