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Using 3D Printing in Injection Molding with Conformal Cooling

April 16, 2024

In today’s complex manufacturing environment, delivering the right parts–at the right time and price–is a constant challenge. And during injection…

What is Conformal Cooling? | Shapeways

March 28, 2024

Industrial manufacturing is experiencing rapid growth and transformation with the use of advanced technologies like conformal cooling and additive manufacturing….

Case Study: Eastern Rail Corporation

January 23, 2024

Improving Injection Molding Efficiency with Conformal Cooling Founded in 2007, Eastern Rail Corporation built a reputation on designing sustainable, high-quality…

A Comprehensive Guide to Industrial 3D Printing with Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU)

March 10, 2022

Highly resistant to wear and tear, while offering excellent abrasion-resistance, TPU is a fantastic choice for 3D printing, especially in the automotive and footwear industries. Shapeways 3D prints TPU via both Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) and Multi Jet Fusion (MJF).

Material Guide: PA6MF Offers Unique Industrial Strength for 3D Printed Parts

December 15, 2021

Nylon 6 Mineral Filled, Ultrasint® (PA6MF) is an undeniably unique and powerful 3D printing material that Shapeways offers for high-performance parts and prototypes requiring strong mechanical properties. Reinforced with polymer particles, PA6MF provides adaptability and accuracy for quality 3D printing of parts which often possess complex geometries.