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microfluidics parts made with 3d printing
Tech Tips
July 16, 2019

3D Printing for Microfluidics

The 3D printing process, stereolithography, builds parts with detailed features and smooth surfaces— making it suitable for microfluidic fabrication.
By Protolabs
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3D Printing Applications Engineer at Protolabs
Digital Manufacturing
July 15, 2019

MIT, Protolabs, Others Collaborate to Advance Additive Manufacturing

Protolabs, MIT, and other industry leaders are forming essential partnerships to advance competencies in designing for additive manufacturing.
By Sarah Goehrke
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Moxie designed by Gravity Laboratories
Q+A
July 9, 2019

Gravity Laboratories Designs Lens Control System with 3D Printing and Machining

As aerospace industry veterans, the founders of Gravity Laboratories are applying technical expertise in controls systems, mechanisms, and electronics to solve challenges in the production and film industry.
By Protolabs
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laser cut sheet metal parts
Molding Made Easy
June 20, 2019

Beyond the Straight-Pull Mold: Advanced Tooling for Complex Parts

Manufacturing complex injection-molded parts often requires more advanced molding techniques like side-action cams, pickout inserts, and multi-cavity tooling.
By Protolabs
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ultem
Materials Matchup
June 13, 2019

Using High-Performance PEEK, PEI Plastics for Machining, Molding

Consider cost, part performance when choosing PEEK or PEI (Ultem) Plastics for CNC machining or injection molding your parts.
By Steve Konick
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powder coating sheet metal
Tech Tips
June 12, 2019

Using Finishing Options for Injection-Molded Parts

Streamline your supply chain and injection molding needs through a single, digital manufacturing parts supplier.
By Protolabs
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Involv3D microscope
Q+A
June 4, 2019

Involv3D Accelerates Speed to Market with Quick-Turn Machining

The scientific initiative needed to quickly prototype custom components for product testing and iteration before moving to large-scale production.
By Nicole Hopper
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Tech Tips
June 3, 2019

Types of 3D Printing Technology

Learn about the various types of 3D printing technologies available for rapid prototyping and production parts and how to choose the best one for you.
By Matt Ahart
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Injection molding tunnel gates
Tech Tips
May 23, 2019

How Tunnel Gates Can Improve Injection-Molded Parts

Using tunnel gates for injection-molded parts can often create a more cosmetically pleasing, and consistent, gate vestige on finished parts.
By Protolabs
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Tame Demand Volatility with a Digital Supplier
Supply Chain
May 17, 2019

Taming Demand Volatility with a Digital Supply Chain

Tame the beast of demand volatility with the help of a digital manufacturing supplier that can help create efficiencies and reduce costs.
By Protolabs
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Smartphone Manufacturers Push the Boundary in Design and Functionality
Digital Manufacturing
May 14, 2019

A Conversation with Protolabs’ Founder Larry Lukis

In honor of our 20th anniversary, Larry shares stories of Proto Mold beginnings, memorable moments over the years, and his take on Protolabs today.
By Nicole Hopper
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Smartphone Manufacturers Push the Boundary in Design and Functionality
Digital Manufacturing
May 8, 2019

Wohlers Associates and Protolabs Host 3D Printing Design Course

Industry and technical experts from the Wohlers Associates group collaborated with Protolabs to host an intensive course on design for additive manufacturing.
By Rachel Hunt
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