Stereolithography has come a long way this past decade. The first stereolithography 3D printers were slow and crude. The technology came about in the 80s by way of Japanese researcher Hideo Kodama. Hideo invented the layered approach to 3D printing we know today, utilising UV light and photosensitive polymers. The
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Identifying opportunities for improvement on the production line is never a one-off exercise. As manufacturers increase their output, they are forced into a continuous cycle of improvement to keep quality high. One of the bottlenecks manufacturers face is the equipment they use itself. Whether we’re talking about milling machines, lathes,
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Grow Your 3D Printing Capabilities Many businesses use both FFF and SLA machines alongside one another. This opens access to a wider range of applications supported by low-cost rapid prototyping, high quality, functional parts, and comprehensive material formulations. As an FFF user, we’re giving you up to £400 off the
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Mannequins have been used for hundreds of years by artists, tailors, dressmakers, window dressers and creatives to display and fit clothing. Whilst many mannequins today are mass-produced in factories, the expensive ones are unique, made by hand by a sculptor who is an expert in human form. The traditional way
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Over time, most buildings get updated — and no structure is immune to change. Updates are often the result of an architect trying to satisfy the requirements of modern use, which is why we often see extensions and annexes on period properties. Some older buildings are updated so much that
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There are few things harder to think about than the murder of a child. It truly is a heinous crime, and one made even more incomprehensible when a parent is found to have committed the act. These cases are tragic and difficult to work on, and the story of Ellie
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For those of you who may not know, in 2019 Ultimaker split their 3D printer line. The first line includes the Ultimaker 2+ and Ultimaker 3 – with these machines pitched at professionals and hobbyists. The second line is called the S-line, which is developed for professional use. It includes
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If you want to get younger children to really engage in the classroom, a sure-fire way to go about it is with something fun. Show and tell works on this principle, but also on the plain of making each little person feel important for a little time. Storytime is another
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Handmade rings are romantic, and beautiful. For jewellers, they are a type of functional art. Even the plainest metal bands are inherently special, perhaps not in form, but at least in their purpose. After all, they are a symbol of enduring love. Until recently, these rings were made exclusively by
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Consumer behaviours are ever-changing. For retailers to keep up – let alone stay ahead – they have to be on the top of their game. For L’Oréal, one of the best-known beauty brands in the world, staying ahead is essential to maintain their image and reputation for innovation. “Our
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