Markforged’s In‑House 3D‑Printed Tooling: Rapid Solutions for Everyday Shop Challenges Our engineering team leverages the full power of Markforged printers to turn everyday manufacturing challenges into quickly produced, durable parts. From oil‑water separators to filter bases and extrusion jigs, w

While the Markforged material suite currently offers only two base colors—translucent white and matte black—many users want a broader palette for aesthetics or branding. The dyeing technique described here lets you transform nylon parts into virtually any color using just a tea kettle and a few ine

Introduction In the second installment of our two‑part series, we explain how to retrofit a machined Tesla turbine with Markforged parts. The first article introduced Tesla turbines, identified components ideal for 3D printing, and replaced the turbine housing with a custom Markforged part. This en

Impact Resistance & the Mark One Ocean Alliance is a research organization focused on whales and marine life, studying toxicology, behavior, bioacoustics, and genetics. Human activity is responsible for tens of thousands of whale deaths each year. By documenting these impacts, Ocean Alliance ai

Happy Friday! Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or simply enjoying a quiet day, we’re excited to share a success story from one of our industry partners.Autometrix is a leading precision cutting solution provider for the textile industry. Founded to develop software for racing sail design, t

3D‑Printed Soft Jaws for Rapid Prototype Manufacturing By day, Rob is a mechanical designer at a machine shop that specializes in industrial handling chutes and processing equipment. He creates 3‑D models in Inventor and generates CAM programs in HSM 2016. By night, Rob builds RC car parts that he s

Every few years, the tech industry swings between cloud‑based solutions and on‑premises deployments. Over the past two years, the trend has decisively moved toward the cloud. In the CAD arena, platforms such as OnShape and Autodesk Fusion 360 have become mainstream, illustrating how successful comp

Autometrix is a global leader in CNC‑based automated textile cutting systems, complemented by advanced pattern‑design and digitization software. Their machines combine unrivaled speed and precision, allowing clients—from apparel brands to sailmakers—to produce high‑volume, high‑quality cuts with exc

Dan Topjian, Sr. Application Engineer at MarkForged, is known for his meticulous approach to tooling and design. While tidying the shop, he realized that a reinforced nylon and Kevlar cable clamp would streamline cable management and improve safety.Assuming the solution already existed, Dan scoured

This guest post is written by Charles Guan, an MIT Mechanical Engineering alumnus and former instructor in the university’s machine shop and design program. He is the creator of the robot Overhaul, which will compete on ABC’s BattleBots this summer, airing Thursdays at 8 p.m. Eastern/7 p.m. Central

Update: Dive deeper into flexural design by watching our webinar on designing flexural elements and living hinges. Original Post: MarkForged Mechanical Features (MMF) is a series of in‑depth posts that share best practices for designing common engineering parts and mechanical features for composite‑

MarkForged Mechanical Features (MMF) is a series of posts that distills proven strategies for crafting conventional mechanical parts using MarkForged’s composite‑reinforced 3D printers.One persistent challenge with FFF and CFF technologies is the weaker bond along the vertical axis. Layers stack ato

Visit Nick, Graham, and Jeff of Markforged at Booth G39, TCT Show Birmingham Nick is an Applications Engineer who will help you tackle challenges with 3D‑printed composite parts. Jeff serves as Creative Director and on‑site support specialist, ready to answer any questions about printers or aestheti

I‑beams are a staple in construction, efficiently resisting bending and shear with a flange that bears the load and a web that transfers shear stress. In large‑scale steel structures, this geometry is standard, but at smaller scales we can replicate the same mechanical advantage using composite sand

At CES 2017, Markforged showcased its latest breakthroughs, featuring the Mark Two, Mark X, and Onyx Series alongside striking demos of high‑strength 3D‑printed components. The event highlighted how our printers have consistently bridged the gap between concept and prototype since 2014, delivering c

Download the Markforged snowflake ornament here.Throughout 2016, we focused on eliminating the obstacles that separate concept from production, empowering engineers to produce high‑strength, finished parts with the optimal materials. By launching three new printer models and two advanced materials,

Event Recap – October 23, 2015 Last Thursday, the Markforged team brought a Mark One 3D printer and a selection of composite parts to Artisan’s Asylum, a members‑only maker space in Somerville, MA. The evening was well‑attended by seasoned makers who engaged deeply with the technology. Before settin

Responding to user requests, the latest Eiger release introduces internal reinforcement for Concentric Fill. This upgrade offers greater design flexibility while cutting fiber consumption. Below we explain how to make the most of this feature.Reinforcement OptionsWhen both “Use Fiber” and “Concentri

Markforged announced its groundbreaking carbon‑fiber 3D printer during the 2014 SolidWorks World event. This high‑performance machine combines advanced extrusion technology with a proprietary carbon‑fiber filament, delivering parts that rival traditional composites in strength while remaining lightw

Carl Calabria designed Caddytown in OnShape to organize his expanding collection of power‑bits and sockets. The caddies are printed from nylon, a material that offers just enough flexibility to release a bit without compromising durability. While the design works beautifully with nylon alone, you