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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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3D Printing Has a Glamorous New Dimension
Digital Manufacturing
May 7, 2019

3D Printing Has a Glamorous New Dimension: High Fashion

3D printing made its high-fashion debut at the 2019 Met Gala with gowns and accessories featuring 3D-printed elements and structures.
By Angelo Gentile
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self-sailing boat drones
Industry Spotlight
April 23, 2019

Innovation is Personal: Cleveland Clinic Alliance Spurs Med Advances

A family story shows how medtech innovation can be personal, making Protolabs’ new alliance with Cleveland Clinic Innovations especially gratifying.
By Annie Cashman
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3d printed lattice part
Digital Manufacturing
April 16, 2019

3D Printing’s Game-Changing Tech Featured at Innovation Gallery

3D printing technology, including Protolabs’ industrial-grade processes, are featured through April at Glen Raven Concept Gallery in Burlington, NC.
By Angelo Gentile
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powder coating sheet metal
Tech Tips
March 27, 2019

Custom Sheet Metal Parts: Adding a Finishing Touch

Whether you want to extend the life of your part, make it aesthetically pleasing, or ensure structural integrity of your assembly, it’s all about the finishing.
By Steve Konick
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laser cut sheet metal parts
Tech Tips
March 13, 2019

What is Laser Cutting?

Lasers have emerged as prime production tools, bringing precision and strength as cutting methods for various metal manufacturing processes.
By Steve Konick
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