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Blue Photon Grip Pallets Simplify Parts Loading
Rapid + TCT 2022: The 150-mm, 225-mm and 300-mm square pallets are said to offer quick-change and adhesive workholding of complex and hard-to-hold parts for EDM, grinding, inspection, laser and milling operations.
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3D Printing Lightweights Large Cutting Tools Used in Machining
Larger machined parts require larger, heavier cutting tools. 3D printing enables Star SU Neher to produce lightweight large tool bodies and add features that improve tool life and performance.
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PostProcess’ Connect3D Software Unifies AM Digital Thread
Additive manufacturing platform is said to integrate with factory automation systems to support lights-out manufacturing for high-scale part production.
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Additive Manufacturing Is More Than 3D Printing: The Importance of Complementary Capabilities (Video)
Vertex Manufacturing founder Greg Morris on machining, inspection and other operations that complete AM.
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An Additive Manufacturing Machine Shop
Finish machining additively manufactured implants requires different pacing and workflow than cutting parts from stock — different enough for an experienced manufacturer to warrant a dedicated machine shop.
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For Automated Machining Business, 3D Printing’s Value-Add Keeps Adding Up
Through robot grippers, assembly aids, custom kits and coolant hardware, additive manufacturing impacts every stage of production.
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Protolabs’ Vapor Smoothing Produces 3D Printed Parts With Enhanced Surface Finish
Process gives users all the advantages of additive manufacturing for parts while still achieving a surface finish that is comparable to injection molding.
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A Conversation on Finishing's Role in Additive Manufacturing: AM Radio #12
Conventional finishing techniques like electroplating and powder coating have a role to play in AM. Stephanie Hendrixson and Scott Francis discuss how additive will go farther with finishing on the latest episode of AM Radio.
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Prototyping Is More Than Printing: The Cool Parts Show Bonus
We hear from students who carried out other steps, beyond the 3D printing, that went into evaluating a complex metal AM component.
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3D Printed Tool for Machining Electric Vehicle Motors: The Cool Parts Show #39
Additive manufacturing achieves a large-diameter cutting tool light enough for fast, precise machining of the motor housing’s stator bore.
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