3D Printing

Fused deposition modeling isn’t the only 3D printing method. Although it’s the most popular, there are several other 3D printing methods available, including selective laser melting. Selective laser melting is a relatively new 3D printing method, but it’s gained popularity … Read More

Laminated object manufacturing (LOM) is frequently performed for rapid prototyping in the manufacturing industry. Manufacturing companies use it to quickly build prototypes of products from an object model. The object model is designed in a computer program, after which it’s … Read More

By now, you’ve probably heard of 3D printing. It’s become an increasingly popular manufacturing process that’s used in both commercial and consumer applications. 3D printing is designed to build objects by depositing layers of material onto a printing bed. However, … Read More

3D printing is a manufacturing process that leverages the use of a machine, known as a 3D printer, to build an object layer by layer. The object model is first designed using computer-aided design (CAD) software, after which it’s uploaded … Read More

Fused filament fabrication (FFF) has become synonymous with 3D printing. Originally developed in the late 1980s, it offers a simple and effective way for companies and consumers alike to build objects from raw materials. Like with other forms of 3D … Read More

More and more manufacturing companies are embracing the trend of 3D printing. According to research by Statista, there are over 23,000 commercial-grade 3D printers in use. While manufacturing companies often use other tools and machines to convert raw materials into … Read More

3D printers aren’t immune to faults. When properly used, they can build highly complex and detailed objects from raw material. A common problem from which 3D printers, suffer, however, is warping. Rather than featuring smooth and level surfaces, a printed … Read More