3D Printing / Additive Mfg

9 08, 2024

De-risking Industrial 3D Printing with a Simple, Repeatable Simulation Workflow

By |2024-08-09T09:55:01-04:00August 9th, 2024|Categories: 3D Printing / Additive Mfg, 3d Scanning & Reverse Engineering|0 Comments

Radical weight reduction, enhanced performance, and short lead times. These are just a few advantages that drive aerospace companies to adopt 3D printing. But one major challenge is deterring them from fully committing to the technology – the hefty price of mistakes. The materials alone are so expensive that printing a single part sometimes costs tens of thousands of dollars. Additionally, aerospace parts need to comply with exacting standards where the tolerance for errors is [...]

7 08, 2024

New UltiMaker Cura 5.8 Beta Enables Better Z Seams and More

By |2024-08-07T09:38:42-04:00August 7th, 2024|Categories: 3D Printing / Additive Mfg, Ultimaker|0 Comments

Another Cura release has arrived and in this 5.8 beta release, the focus is on improving Z seams, as well as completing support for the full Method series of printers by introducing a profile for the UltiMaker Method. Z seams look better than ever thanks to new settings New settings have been added that let you tweak how and where the Z seam is placed. The settings are: Z Seam On Vertex Seam Overhang Angle [...]

5 08, 2024

Formlabs Form 4 Workflow | 2 Minute Tuesday

By |2024-08-05T16:46:20-04:00August 5th, 2024|Categories: 2 Minute Tuesdays, 3D Printing, 3D Printing / Additive Mfg, CQTV, FormLabs|0 Comments

  Formlabs Form 4 Workflow (Extended edition) In this week's 2 Minute Tuesday, we will take a look at using the Formlabs Form 4 3D printer.  

26 07, 2024

Exploring the Strengths of Kimya PA Carbon

By |2024-07-26T08:28:20-04:00July 26th, 2024|Categories: KIMYA|0 Comments

Exploring the Strengths of Kimya PA Carbon: The Ultimate Nylon-Based Filament for High-Performance 3D Printing In the dynamic world of 3D printing, finding the right material that balances strength, stability, and ease of use can be a game-changer. Enter the Kimya PA Carbon, a nylon-based filament reinforced with carbon fibers, designed to meet the rigorous demands of high-performance applications. This engineering thermoplastic stands out due to its exceptional mechanical properties, making it an ideal choice [...]

16 07, 2024

UltiMaker’s RapidRinse: Speedy Support Removal

By |2024-07-16T07:22:44-04:00July 16th, 2024|Categories: 2 Minute Tuesdays, 3D Printing, 3D Printing / Additive Mfg, CQTV, Ultimaker|0 Comments

UltiMaker's RapidRinse: Speedy Support Removal In this week's episode of two Minute Tuesday, we're going to take a look at Ultimaker's rapid rinse filament for the Method series of three d printers.  

28 06, 2024

MAG Orthotics: Transforming Insole Production with 3D Printing Technology

By |2024-06-28T08:23:40-04:00June 28th, 2024|Categories: 3D Printing / Additive Mfg, FormLabs|0 Comments

MAG Orthotics, based in Sheffield, UK, is at the forefront of revolutionizing the orthotic and podiatry industry through the adoption of advanced 3D printing technology. By partnering with Additive-X and Fit360, the company is moving away from traditional manufacturing methods, aiming to enhance efficiency, sustainability, and product quality through a fully digital workflow. Challenges in Traditional Orthotics Manufacturing The orthotic industry has long relied on conventional manufacturing processes, which are often labor-intensive and time-consuming. Traditional [...]

26 06, 2024

Introducing Ultimaker Factor 4 Print Process Reporting

By |2024-06-26T08:40:26-04:00June 26th, 2024|Categories: 3D Printing / Additive Mfg, FormLabs|0 Comments

This UltiMaker Factor 4 feature is game-changing Print Process Reporting is included with every UltiMaker Factor 4, bringing users a new level of confidence through precision and validation. That sounds good. But what is Print Process Reporting? And how does it work? In a nutshell, this feature provides detailed, post-print reports within 15 minutes of job completion. It also monitors and evaluates critical print parameters to ensure each print adheres to predefined quality standards. Tracking [...]

24 06, 2024

“Cimquest Manufacturing Expo: Teeing Up Innovation” Event Recap

By |2024-06-24T15:22:43-04:00June 24th, 2024|Categories: 2 Minute Tuesdays, 3D Printing, 3D Printing / Additive Mfg, CQTV, XactMetal|0 Comments

"Cimquest Manufacturing Expo: Teeing Up Innovation" Event Recap In this week’s 2 Minute Tuesday, we enjoy a recap of our event, "Cimquest Manufacturing Expo: Teeing Up Innovation". Thank you to all of our vendors that joined us and to all those who attended!  

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