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This video will look deeper into CNC automation, but perhaps not in the way you think. We will aim to give you insights on how automation can help prove your design and optimise your part and process for cost effective, quick CNC production.
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Selecting the right material for CNC machining can make all the difference if you want to produce a functional part or prototype at a reasonable price.
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Giving design engineers access to a comprehensive manufacturing network builds resilience and improves innovation.
Quality is a keyword related to production results in all sectors of the manufacturing industry, especially the results of CNC machining.
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Protolabs supported Mahle, one of the largest automotive manufacturers in the world, with the development of a new generation of high-voltage heaters.
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Modern Day Technology in Traditional Craftsmanship
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As an engineering designer, there is a lot to be said for keeping a design simple. Just because you can achieve more complex shapes and more precision does not mean that your part needs it, and often costs you more. This insight provides tips on designing for 3 axis CNC machining.
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Getting the right material is just as important as how the part is machined, the wrong decision can cost money. This video will go through some key CNC materials, looking in detail at their costs, characteristics and how to create your own shortlist.
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Relevant Technical Tools And Knowledge Are Key To Achieving Sustainability In Design : But It Must Be Freely Available.
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Brought to you by Protolabs in partnership with Wevolver and The IET, the series consists of recorded presentations and round table discussions from world leading experts in the various fields of sustainability.
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When manufacturers in the aircraft industry construct jet engines for civil and military aircrafts, they must move a great number of parts and tools from the tooling center to the assembly line, in another building, on a daily basis.
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For a startup manufacturer getting that first product right is crucial for your reputation and future sales. First impressions really do count when you are building up your company and brand equity.
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Manufacturing throughout the product life cycle
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Laser cutting is the process of using a laser beam to vaporize, melt, or otherwise gradually remove material. Computer Numerical Control (CNC) laser cutting commonly uses optics, an assist gas, and a guidance system to direct and focus the laser beam into the workpiece.
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Computer Numerical Control is a manufacturing process in which tools or cutting head paths are pre-programmed with the use of computer software. Before CNC equipment existed, machining and cutting were completed by operating hand wheels, levers, or mechanical cams that followed a fabricated pattern.
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