For many parts and products, a First Article Inspection (FAI) forms an important part of the quality assurance process. Parts manufactured by a third party should match up to the engineer’s designs, and an FAI is a way of making sure that this is the case. But how exactly does a First Article Inspection work? Who […]
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Custom manufacturing is the game-changer that allows businesses like yours to create products tailored to your needs, whether a one-off prototype or a large batch of personalized items. This approach shifts away from the limitations of traditional mass production, focusing instead on precision, quality, and flexibility. What makes this process so valuable? It’s the ability
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When it comes to mass production, traditional manufacturing methods still reign supreme over other production techniques. However, rapid manufacturing and prototyping has become an integral piece of the design and production process, helping businesses actualize their concepts in a quick and cost-efficient manner. Rapid manufacturing is usually centered around additive manufacturing (more popularly known as 3D printing), vacuum
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For the aerospace sector, rapid prototyping doesn’t just end in the development process, it’s a catalyst that speeds up how quickly new ideas transform from the drawing board into the sky. This method isn’t just about building things faster—it’s about making smarter decisions early on. By using techniques like CNC machining, and both subtractive and
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In product development, we quickly see how vital plastic prototyping is for industries ranging from medical devices to consumer electronics and even robotics. It’s not just about bringing an idea to life; it’s about doing it smartly, saving money, and making sure it works. Prototyping allows teams to spot design issues early, potentially saving them
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As a major source of manufacturing revenue, the defense and military industries rely on some very flexible, cost-effective and reliable technologies. With global defense spending expected to grow at a CAGR of about 3 percent over the 2019–2023 period, reaching US$2.1 trillion by 2023, they also invest heavily into modern machining solutions in various different sectors of their workflow.
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