Microfusion or lost-wax casting is one of the most widely used manufacturing methods in the jewellery industry and is the oldest known casting process.Casting allows metal replicas to be obtained by means of a mould that is made from a prototype traditionally modelled in wax. In this case, 3D

Nylon or polyamide (PA) is one of the most widely used polymers in professional 3D printing. This is due to its excellent mechanical properties of impact resistance, flexibility, chemical resistance and high temperature resistance.The material is currently used in pellet, filament or powder f

3D printing is playing an increasingly important role in the fashion sector. Whether for the manufacture of garments or accessories that can be seen on the catwalks or for the manufacture of prototypes, mannequins or lasts customised to the users measurements, 3D printing has a lot to contrib

A prototype is the first example of a product to be manufactured, serving as a starting point for carrying out the necessary modifications, as a model to replicate or as a matrix to produce a mould.Thus, prototyping is an experimental process through which design teams can materialise their i

PLA (short for polylactic acid) is an unquestionable staple when it comes to desktop FDM 3D printing. It is a bioplastic and thermoplastic made from plant starch, for example from corn, potatoes, tapioca, sugarcane or sugar beet pulp. The sugar obtained from those plants is then fermented and

For some time now, it has been possible to find metal filaments for FDM 3D printing on the market, but they are not all the same. What are the differences between them?To answer this question, the difference between metallic coloured filaments and metallic filled filaments must be taken into

Is FDM 3D printing with polypropylene possible today without the dreaded warping effect? This is a question that many FDM 3D printer users are asking themselves.Polypropylene (PP) is one of the most valued plastic materials nowadays, as it combines low density, good mechanical properties, che

As with other 3D printing technologies, in SLS 3D printing it is crucial to know what the printing costs will be for each 3D printed part. This article explains how to know the approximate costs of 3D printing with the SLS 3D printers Sinterit Lisa and Sinterit Lisa Pro.To understand and calc

Some people still think that only decorative objects, toys and non-functional prototypes can be 3D printed using FDM technology. However, thanks to the research and development of 3D printing materials, there are now a multitude of advanced filaments with specific properties or improved mecha

One of the most important parts of the FDM 3D printing process is the adhesion to the manufacturing base. This adhesion must be sufficient at the start of the printing process, the first layers and during the printing process to avoid warping, but once the printing process is finished, it mus

A prototype is a simulation of a final product that is intended to be launched on the market. Prototyping is a necessary step in the creation of a product, as it allows checking that the product fulfils its intended function and characteristics for its application.In many cases, it is necessa

Most production solutions on the market are geared towards large companies. They are usually large-scale equipment and require large investments.This does not suit the majority of todays business environment, where small businesses abound: Offices, architecture or design studios, educational

Plastic materials can be classified into 3 groups: standard, engineering and advanced plastics.Advanced plastics are known as PAEK (polyaryl ether ether ketone), semi-crystalline plastics that withstand high temperatures while retaining mechanical properties.Image 1: Plastics classification p

The human footprint over time has left behind unrecognisable landscapes due to the deterioration of the environment, even causing the disappearance of various species. The problem of the deterioration of nature has a direct impact on coral reefs, which are currently of global concern due to t

Today, more and more users are enjoying the benefits of additive manufacturing. Developments in this field are not only affecting 3D printers, but filament manufacturers are increasingly focusing on the production of innovative and original materials in order to stand out in the market and of

A team of students from the AGH University of Science and Technology has developed a project in which electric motorbikes are built, promoting electromobility and testing innovative solutions and manufacturing methods such as desktop SLS 3D printing.From the university laboratory, full of ind

Zortrax is a Polish company renowned in the 3D printing industry for the development of professional 3D printing systems. In addition to its 3D printers of various technologies, Zortrax offers a wide range of technical materials that are highly valued by end users.One example of this is its f

Without a doubt, the launch of Snapmaker 2.0 is giving a lot to talk about. At first glance, this machine may seem like an ordinary 3D printer, but it contains 3 of the most sought-after functionalities for creatives, makers, teaching centres or small design or architecture studios:FDM 3D pri

The release of desktop SLS technology 3D printers such as Sinterits Lisa or Lisa Pro has been a major revolution. These 3D printers are affordable and offer high quality, ease of use and compact size.Their characteristics have allowed these 3D printers to gain a foothold in sectors where it w

STEAM skills are undoubtedly increasingly valued in young people, for example, when it comes to finding a job.STEAM skills are the recorded skills in the fields of science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics. It is proved that it is possible to teach children and adolescents the fun