This blog post will demonstrate the importance of using the Mastercam 2023 stock models in 3D machining. First, let’s explain what a stock model is. Stock Model is a utility that allows you to create a “snapshot” of the workpiece at any given point during the machining process. This “snapshot” can then be used to streamline toolpath motion for irregularly-shaped stock and re-machining operations. In this example, we will use a 3D High-Speed Area Rough [...]
HP has unveiled its new polymer Multi Jet Fusion (MJF) 5420 system. This machine is capable of 3D printing high-quality white parts for customers in the automotive, consumer, healthcare, and industrial markets. It features a 380 x 284 x 380 mm build volume and a 3380.84 cm3 per hour print speed, the system is designed to allow users to manufacture with industrial-grade reliability, a low cost per print, and enhanced part performance predictability. According to [...]
Upgrade & automate your printer farm with the new Automation Ecosystem. Our friends at Formlabs are introducing their new Automation Ecosystem to further advance desktop 3D Printing and help bring new ideas to life faster than ever with the Form Auto, the Fleet Control, and the High Volume Resin System. The Automation Ecosystem achieves 24/7 part production without operator intervention, enabling high throughput 3D Printing at scale. Reach new levels of productivity and lower cost [...]
Analyzing airfoil shapes is easier than ever using the Control X Airfoil Analysis technology. Upon completion of scanning the airfoil and aligning with the nominal CAD model, the software is able to return dozens of useful parameters, necessary for complete airfoil analysis. Some of the parameters include: Leading and trailing edge radii Leading and trailing edge positions in space Maximum chord height Leading (and trailing) Edge position in space relative to the model origin Axial [...]
Metal 3D Printing with Ultimaker In this week's 2 Minute Tuesday, we will examine how easy it is to produce high-quality metal 3D prints on your desktop FDM printer.
This blog post will outline the benefits of upgrading a Mastercam 2D Mill or Router seat to Mastercam 3D Mill or Router. There are many shops that only have the capability of machining using 3-axis. In recent years, as machines get older and are replaced or as shops expand, some are looking to add some form of multi-axis machine. We are going to look at moving directly from 3-axis machinery to 5-axis machinery. Since most [...]
Meet the Ultimaker S7 3D printer your gateway to the entire UltiMaker platform. UltiMaker took everything their users loved about the award-wining S5 and made it even better, so it can be trusted to do its job while you do yours. Easy printing. Easy breathing. The integrated air manager filters out 95% of UFP's while also keeping the build chamber carefully regulated. Not only does this increase peace of mind about air quality, but also boosts [...]
In an effort to keep our 3DP demo equipment updated with the latest cutting-edge technology, we are going to sell our Xact Metal XM200C to make room for an XM200G. The printer will be discounted by 20%. It will also include a year of extended warranty as if it was sold new. All-in for this unit should be less than $117k assuming standard configuration. This represents over $19k in savings compared to the new pricing! If [...]
