Now more than ever before, consumers and companies are pushing for more sustainable practices. In manufacturing, this ranges from minimizing waste in prototyping to streamlining supply chains — and can often have benefits beyond sustainability by getting parts to their end destinations more

Electric vehicles (EVs) are the future of the automotive industry, and OEMs are looking for nimble ways to succeed in this growing market. Additive manufacturing technologies, like the Carbon Digital Light Synthesis™ process, are providing automotive customers with agile manufacturing so

Fused deposition modeling (FDM) is a popular form of additive manufacturing that involves melting, extruding, and depositing filament onto a print bed to build objects up layer by layer. The fused deposition modeling 3D printing process is highly automated, so once you send your digital

Over the past few years, Americans have gained a deeper understanding of the inefficient, outdated supply chains that fuel our nation. At Fast Radius, we’re building a new supply chain paradigm, one that can adapt quickly to changing conditions and meet the challenges of today. Hear from Co-

Engineers are feeling pressure at all stages of the product development process. We recently surveyed 250 custom manufacturing customers and found that engineers are facing challenges stemming from shortened product development cycles, inefficient communication, high costs, and productio

Additive manufacturing has ushered in a new era of manufacturing possibilities. 3D printing technology enables us to create previously ‘unmakeable’ parts, featuring complex dimensions and angles, with unprecedented speed and precision. However, the nature of the additive manufacturing pr

In today’s manufacturing landscape, business value and sustainability go hand-in-hand. More and more companies seek to create value through efficiency and technology, which often bring sustainability benefits of their own. Sit down with Bill King, Chief Scientist at Fast Radius, and Katie Mc

This illustrated checklist will help teams understand the basics of designing for manufacturability (DFM) with fused deposition modeling (FDM). Introduction What is FDM? Fused deposition modeling (FDM) is one of the most common forms of additive manufacturing and what most peo

Today’s procurement professionals are dealing with complications that go way beyond the supply chain woes we see in the headlines. Our recent survey of 250 custom manufacturing customers shows that issues with just-in-time manufacturing (JIT), inaccurate quotes, inefficient communication

We’re thrilled to announce Fast Radius Studio, a cloud-based experience where you can access tools to evaluate design, material, and production options — all without initiating a quote. We’ve improved some features from our quoting tool for a better user experience, and we’re introduc

3D printing (also called additive manufacturing when done in an industrial setting) has been steadily increasing in popularity over the past ten years. The 3D printing industry was valued at $13.7 billion in 2020, according to a recent Mordor Intelligence report, and it’s projected to re

3D printing is an innovative and versatile manufacturing method capable of producing many different kinds of complex parts, but many 3D printed parts have coarse surface finishes with tiny gaps after the initial printing. Parts produced using fused deposition modeling (FDM), for example,

At Fast Radius, we’re proud to be on the cutting edge of the Fourth Industrial Revolution. With our first-of-its-kind Cloud Manufacturing Platform™, we’ve integrated the different pieces of manufacturing workflows to create a more effective and efficient manufacturing workflow. But it doesn’

Injection molding involves injecting molten plastic into carefully designed molds before cooling and ejecting the final part. It’s a highly repeatable process that enables companies to create high volumes of identical plastic parts with good tolerances at a low cost per part.

As manufacturers strive to collect and integrate data, designers, engineers, and buyers will be able to gain insights about every part of the manufacturing process — from manufacturability analysis to supply chain efficiency. Data-enabled manufacturing is the future of the industry. Fast Rad

Whether you’re new to injection molding or an experienced pro, it can be helpful to take a closer look into our production process before getting started. Use this seven-step guide to get a deeper understanding of what to expect when injection molding your part and how Fast Radius can he

Computer numerical control (CNC) machining is a popular choice among manufacturers today, and it’s easy to see why. Not only is CNC machining compatible with a wide range of plastics and metals, but it’s also a reliable manufacturing process capable of producing precise and durable parts

Many companies turn to injection molding services to cost-effectively produce a high volume of identical parts. Plastic injection molding involves melting thermoplastics in a heated barrel before injecting the molten material into a durable, precise metal mold via a pressurized nozzle. O

As manufacturing technology evolves, so too must the manufacturing industry’s design for manufacturing (DFM) skillset. The additive manufacturing landscape in particular has advanced dramatically over the past decade: 3D printing used to be considered a prototyping tool, or even a novelt

Big data refers to massive datasets collected from connected devices that are analyzed to generate data-driven insights. Industry leaders use big data to identify patterns and consumer behaviors, analyze historical trends to optimize operational efficiency, and improve business practices