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CNC Machining

Basic CNC Machining Articles

Metalworking CNC milling machine

The Ultimate CNC Machining Guide

Metalworking CNC milling machine

CNC Milling Technology Overview

CNC turning machine

CNC Turning Technology Overview

Steel 1.7131 / 16MnCr5

CNC Machining Material Selection

Latest CNC Machining Articles

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Comparison of plastic CNC machining and 3D printing processes

CNC Machining vs 3D Printing: Select the Best Plastic Manufacturing Method for Your Project

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06.12.2024
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CNC machine milling a complex metal part with precise detailing and multiple cuts

Complex CNC Parts? Here’s How to Get Them Right

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20.11.2024
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Jigs and Fixtures: Design, Production, Applications

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24.10.2024
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CNC machined parts

Standard Tolerances in Manufacturing: ISO 2768, ISO 286, and GD&T

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23.09.2024
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CNC-threaded cylinders with high-precision

CNC Machining Size Limitations: Everything You Need to Know

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06.08.2024
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Threaded Inserts for Plastics: Types, Comparison and Selection Tips

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09.07.2024
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3D Printing

Basic 3D Printing Articles

Carbon DLS 3D printed part

Carbon DLS 3D printing Technology Overview

Metal 3D print

Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS) 3D printing: Technology overview

FDM ABS

Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) 3D Printing Technology Overview

Complex 3D printed part via MJF

Multi Jet Fusion (MJF) 3D Printing Technology Overview

Polyjet printed part

Polyjet 3D Printing Technology Overview

SLS Nylon 12 flame retardant / PA 2241 FR

Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) 3D Printing Technology Overview

Latest 3D Printing Articles

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3D Printing Tolerances: What to Expect from Each Process

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15.04.2025
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8 Essential Design Tips for SLS 3D Printing

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25.03.2025
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FDM 3D Printing Design Tips: Best Practices and Techniques for Stronger Prints

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11.03.2025
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Comparison of plastic CNC machining and 3D printing processes

CNC Machining vs 3D Printing: Select the Best Plastic Manufacturing Method for Your Project

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06.12.2024
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Jigs and Fixtures: Design, Production, Applications

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24.10.2024
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3D-Printed Molds for Casting: Possibilities & Best Practices

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16.10.2024
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Sheet Metal

Basic Sheet Metal Articles

Plasma cutting machine

An Overview of Plasma Cutting

Waterjet cutting machine

An Overview of Waterjet Cutting

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Introduction to Sheet Metal Fabrication

Introduction to Laser Cutting

Metal sheets with galvanised painted finish

Sheet Metal Materials Selection Guide

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Aluminium metal sheets

Sheet Metal Thickness Standards & Gauge Charts

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14.03.2025
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Minimum Bend Radius For Sheet Metal: Reference Table & Calculator Radius Reference Table For Sheet Metal

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28.11.2024
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Metal sheets with galvanised painted finish

Sheet Metal Materials Selection Guide

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11.12.2023
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Introduction to Laser Cutting

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12.09.2023
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Sheet metal bending machine

Design Tips for Sheet Metal Bending

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11.09.2023
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Introduction to Sheet Metal Fabrication

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08.09.2023
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Injection Molding

Basic Injection Molding Articles

Injection molded parts

Injection Molding Technology Overview

Latest Injection Molding Articles

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15 Common Injection Molding Defects: Types, Causes, and Solutions

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28.04.2025
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Infographic: Injection Molding Material Selection Guide

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18.12.2024
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Overmolding TPEs and Rigid Plastics for Improved Product Performance

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14.11.2024
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Snap-fit Joints for Plastics: Types, Design, Selection

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18.09.2024
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Injection Molding Molds: Types, Lifespan and Design Tips

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31.07.2024
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Infographic: Formative Manufacturing Technologies Selection Guide

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16.07.2024
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Die Casting

Basic Die Casting Articles

Die cast aluminium parts

Die Casting General Overview: Process, Materials & Applications

Latest Die Casting Articles

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Infographic: Formative Manufacturing Technologies Selection Guide

