Formlabs Fuse Series 3D Printers Records Fastest Print Time Ever
Not Only Did the Fuse Series 3D Printers Record the Fastest Print Times But SLA Reaches New Heights Formlabs’ most recent software update, PreForm 3.34.0, introduces several features that can unlock new printing capabilities for both stereolithography (SLA) and selective laser sintering (SLS) workflows. With these updates, the Fuse 1+ 30W makes fast, daily production of full builds possible — print speeds are 25% faster than with previous software, and over three times as fast as original Fuse 1 print times. Now, 95% of fully packed Nylon 12 Powder print jobs will be completed in less than 14 hours, and typical builds will finish in just seven hours. In addition to the 25% speed improvement for the Fuse Series, new build volume parameters for the Form 3 Series increase available height by 4% for desktop and 7% for benchtop SLA, and new workflow updates demonstrate our commitment to continuous improvement for both our powder and resin printing ecosystems. Constant iteration is not just something that 3D printing enables for our customers, but something that we know is necessary for any successful product, including our own. By listening to and incorporating feedback, Formlabs is working to ensure that our printers are powerful, reliable tools [...]
Mastercam Announces the Signing of an Agreement to Acquire Cimquest
I’m excited to announce that Mastercam, in conjunction with Sandvik, has announced the signing of an agreement to acquire Cimquest. This is a natural next step for our Cimquest organization to allow us to expand our technology and support to become more accessible to Mastercam users in the Northeast region of the United States. It is important to note that there are no plans to change relationships with any of our external vendors, customers, or support solutions as a result of this acquisition. We will continue to offer our premier technology and support to our customers. I will be the Vice President, of Integrations and Owned Entities at Mastercam, and Shawn Crews will be the Managing Director of Cimquest. Shawn will act as the liaison between Cimquest and Mastercam; he will also ensure continuity of services and operations for our customers throughout the transition and beyond. Cimquest adds talent, operational efficiency, and diverse perspectives to Mastercam’s ecosystem of solutions. The acquisition allows Cimquest to focus on what we do best: serve our customers! More details on the announcement of the signing of the acquisition’s press release can be found here (Sandvik Announcement). In closing, we are grateful to be part of this fantastic [...]
Working With the Shining 3D FreeScan UE Pro
Today we are going to talk about working with the FreeScan UE Pro laser handheld 3D scanner, brought to you by Shining 3D. Just as CNC machine tool and 3D printer manufacturers design products to address different part sizes, materials, etc. scanners are no different. It takes the expert staff we have at Cimquest to offer guidance and direction for users tasked with choosing the scanning solution that best fits their metrology and reverse engineering requirements. The FreeScan UE Pro is a high-precision, metrology-grade laser scanner. While providing an incredible capability for fine-feature scanning using its 5-laser line mode, it also improves the global position control for large-scale, workpiece scanning by deploying built-in photogrammetry. Among the many excellent characteristics, the UE Pro can scan normal, reflective, and even black parts and can do so all within the same scanning project. Therefore, for parts of varying size details and made up of varying textures (shiny metal, black tubes, etc.), the UE Pro is an excellent selection as it can adapt quickly to these different scanning requirements and challenges. There are three laser controls. The main scanning environment utilizes 26 crossing lasers for getting through large scanning projects very quickly. The 5 parallel laser line [...]
Training Classes – CimCast
Training Classes In our second episode of CimCast, we discuss the Mastercam training classes that Cimquest offers. If you have podcast topic ideas, please send them to cimcast@cimquest-inc.com.
Freeform Webinar Redefining Patient-Specific 3D Design
Oqton Freeform is the industry’s most comprehensive design software for products across many healthcare specialties. With Freeform you can: Design in hours, not days. Break through the limitations of traditional CAD systems with Freeform’s intuitive UI to unlock the incredible advantages of working in the digital world. Please join us for this upcoming webinar. Redefining Patient-Specific 3D Design February 21st, 2024 – 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM EST In this webinar, experts from Oqton and Cimquest will showcase two powerful, digital, and organic design workflows using Oqton's Freeform. We will demonstrate the creation of a craniomaxillofacial implant and its associated cutting guides as well as the design of a custom ankle-foot orthotic. Freeform is the industry’s most comprehensive design software for products across many healthcare specialties. Solve your patient-specific design challenges in the digital world. Register Here
Innovation in Metal 3D Printing: A Look into Our Thriving Partnership with Xact Metal
While the growth of larger players in the metal 3D printing industry has plateaued during the last year, Cimquest’s metal 3DP business has grown 69% year over year. Some of the reasons for that growth are largely due to the popularity of Xact Metal’s printers and the relationship they cultivate with their customers and resellers. Xact Metal offers a unique value proposition; a high quality, easy-to-implement machine that is an excellent entry point into metal additive or to expand your current metal 3D printing capabilities. Thanks to this strong partnership, Cimquest has maintained our position of being Xact Metal’s #1 Global Partner for three years in a row! Additionally, we recently sold our XM200C demo unit and are looking forward to the delivery of our brand new XM200G printer in our Branchburg, NJ office. The XM200G is a greatly enhanced version of the proven, easy-to-use, and cost-effective design of the XM200C metal 3D printer. It incorporates a high-performance galvanometer system that moves the laser beam over the powder bed. This architecture provides faster printing speeds and supports multiple lasers with higher power output (up to two 400-watt fiber lasers). This combination allows for an expanded materials portfolio as well as a larger build [...]