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Planning ahead can do more than keep your project on schedule—it can reduce your costs. Quickparts is offering a limited-time 10% discount on new tooling and injection moulding orders placed with economy lead times.   Whether you’re refining prototypes with aluminum tooling, ramping to high-volume production with steel tooling, or running parts on an existing tool, Quickparts delivers precision-engineered solutions that combine exceptional quality with cost savings to support your project goals. Start your year off strong by taking advantage of this exclusive offer, now until the 16th of March. For more details: https://quickparts.com/gb/injection-moulding-tooling-parts/

  In the world of manufacturing, two popular techniques often considered by engineers and designers are vacuum casting and injection moulding. Depending on project requirements, these methods offer different benefits and may serve various purposes. By exploring the strengths and limitations of vacuum casting and  injection moulding , you can make a more informed decision for your production line. Vacuum Casting – an Overview Vacuum casting involves pouring liquid polyurethane into a silicone mould, which cures into a solid part. The master pattern for this mould is normally created using  3D printing  or  CNC machining , and can carry fine detailing. This method is widely appreciated for its quick turnaround times and is ideal for low-to medium-volume production runs. A tool or mould will typically deliver between 25 and 50 parts without compromising the end part. Originally published here:  https://quickparts.com/gb/vacuum-casting-or-injection-moulding/

  Join our webinar for a fantastic general overview of how the direct metal printing (DMP) manufacturing process is performed, together with some hot tips for optimizing your part designs to ensure a smooth production process with consistent quality and part integrity. Presented by our top DMP expert, Daniel Kirk, from Quickparts UK, these invaluable 45 minutes will provide you with: Visit here for more details: https://quickparts.com/quickparts-webinar-on-demand-dfm-dmp/

At Quickparts, we offer complete on demand manufacturing services, from 3D printed metal and plastic to traditional CNC, sheet metal , injection moulding , and vacuum casting to produce fully custom parts for prototyping through full production. We don’t ask our customers to change their designs to fit in a box. Instead, we help ensure their journey from prototype to market leader is issue-free with our comprehensive design for manufacturing review services. Visit here for more details: https://www.slideshare.net/slideshow/parts-manufacturing-services-quickparts-uk-pdf/274375771

Your supplier will utilise your existing design files to create a master pattern through methods like CNC machining or 3D printing if the part has intricate detailing or is complex. A high-quality silicone mould is then created by encapsulating the master pattern with liquid silicone. Once cured, the mould is split open, allowing for master pattern removal. Originally published here: https://quickparts.com/gb/vacuum-casting-a-primer-for-engineers/

Use this interactive chart to help you see what manufacturing services Quickparts offers and learn how each additive and traditional process is different. If you need additional guidance, request to speak with a manufacturing expert now. Originally published here: https://quickparts.com/gb/quickparts-process-comparison-guide/

We can help you realise even the most challenging designs. Our engineers and manufacturing staff are experienced with an array of 3D printing technologies, allowing us to deliver the highest quality prototype parts. We also offer a wide range of additive and traditional manufacturing processes, materials, and finishing options to suit your medical prototyping and part needs. And our strategically placed facilities ensure we can meet even tight timelines, no matter where you are in the world. If you need an experienced partner who understands the necessity for both speed and quality, try Quickparts’ on-demand manufacturing today. Originally published here:  https://quickparts.com/gb/rapid-prototyping-for-medical-manufacturing/

Quickparts can help you bring your electronic instruments and device ideas to life with fast, functional parts and prototypes. Also known as additive manufacturing, 3D printing represents the future of the electronics industry, allowing companies to produce small electronic features and highly complex parts in a single step. These technologies reduce turn times and increase cost-efficiencies in product iterations as well as allowing for improved speed to market. Whether it’s customization for a specific consumer segment or low-volume production for a new product, Quickparts can help you get it done faster. Originally published here:  https://quickparts.com/gb/3d-printing-and-prototyping-for-electronics-and-appliances/

 Aerospace has long been on the cutting edge of technology, and 3D printing is no exception. 3D printing can help resolve complex issues and manufacture highly specialised parts for airlines, satellites, and many other aerospace technologies. Quickparts’ state-of-the-art facilities and extensive experience with all manner of manufacturing techniques helps us stay at the forefront of traditional manufacturing and 3D printing technologies. Visit here for more details: https://quickparts.com/gb/rapid-prototyping-for-aerospace-manufacturing/

What is warping? “Warping” occurs with many 3D printing processes, particularly when heating and cooling are involved, which cause material shrinkage, where the corners of the print lift and detach from the build plate.  Stereolithography (SLA)  and  Selective Laser Sintering (SLS)  can be affected most by warping;  Digital Light Processing (DLP)  can also be affected, but it’s not common because the build envelope is so small. Of these, SLS has the most potential for warping. Our Quickparts team works to keep you aware of when a part can warp and what may cause it to do so. We watch for potential issues in everything from the design file to the temperature of our facility, the time of year, and when a piece will arrive at its destination and discuss any factors with you. These could include changing the shipping times, sending the part in a temperature-controlled shipping container, or adjusting your file. Visit here for more details:  https://quickpa...

Everyone’s familiar with the versatility of SLA (stereolithography) printing for prototyping. Its fantastic layer resolution gives a beautifully smooth A-surface (think reduced finishing times); it’s one of the most precise 3D printing processes, enabling intricate detailing; many industrial SLA printers offer a large print bed enabling large parts to be printed in one piece; and it’s comparatively fast.   But, it’s a common belief that SLA resins, while great for prototyping and creating detailed models, often lack the mechanical properties required for production parts. They tend to be brittle and can be susceptible to wear, impact, and environmental factors.   Let’s turn that notion on its head. Stereolithography (SLA) 3D printing can be used in production parts when certain requirements or conditions align with its capabilities. SLA has several advantages and is suitable for specific applications. Here are just a few scenarios where SLA 3D printing is used in production pa...