Postprocessing
Lightweight Components: A Paradox When Machining
Today’s computer software can just as easily generate lightweight shapes for subtractive processes as it can for additive ones, but it increases cost and waste to make them.
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AM Solutions’ C1 System for Automated Support Structure Removal
The system is said to feature innovative postprocessing of 3D printed components made from photopolymer resin, providing consistent and efficient removal of support structures utilizing an automated process.
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Admatec’s Larger Integrated Binding/Sintering Furnace for Ceramic 3D Printing
Company scales up for more efficient mass customization and serial ceramics 3D printing production lines.
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PostProcess’ FDM Support Removal Reduces Postprocessing Time
The company says the Vorsa 500 reduces support removal processing times in additive manufacturing by over 50%.
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Will AM Help Bring a New CNC Programming Paradigm?
Complex workpieces such as AM parts present demanding toolpath challenges in machining. The precision is there to meet the challenges — we just need the measurements and methods to use it.
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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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