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Optimizing the Additive Manufacturing Workflow with PLM
Product lifecycle management (PLM) plays an essential role when adopting additive manufacturing within mainstream production.
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Laser Optimization Helps Brings AM to the Next Level
A new productivity-boosting technology, called parallel mode, redefines metal 3D printer process speed.
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Design Enhancements for Conformal-Cooled Insert Leverage 3D Printing Capabilities
A collaborative mold project reveals that the value of 3D printing isn’t in the process, it’s in the products.
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Safety Hazards in Additive Manufacturing
The number-one thing a company can do to protect its AM investment and not interrupt production is develop a comprehensive safety policy specifically for additive.
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3D Printing with Postprocessing in Mind
3D printing requires different finishing considerations than traditional manufacturing. One expert offers do’s and don’ts for approaching the finishing of additively manufactured parts.
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Implementing Additive Manufacturing: Is the Juice Worth the Squeeze?
Is the end result of metal AM worth the effort it requires? Students of UL AMCC learn to ask this question at every stage in the process.
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Biomimicry: Nature’s Way of Cooling Tools with DMLS
Research leveraged biomimicry, a design method based on structures and systems found in nature, to develop a better mold.
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Postprocessing Composite Tooling: Machining, Coating or Combination Strategy?
A project testing the surface finishing options for composite tooling reveals insight about machining and coating strategies.
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The Power of AM Is in Product and Process
Additive manufacturing will advance where DFAM improves product performance and is supported by the process chain.
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High-Speed Milling Meets Powder-Bed Additive Manufacturing
A hybrid machining center from Sodick integrates high-speed machining with direct metal laser sintering (DMLS).
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Successful Prints Require Feedback Before They Go to the Machine
DFAM is unlike designing for subtractive machining or injection molding, and requires acute understanding of the machine, process and materials involved.
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Reducing Disposal Cost for Separator Vacuums
This filtration company addresses an overlooked AM safety and environmental compliance problem.
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