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Multi Jet Fusion 3D Printing in Nylon Plastics PA12 and PA12 Glass Beads

July 22, 2021

Successful manufacturing begins with matching the correct materials and technology to a specific application. Understanding more about materials like MJF…

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BASF to Industrialize 3D Printing with Polypropylene

February 25, 2021

Polypropylene (PP) is the most prominent thermoplastic in traditional manufacturing, boasting huge annual demand worldwide that now also extends to…

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The Expert Guide to MJF

February 23, 2021

MJF is a 3D printing process developed from HP Inc.’s expertise in inkjet technologies. Multi Jet Fusion technology offered by Shapeways uses materials like Nylon 12 to create dimensionally accurate parts.

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Shapeways Technology & Materials Guide

February 19, 2021

The Magic A wondrous array of 3D printing technology is available to users worldwide—after decades of refinement, and the…

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3D Printing for Your Business: Nylon 12 vs. ABS

January 20, 2021

Materials like ABS and Nylon 12 [Versatile Plastic] are considered industry standards. Both are favorites of 3D printing users at…

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