Heineken is not only one of the most recognisable beer brands on the planet, they are also one of its largest producers. They operate over 150 breweries across the globe which produce over 2 billion litres of beer a year. That’s a lot of the good stuff! Making so
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Formlabs has launched a new 3D printer designed specifically for dental applications. The Form 3B utilises a tweaked version of the Low Force Stereolithography (LFS) technology found in the Form 3 and Form 3L. In this application, it is called Advanced Low Force Stereolithography, utilising a custom-designed light engine that
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Figurines and figures have been a part of human culture since humans began to craft. We know this because we’ve unearthed figurines that are thousands of years old, with the oldest dating back 35,000 to 40,000 years. That’s a staggering length of time. The popularity of figurines hasn’t wavered. Our
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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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