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Sacrificial washout tooling is a 3D printed core that composite material is laid up around, cured, and then dissolved away. Only the finished hollow part is left. For engineers building carbon fiber ducts, tubes, and enclosed shapes, this approach removes one of the hardest problems in composite fabrication: getting the tool out once the part […]

Choosing the right 3D printing process can make or break a project’s timeline, budget, and final part quality. FDM and DLP/SLA are two of the most widely used additive manufacturing technologies, but they solve very different problems. At , we offer both processes so our clients can match the right technology to the right application […]

When it’s time to move a design from concept to physical part, manufacturers often face the same decision: 3D printing or CNC machining. Both processes have their place, and the right choice depends on the part’s complexity, material requirements, timeline, and budget. At , we work with engineers and product teams every day to help […]

Custom scale models are often associated with the space and aerospace industries, and for good reason. Detailed models of satellites, rockets, and spacecraft have long been a staple of that world. But the value of high-quality scale modeling extends well beyond aerospace. Rail, marine, and nuclear industries also depend on custom models for design communication, […]

When people think of scale models, they often picture small desktop displays used for presentations or trade shows. While that’s certainly one application, the reality is far broader. Custom scale model fabrication spans an enormous range, from compact tabletop pieces measured in inches to full-size, drivable vehicles and business jets. Understanding this range helps businesses […]

In medical, pharmaceutical, and food packaging environments, the material a part is made from matters as much as its dimensions. A surgical planning model handled in a sterile field, a fixture that contacts a pharmaceutical product, or a prototype packaging component that touches food all carry requirements that standard prototyping plastics were never designed to […]

Static electricity is invisible, silent, and capable of destroying a circuit board before anyone realizes something went wrong. For companies producing electronic assemblies, the fixtures, trays, enclosures, and handling tools that touch those components are just as important as the components themselves. When those parts are 3D printed in standard thermoplastics, they can build a […]

When most people think about urethane casting, they focus on the finished part. But the part is only as good as the mold it comes from. The RTV silicone mold sits at the center of every casting project, and getting it right is the difference between crisp, repeatable parts and a frustrating run of defects. […]

One of the biggest advantages of urethane casting is material range. The same process that produces a soft, rubber-like gasket can also produce a rigid, impact-resistant housing. The difference comes down to durometer, the measurement of how hard or soft a cast material is. Understanding the Shore A to Shore D scale helps you specify […]

FDM 3D printing has come a long way from basic prototyping with standard plastics. Today, the materials available for FDM printing have made it possible to produce end-use parts capable of handling extreme heat, chemical exposure, high mechanical loads, and demanding regulatory requirements. For engineers and manufacturers who once assumed 3D printing couldn’t meet the performance bar […]