Mastercam 2024 – Trim to Plane | 2 Minute Tuesday In this week's 2 Minute Tuesday, we take a look at the solid function in Mastercam called Trim to Plane. Solid manipulation is important to understand when machining from a solid.
Companies report qualification of photopolymer on large-format additive manufacturing 2.0 systems. A reprint from Digital Engineering247.com Evonik INFINAM ST 6100 L printed on ETEC hardware from Desktop Metal is made for production of molds, models and tooling. Image courtesy of Business Wire. Desktop Metal and Evonik, a materials provider in 3D printing technology based in Germany, report their expanded collaboration on photopolymer and materials development with the qualification of INFINAM ST 6100 L [...]
A year after the merger of Ultimaker and MakerBot, they have unlocked the ability for users of the Method series 3D printers to slice files using UltiMaker Cura. As of this release, users can find profiles for the Method X and Method XL printers, as well as material profiles for ABS-R, ABS-CF, and RapidRinse. Meaning it’s now possible to use either Cura or the existing cloud-slicing software CloudPrint when printing with these printers or materials. [...]
Formlabs Silicone 40A Resin utilizes patent-pending Pure Silicone Technology™ and Formlabs’ stereolithography (SLA) ecosystem, enabling the in-house production of 100% silicone parts in a matter of hours. It is ideal for applications requiring pliability, durability, and resistance to repeated stretching, flexing, or compression. The applications for Silicone 40A Resin are diverse, ranging from rapid prototyping, beta testing, and validation stages in product development to cost-efficient low-volume or custom manufacturing of end-use parts. The [...]
Introducing Formlabs BioMed Flex 80A Resin and BioMed Elastic 50A Resin Formlabs is excited to introduce two novel materials designed for the direct 3D printing of elastomeric, biocompatible medical devices and models: BioMed Flex 80A Resin and BioMed Elastic 50A Resin. These new materials represent a significant expansion in medical application areas, particularly in the realm of anatomical modeling. Traditionally, professionals looking to create soft anatomical models have grappled with the challenges of multi-step silicone [...]
We are thrilled to share some exciting news with you – the unveiling of two special events for tooling with Xact Metal! At Breaking the Mold - Xact Metal for Tooling webinar and Tools & Brews: An Xact Metal Tooling event at Voodoo Brewing, we will be showcasing cutting-edge technologies and innovations that promise to revolutionize the tooling industry. Key Highlights: Parts: Learn about all the parts that Xact Metal is able to achieve with [...]
Freeform Plus – Setting and Changing Clay Coarseness In this week's 2 Minute Tuesday, we will continue to explore the tools within Oqton's Freeform Plus, this time focusing on clay coarseness.
Come unleash innovation at our Cimquest headquarters for our Technology Showcase! We are thrilled to open our doors for a come-and-go event, providing a unique opportunity to explore, learn, eat, and create with the latest advancements in technology. Event Details: Date: March 26th Time: 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM Location: Cimquest Headquarters, 3434 Route 22 West, Branchburg, NJ 08876 What to Expect: Guided Tours: Take a journey through our cutting-edge facility, witnessing the magic behind [...]
