The advantages of additive manufacturing (or AM) are numerous. Each of these unique advantages has a degree of waste reduction or energy savings in common. Here are some of the main benefits of additive manufacturing. Accelerated Prototyping AM speeds up product development by manufacturing many different prototypes that can be produced faster for less money than traditional approaches. Before committing [ … ]
Polypropylene (PP) is one of the world's most widely used plastics, with many industrial and consumer uses. It's also one of the most difficult materials to print with in 3D. However, once mastered, it has numerous advantages. Chemical resistance and relative flexibility are two advantages PP has over typical filaments like PLA. This makes this filament ideal for 3D printing. [ … ]
You may already use 3D printing, but here are some interesting facts about it that you may not be aware of. Indeed, as a 3D printing business, we notice people's misconceptions about this cutting-edge technology on a daily basis! That is why we created this article for you. In this article, we highlight the great and numerous applications of additive [ … ]
The feeling of exclusivity, sticking out in a crowd, and delivering a tailored experience are all aspects of luxury. Luxury brands may begin to create the impossible with 3D printing and no longer be limited by what is "possible." In the last few years, industrial 3D printing has vastly improved in quality, delivering components with smooth surfaces, no visible layers, [ … ]
In the classroom, technology has come a long way. Technology has helped educators make classrooms more engaging and prepares students for postgraduate goals. Types of technology used range from overhead projectors in the 1930s to handheld calculators in the 1970s to the adoption of computers in the 2000s. Now, 3D printing has the potential to transform the classroom. 3D printing [ … ]
In the realm of fashion, items reflect the identity of many brands, and it is common to have to meet stringent requirements for both performance and appearance at the same time. So, what goes into making a product with 3D printing that people will wear? Read on to discover the top things you need to consider when 3D printing wearables! [ … ]
3D printing, also known as additive manufacturing, is revolutionizing product design and manufacturing. Technology is changing not only how things are created, but also how they are designed and how business is conducted. As technology advances, materials become more readily available, and the cost of adopting the technology decreases. 3D printing is beginning to affect facets of our daily lives [ … ]
Thermoplastics get their heat resistance from their molecular structures. When one adds inflexible aromatic rings to the resin instead of aliphatic groups, the backbone of the molecular chain fortifies and constricts. The chemical and heat resistance of a thermoplastic can be equal to or greater than that of a thermoset with this new structure. With so many heat resistant plastics [ … ]
3D printing employs a variety of materials, the most common of which are liquid-based resins and thermoplastic filaments. Filaments are used in 3D printing with Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM), while resins are utilized in Stereolithography Apparatus (SLA) technology. Each printing material has different properties, as well as its own set of features, benefits, and, of course, drawbacks. Here is a [ … ]
3D printing is the process of converting a computer model into a physical model, and there are two main technologies you should know: FDM and SLA 3D printing. Fused deposition modeling (FDM) is also known as fused filament fabrication (FFF). The acronym SLA stands for stereolithography apparatus. Both strategies are popular, yet they are extremely different. They each have their [ … ]
When I was looking at PLA filament, I came across another filament called PLA+ and was curious as to how it differed from PLA. This prompted me to look into the differences between them and consider whether it was worthwhile to purchase. PLA and PLA+ have many similarities; however, the mechanical qualities and printing ease are the key variances. PLA+ [ … ]
Plastics are frequently the first material that comes to mind when people think of 3D printing. Other materials, such as metal and ceramic, are available, but polymers still account for the majority of the 3D printing business. PLA and PETG are two of the most popular of the numerous materials that fall under this category. These two materials are manufactured [ … ]