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Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) is probably the most commonly used 3D print process in the world. However, with recent advances, Stereolithography (SLA), the original 3D printing technology, is challenging FDM for the top spot. What is SLA 3D printing? And why should you consider SLA instead of FDM? What is Stereolithography (SLA) 3D Printing? ProTek […]

In addition to being a world leader in the oil, gas, and energy industries, Houston, TX is also at the forefront of medical treatment, research, and education. The city is home to the Texas Medical Center (TMC), the largest medical center in the world. Some of the institutions you’ll find in the TMC includes M.D. […]

3D printing has made a big impact on the motion picture and television production industry. Creators are using 3D printing for a wide range of applications, including costumes, props, and set design. 3D-printed props and costumes have been featured in Guardians of the Galaxy, Black Panther, the Force Awakens, and other blockbuster movies. What is […]

3D printing is revolutionizing all aspects of the automotive industry. Major manufacturers like Ford and Porsche use 3D printing to reduce the costs of maintaining inventories of spare parts as well as testing new automotive designs. Custom auto shops use 3D printing to manufacture custom auto parts. Vintage car enthusiasts turn to 3D printing to […]

Urethane casting is a manufacturing process that uses 3D printed silicone RTV molds to manufacture production quality end-use parts cast from polyurethane and other materials. Urethane casting is a versatile and cost-effective process that is ideal for a variety of applications, including: Prototyping Product development Short-run production Replacement parts The automotive, aerospace, medical, electronics, and […]

Manufacturing processes fall into three categories: additive, subtractive, and molding. Which one is right for your application? Subtractive Manufacturing Subtractive manufacturing creates a final product by removing material from a workpiece. Subtractive manufacturing, also known as machining, uses a variety of tools to shape and form a workpiece, including drills, saws, and milling machines, to […]

Are you looking for SLA and FDM 3D printing in The Woodlands, TX? If so, ProTek Models are the people to talk to! We provide high-quality, affordable 3D additive manufacturing services to companies in The Woodlands, TX, and surrounding communities. If you aren’t sure how 3D printing can help your business, keep reading to learn […]

Effective marketing is about making an impression on your target audience. Custom scale models provide an exciting and effective way to make that impression. Custom scale models can be used to market your concept, product, service, etc., in a way drawings, paintings, and videos can’t. What Are Scale Models? In many situations, showing the real […]

Urethane castings provide a cost-effective alternative to injection molding. Urethane castings are used to produce rigid and flexible plastic parts similar in quality to injection molding parts. While not suitable for use in large production runs like injection molding, urethane castings are ideally suited for prototyping and small and medium production runs. What Are Some […]

In engineering, a prototype is an early version of an end-use product that is used to evaluate various aspects of an intended product design. This can range from testing the functionality of a new design to getting hands-on feedback from clients, investors, and the intended end users. Prototypes are an integral part of the engineering […]