Tips for Machined Plastic Component Design
Designing a part is a balancing act. You’re envisioning something that needs to be technically accurate, high functioning, cost-effective, efficient, and fast to produce. A little strategy goes a long…
The Advantages of Using Acetal Plastic for Fabrication
Modern plastics have revolutionized almost every industry; in fact, they’re impacting our day-to-day lives in ways we may never realize. Each innovation builds on the ones that came before, and…
Common Materials Used for Metal 3D Printing
The phenomenon of 3D metal printing began in the 80s, but in recent years, it’s had an explosion of advances that dramatically increased its appeal. Its original uses in niche…
The Ease of Machining Certain Plastics
Plastics are overtaking metals in the manufacture of many parts, and for good reason: They’re lightweight, durable, consistently high quality, and resistant to more chemicals. But one of the biggest…
A Comprehensive Guide To Plastic Machining
There are many ways to craft plastic parts, and new technology is making it faster and less expensive to manufacture even the most complex types of parts. For you, that…
An Introduction To Metal 3D Printing
3D printing is a technique that creates objects layer by layer, giving shape to complex designs weren’t possible before. Also known as additive manufacturing, metal 3D printing uses powdered metals…
Preventing Electroplating Tank Catastrophes
They aren’t called “catastrophes” for no reason. There’s no such thing as a minor tank failure when you’re talking about a structure built to hold corrosive or harsh chemicals. Companies…
PVC vs. CPVC: Which Is Right for Your Project?
When choosing all the different materials for a construction job—especially a large one—you can quickly drown in an alphabet of acronyms. At some point you’ll have to consider PVC vs.…
Nylon Properties and Uses
When you hear the word “nylon,” you probably think about a very thin and stretchable fabric for clothing. However, nylon has many other uses. This guide will teach you about…
How to Choose a Plastic Products Manufacturer
Choosing the best plastic products manufacturer is important so that your products will work well and last a long time. Here are some tips on how to choose a plastic…
