LAYER3D AM: 3D Printing Industry Blog | Post-processing

Building Heat-Set Inserts Into Your Part? Don’t Forget to Provide Part Numbers!

Posted by Re3DTech Team on 5/17/21 5:09 PM

It’s no secret that we love heat-set inserts here at Re3DTech! When you need threads in 3D printed parts that will be put together and taken apart multiple times, heat-set inserts are always the way to go.

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Introduction to Common Metal Additive Manufacturing Technologies and Materials

Posted by Re3DTech Team on 5/10/21 1:21 PM

Are you interested in 3D metal printing services but confused by what seems like dozens of different acronyms depicting material types and technologies? You’re certainly not alone!

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Why the Human Touch is Still Vital in 3D Printing

Posted by Re3DTech Team on 4/1/21 10:56 AM

Automation is a big buzzword in the manufacturing industry.

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What Sets Markforged Metal Printing Apart from DMLS?

Posted by Re3DTech Team on 4/1/21 10:56 AM

In the world of 3D metal printing, not all technologies are created equal.

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3D Printing Case Study: Knockdown Tips for Automotive Dent Repair

Posted by Re3DTech Team on 4/1/21 10:54 AM

We’re excited to share a unique project we recently worked on for VIP PDR Tools, a family run and operated business specializing in knockdown tips and accessories for skilled technicians in the automotive repair industry.

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Additive Manufacturing Makes Supply Chains More Agile and Efficient

Posted by Re3DTech Team on 3/18/21 8:45 AM

It’s no secret that additive manufacturing can help mitigate supply chain disruptions. The digital, localized, on-demand nature of this innovative technology lends itself to efficiency and agility—two areas where traditional manufacturing commonly falls short.

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Why 3D Printing Services are Ideal for Copper Parts

Posted by Re3DTech Team on 3/9/21 8:45 AM

Image courtesy: Markforged

Do you need a custom copper heat sink or busbar for your next project but you are struggling to find a qualified supplier? Leverage the power of quick turn 3D printing on the Markforged Metal X to access the unique thermal and electrical properties of copper.

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What Makes a Good 3D Printed Part?

Posted by Re3DTech Team on 3/3/21 1:13 PM

Are you interested in 3D printing services but uncertain how to optimize your design for this additive manufacturing technology? It’s important to know design and manufacturing best practices so you can walk away with a high-quality, cost-effective part that exceeds your expectations.

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Re3DTech Partners with Markforged to Offer Onyx ESD for the Electronics Manufacturing Industry

Posted by Re3DTech Team on 2/11/21 1:49 PM

Image courtesy: Markforged

Onyx ESD is a new, high-strength 3D printing material that improves business responsiveness for electronics manufacturers by producing high-quality, electrostatic discharge (ESD) rated parts on demand.

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Post-Processing: How (and Why) Re3DTech Goes the Extra Mile

Posted by Re3DTech Team on 2/9/21 8:15 AM

One of the critiques of 3D printing technologies and materials is that while the parts themselves may be interesting, the finish of the part is pretty boring.

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