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7 Material Selection Mistakes that Derail Your Project

...and How to Dodge Them Like a Pro

If you’ve ever watched a production-ready part unravel because of a material choice that looked good on paper, you’re not alone.

Material selection is one of those deceptively simple decisions that can spiral into delays, redesigns, and late-night CAD revisions if you’re not careful.

Turning Complexity into a Competitive Advantage (with a Little Help from MJF)

Complex Geometry: Problem or Superpower?

In today’s manufacturing world, being able to produce parts with dizzyingly intricate geometries isn’t just a bonus—it’s your superpower. Whether you're crafting parts for rockets, reinventing medical innovation, or pushing the envelope in consumer product design, those unconventional shapes and complex structures are your edge. But let’s face it: with bold...

From CAD to Capture: End-to-End Workflow for 3D Printed Photography Equipment

A technical workflow for turning CAD models into real, tested photography equipment...

The photography industry is notoriously demanding. Tolerances are tight. Aesthetic matters. And functional reliability isn’t optional when gear is being hauled across deserts or into...

Design for Assembly: 3D Printing Robot Components

Manufacturing Insights for Better Design

Having partnered with numerous companies and witnessed thousands of designs come through our production facility, we've gained unique insights into what makes for truly manufacturable part. Here...

How to Create a Good STL File from Your Solid Modeling Software

A Good "STL"... what's that?

STL shows the triangled based mesh of a 3D Design. What's the difference between a CAD and an STL file? A CAD is defined by its parameters, whereas an STL file is defined by triangles made...

The Hidden Costs of 3D Printing: What Engineers Should Know

“Let’s build our parts in-house”, they said.

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The ability of having complete control over the prototyping process, the freedom to iterate on designs at will, and the fun of seeing your CAD models materialize right before your eyes is an...

From CAD to Reality: Best Practices for Designing Complex Geometries with Additive Manufacturing

Mastering the transition from CAD to reality in additive manufacturing requires a deep understanding of both the technology and the materials involved.

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In the fast-paced world of manufacturing, where precision and innovation are necessary, the ability to transform intricate CAD designs into functional, high-quality prototypes is a gamechanger.For...

Choosing the Best Technology for Rapid Prototyping Mechanical Parts

Rapid prototyping accelerates the product development process, leading to faster time-to-market.

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The best way to improve communication and facilitate better feedback and decision-making from stakeholders is with prototypes. Early-stage prototyping not only helps you more effectively convey...

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7 Material Selection Mistakes that Derail Your Project

...and How to Dodge Them Like a Pro

Turning Complexity into a Competitive Advantage (with a Little Help from MJF)

Complex Geometry: Problem or Superpower?