New Mastercam Learning Hub & Free Classes
Mastercam just launched their new Learning Hub on myMastercam. Now you can easily find all Mastercam-related learning content in one place, such as Mastercam University, Mastercam Certification, Mastercam Learning Edition, and more to come. And the best part? . . . Mastercam University is now offered for free to all customers, students, and potential customers! Mastercam University offers 24/7 access to fully online training. The courses are designed to be self-paced. Each lesson contains a set of learning objectives, assessment questions, and challenges to be completed by the student. Existing users will find that Mastercam University features better content structure, more video-based content, and improved local language support. New features for Mastercam University Easy access to all courses inside myMastercam With the new myMastercam Learning Hub, you will now find signing on easier with the elimination of an extra website. With improved course nagivation and structure, you will have access to all Mastercam learning content, including all University courses. New tools to make learning more fun! There is now more video-based content than ever before, as well as improved search and findability of courses. You can also easily resume where you left off with automatic course progress. Improved local language support for non-English [...]
Desktop Metal Qualifies Copper Alloy C18150 for 3D Printing
Desktop Metal partners with global automotive manufacturer and leading material supplier to qualify Copper Alloy C18150 Copper is a highly sought-after, versatile material in metal additive manufacturing, as it can be used in a wide range of applications, from electrical conductors to welding tips, and in more recent investigations as combustion chamber liners. Combining the benefits of 3D printing, such as new design freedoms, with the material properties of copper opens new possibilities and demand for the fabrication of thermal control components. Desktop Metal, in partnership with a global automotive manufacturer and Sandvik Osprey, has qualified binder jetting copper alloy C18150 on a Production System™ P-1 research-and-development system for a production component. Finding the Right Copper Pure copper can be a challenging material to process to high density with the binder jetting process, though many customers desire to take advantage of the geometric freedom and lower costs of 3D printing this conductive material. Copper alloy C18150 uses chromium and zirconium as the primary alloying elements to offer a unique combination of exceptional physical and mechanical properties. The high-performance alloy delivers the strength and hardness, together with the outstanding electrical and thermal conductivity, that many customers seek for thermal transfer applications. The material is [...]
Revolutionizing Mold Making with 3D Printing
Meltio is combining Laser Metal Deposition (LMD) and Dual Wire 3D printing techniques to revolutionize mold making. We're thrilled to introduce you to a game-changing resource that's poised to redefine mold making as we know it. Meltio 3D is proud to present their latest whitepaper, "Mold Making with LMD and Dual Wire". This comprehensive document delves into the convergence of cutting-edge technologies that are reshaping the manufacturing landscape. By combining Laser Metal Deposition (LMD) and Dual Wire techniques, they're revolutionizing mold creation with unparalleled precision and efficiency. Key Highlights of the Whitepaper: In-depth exploration of Laser Metal Deposition (LMD) and Dual Wire technology. Real-world applications and case studies showcasing the transformative impact on mold making. Insights into the synergy between technology and craftsmanship, fostering innovation. Expert perspectives on the future of manufacturing and its limitless potential. We invite you to access the whitepaper by clicking the button below. Whether you're a seasoned industry professional, an academic enthusiast, or simply someone curious about the forefront of innovation, this whitepaper promises valuable insights into the future of mold making. Download the Whitepaper
Manufacturing Day is Coming Up
Celebrated nationally on the first Friday in October, MFG Day is manufacturing’s biggest annual opportunity to inspire the next generation, positively shift perceptions about our industry, and build the foundation for the manufacturing workforce of the future. MFG Day is an initiative of the Manufacturing Institute. The MI builds, diversifies, and strengthens the modern manufacturing workforce and tries to and shift common perceptions about careers in modern manufacturing. It leads skilled training and career development programs and aims to change the state of the workforce. Some Outdated Perceptions of Manufacturing Many people hold many misconceptions about the manufacturing industry. Many people think the industry doesn’t provide fulfilling or even well-paying careers, especially for the younger workers. Manufacturing jobs don’t offer a fulfilling career Manufacturing jobs are repetitive, monotonous, underpaid Involve working in decrepit, dirty factories What is Mastercam Doing to Combat These Perceptions? Mastercam has always welcomed students, teachers, and parents to their facility in Tolland, Connecticut on Manufacturing Day. Attendees are shown how to start their careers in manufacturing. Students watch a “Design then Cut” demonstration that follows the process of designing a part within Mastercam, all the way to cutting the part with a CNC machine in the Mastercam Manufacturing Lab. While [...]
Xact Metal 3D Printing Case Study – Alternative to Casting
The Customer KSK Precise Motion, an engineering company from Kurim, Czechia, has been producing and distributing ball screws, among other precision components, around the world for 50 years. With 120 employees involved in the production of ball screws, which are used in a wide range of industrial areas, such as machine tools and injection molding machines, as well as in the automation and energy sectors, KSK Precise Motion is a globally sought-after partner for machine and equipment manufacturers. When they approached Xact Metal with a request for 3D-printed end parts for a specific nut for a ball screw, we knew it was an exciting opportunity for us to collaborate with a respected industry leader. The Project The company’s goal was to optimize production speed, and they had three requirements for any 3D printed components to be accepted into their production. The first requirement was that the converter prints have highly accurate path geometry. A secondary, but no less important requirement, was that the quality of all parts must be repeatable. The solution also required the capacity for a large construction volume so many copies could be printed at once and delivered in a short time. The project began by designing the geometries for [...]
3D Printing of Large Injection Mold Inserts and Test Parts with Formlabs
These test snout parts, designed by mechanical engineer Brian Biller at the Siemens Energy Orlando Innovation Campus, interface with gas turbine vanes in an airflow testing rig. The Siemens Energy’s Orlando Innovation Campus (OIC) develops and executes concept-to-completion projects for partners in industries across the world. Engineers there have access to every industrial tool available; they’re tasked with combining manufacturing technologies like machining, molding, automation, and 3D printing to solve global problems. Additive Manufacturing Technician Matthew Deutsch is responsible for their additive manufacturing (AM) composites department, managing a fleet of fused deposition modeling (FDM) and stereolithography (SLA) printers, including two Form 3L benchtop SLA units. Deutsch relies on the versatility of the Formlabs materials library to develop everything from rapid prototypes to injection mold inserts, and worked with Formlabs to help validate the new game-changer in the post-processing workflow for large-format SLA parts, the Build Platform 2L. Leveraging the patented Quick Release Technology of Build Platform 2L, Deutsch has been running his Form 3L printers nonstop, and has started printing larger parts like molds and manufacturing aids directly on the build platform. "The wait was worth it. With molds, we can print and then start pumping out injection molded plastic parts within 24 [...]