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ADC12 aluminium die cast parts

Die Casting Material Selection Guide

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11.12.2023
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Design Tips for Die Casting

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11.09.2023
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Die cast aluminium parts

Die Casting General Overview: Process, Materials & Applications

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08.09.2023
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Urethane Casting

Basic Vacuum Casting Articles

Vacuum Casting: Technology Overview

Vacuum cast parts

Vacuum Casting Material Selection

Vacuum cast parts

Design Tips for Vacuum Casting

Latest Vacuum Casting Articles

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Overmolding TPEs and Rigid Plastics for Improved Product Performance

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14.11.2024
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Infographic: Formative Manufacturing Technologies Selection Guide

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16.07.2024
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Vacuum cast parts

Design Tips for Vacuum Casting

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09.02.2024
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Unlocking Efficiency: The Power of Rapid Prototyping in Modern Manufacturing

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08.02.2024
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Vacuum cast parts

Vacuum Casting Material Selection

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11.12.2023
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Vacuum Casting: Technology Overview

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Compression Molding

Basic Compression Molding Articles

Compression Molding: Technology Overview

Latest Compression Molding Articles

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16.07.2024
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Compression Molding Design Tips

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21.02.2024
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Injection Molding vs. Compression Molding: Differences and Comparison

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04.09.2023
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Compression Molding: Technology Overview

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Plastic Extrusion

Basic Plastic Extrusion Articles

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Plastic Extrusion Technology Overview

Latest Plastic Extrusion Articles

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Plastic Extrusion Technology Overview

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Thermoforming

Latest Thermoforming Articles

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Thermoforming Technology Overview

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Materials

Basic Materials Articles

Vacuum cast parts

Vacuum Casting Material Selection

Metal sheets with galvanised painted finish

Sheet Metal Materials Selection Guide

Steel 1.7131 / 16MnCr5

CNC Machining Material Selection

Latest Materials Articles

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UV Resistance of Plastics: Best Materials for 3D Printing, CNC Machining, and Injection Molding

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20.12.2024
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Infographic: Injection Molding Material Selection Guide

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Shore Hardness for Plastics and Rubbers: Shore A and Shore D

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03.09.2024
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Hardness Testing of Metals: Rockwell, Brinell, Vickers, Knoop, and Leeb Tests

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29.08.2024
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Flame test on an FDM ULTEM 9085 part

Flame Retardant Plastics & UL 94 Flammability Standards In Parts Manufacturing

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07.05.2024
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PA11 vs. PA12: What Are the Differences?

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Design

Basic Design Articles

Vacuum cast parts

Design Tips for Vacuum Casting

Latest Design Articles

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15 Common Injection Molding Defects: Types, Causes, and Solutions

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28.04.2025
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Choosing the Right CAD File Format for Manufacturing

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18.04.2025
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8 Essential Design Tips for SLS 3D Printing

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FDM 3D Printing Design Tips: Best Practices and Techniques for Stronger Prints

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11.03.2025
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9 Mistakes To Avoid When Designing for Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS) 3D Printing

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Standard Tolerances in Manufacturing: ISO 2768, ISO 286, and GD&T

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23.09.2024
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Post-Processing

Latest Post-Processing Articles

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Powder Coating—Choosing Color, Gloss and Texture

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Impact of Post-Processing on Dimensional Accuracy of Parts

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Post-processing for MJF and SLS 3D Printed Parts

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11.12.2023
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Surface Finishes for 3D Printing

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11.12.2023
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Surface Finishes for CNC Machining

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11.12.2023
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Everything You Need to Know About Black Anodizing

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Manufacturing Insights

Latest Manufacturing Insights Articles

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How Design for Manufacturing (DFM) Improves Prototyping

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Unlocking Efficiency: The Power of Rapid Prototyping in Modern Manufacturing

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08.02.2024
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On-Demand Manufacturing: What it is and How it Works

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Cloud Manufacturing: Past, Present, and Future – an Academic Review

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Analysis of the Largest Early Adopter in the Cloud Manufacturing Market: Xometry

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