DSM Introduces Most Advanced Stereolithography Resin to Date in Approaching True Thermoplastic Performance: Somos® NeXt
In its ongoing commitment to pushing the boundaries of stereolithography (SL) performance for additive manufacturing, DSM Somos has introduced Somos® NeXt-the industry's most advanced resin to date for approaching true thermoplastic performance. Somos® NeXt produces parts that demonstrate an unprecedented combination of stiffness and toughness which typically characterizes thermoplastics,...
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Fast Prototyping Helps Appliance Maker Change the Look of the Modern Kitchen
A shift in consumer demand and a quick response by a major appliance maker presented a series of challenges for prototyping firm. When consumer tastes change, appliance manufacturers have to respond. That was the case when stainless steel refrigerators came into vogue. Aided by their frequent appearance on home decorating TV shows, appliances with stainless steel outer panels, particularly...
Read More »OEM's Gain Access to Rapid Production Capabilities via Sandvik
Global industrial group, Sandvik, has invested in a technologically advanced direct metal laser sintering machine (DMLS) in order to provide rapid production capabilities to its customers, unique amongst contract manufacturers. Sandvik is now significantly reducing the time required to cost-effectively develop working prototypes, which means its customers can bring new innovations to market far...
Read More »Engineers-in-Training Apply 3D Printing Technology To Advance Flight Technology
Defying gravity is made easy at the University of Maryland A. James Clark School of Engineering. Here, students in the Department of Aerospace Engineering are using high tech 3D printers for a wide range of U.S. Army funded projects, including the analysis of alternate modes of flight for potential military applications. Take a closer look at how 3D printing technology from Objet Geometries is...
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Advantages of Thermoset Plastics vs. Engineered Thermoplastics and Metal Parts
Thermosets and engineered thermoplastics are sometimes better suited to differing situations, but they do have some overlap in relevant use cases.
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3D Model Printing Service optimizes part design.
Utilizing Alaris(TM)30 3D printer, Model Printing and Prototyping Service helps customers optimize part designs, check form and fit, and facilitate tooling before committing to production runs. Service creates true-to-life parts of any kind with accuracy up to 3 in.Â-³ It combines thin 28 µm layers with very small drop size and high resolution of 600 x 600 dpi. Features include...
Read More »Stereolithography Material offers high elongation capability.
Accura® Xtreme Plastic is suited for wide range of prototyping and manufacturing applications including tough enclosures, snap fit assemblies, consumer electronic components, and alternatives for CNC machined parts. It features high impact strength of 0.45 J/cm which combined with elongation at break of up to 22 percent.
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Adding New Product Lines Solidifies Quickparts as the "Home Depot" for Custom Parts
Atlanta, GA - June 16, 2009 -- Quickparts (http://www.quickparts.com), one of North America's largest providers of custom designed parts, from rapid prototyping to production parts, today announced that they will be offering both Plaster and Metal Casting to their already extensive product line portfolio. Rapid Prototyping (RP) is often used with plaster molding processes to circumvent or...
Read More »Quickparts Now Offers a USP Class VI Approved Stereolithography Material for Rapid Prototyping
Atlanta, GA - April 7, 2009 - Quickparts, (http://www.quickparts.com) the leading online provider of custom manufactured plastic and metal parts, announced today the availability of a material that has passed USP Class VI Testing and can be safely used in a variety of medical industry applications. WaterShed® XC 11122 resin is a clear, water-resistant material that is already widely used in...
Read More »Prototyping Reduces Flaws in Wheelchair Design
Multi-level prototyping can save you time, expediting your product's entry to market. Springfield, NJ - January 7, 2009 - Sleek design, cutting edge technology, leather seats. No, we're not talking about the latest sports car hitting the market. Instead, it's a wheelchair. When a wheel chair manufacturer looked to develop the Triple C Comfort Chair they turned to Sigma Design to meet their design...
Read More »Design Prototyping Technologies Adds TangoPlus® and Durus(TM) to Resin Lineup
New resins are available online at DPT's instant quote system and offer advantages to industrial designers and manufacturers looking to outsource 3D printing for projects specifying TangoPlus® FullCure930, DurusWhite® FullCure430 and Digital Materials(TM). SYRACUSE, NEW YORK / October 24, 2008 - Design Prototyping Technologies, a leading provider of rapid prototyping and low-volume...
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Dodge® Raptor Coupling Now Available in Three Larger Sizes
The Dodge Raptor coupling epitomizes the innovation and value that has made Baldor a world leader in industrial electric motors. For almost 100 years Baldor has been the go-to source for industries across the globe. The Raptor coupling is just one example of our dedication to engineered excellence and commitment to providing value and performance. See our video to learn more.
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