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Transforming the Factory Floor with Markforged Composite 3D Printing

Engineering & Manufacturing, Markforged /

Markforged’s Continuous Fibre Reinforcement is a revolution for FFF manufacturing, allowing long-strand composite fibres to be embedded along the load paths for maximum strength approaching metal levels of performance. How close does it get? Markforged CFR with carbon fibre produces components boasting a strength-to-weight ratio 50% better than 6061 aluminium. Printing advanced composites

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Formlabs Fuse Blast: Reinventing SLS Post-Processing

Formlabs, Post Processing /

Selective laser sintering (SLS) 3D printing has rapidly emerged as a go-to solution for fabricating durable, industrial-quality parts. However, as adoption expands across industries, post-processing solutions have failed to advance simultaneously. Affordable options require extensive manual labour, and automated systems carry exorbitant price tags, often over £100,000. Formlabs are going all-out

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CNC Precision Engineering: How 3D Printing Moved Into the Industry

Engineering & Manufacturing, Markforged /

For over 50 years, CNC machining has dominated high-precision manufacturing with its lightning-fast metal cutting and microscopic accuracy. It’s been the undisputed champ for industries like aerospace that demand the utmost quality. But in the last few decades, 3D printing has stepped up. At first, 3D printers struggled to match

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Silicone 3d printing SLA

Silicone 3D Printing: How it could change the medical field

Formlabs, Lynxter /

Silicone has been the undisputed champion material for medical applications for more than fifty years. This inert, flexible and resilient polymer possesses unique properties that have made it a staple in everything from contact lenses to surgical implants. However, working with silicone has always proved notoriously tricky due to its

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Additive-X are Attending Scotland Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition 2023

Events, Supply Chain /

You’re invited to the Scotland Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition – a premier manufacturing event of the year. Whether you’re a manufacturing enthusiast, entrepreneur, or industry expert, seize the chance to stay updated on trends, network with professionals, and explore exciting products and services at this event! The Scotland Manufacturing

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How to Care for Your 3D Printer: Part 8 – Regular Calibration

Guides, How To /

Maximizing 3D Printer Efficiency: Calibration and Maintenance Tips Introduction 3D printing has revolutionised the way we create objects, from simple household items to complex industrial parts. As 3D printing technology advances, so does the need for regular calibration and maintenance tasks to ensure optimal print quality and efficiency. Whether you’re

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A poster for an upcoming event on the 20th of September, 2023: "Develop3D Live" in Warwick.

We are Attending Develop3D Live!

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Develop3D Live is all about bringing the excitement of product development technology to life! This one-day event happens at the Warwick Arts Centre in the UK. Imagine a hands-on showcase of the coolest design and manufacturing software and hardware, paired with an awesome multi-stream conference where tech experts and innovative

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