by Michael.E | Sep 22, 2026 | 3D printing
Why Reducing Supports Matters for Production 3D print supports add cost, time, and post-processing labor. For production runs, these factors multiply quickly. Smart design choices can eliminate most supports entirely. Industrial 3D printing service Slant 3D recently...
by Levi Holt | Sep 21, 2026 | 3D printing
If you have ever shopped for flexible 3D-printed parts, you have run into numbers like 86A, 50A, and 30A. Those numbers are Shore hardness ratings, and they are one of the fastest ways to tell how soft or firm a material will feel in your hands. In this guide, we...
by Michael.E | Sep 18, 2026 | 3D printing
Turning Toolbox Accessories Into a Thriving AM Business Can 3D printed toolbox organizers sustain a real manufacturing business? Tidy Tool proves they can. This company generates roughly $500,000 annually selling custom organizers for Milwaukee Packout systems....
by Michael.E | Sep 17, 2026 | 3D printing
AI 3D Models Are Reaching Engineering Quality AI-generated 3D models are finally approaching a level useful for real manufacturing. This shift could change how engineers and product teams create parts. The technology is moving beyond novelty into practical...
by Michael.E | Sep 16, 2026 | 3D printing
What Is OilStick and Why Does It Matter? Bed adhesion problems cause failed prints and wasted time. In high-volume manufacturing, these issues multiply fast. OilStick offers a solution that industrial print farms rely on daily. Large-scale 3D printing operation Slant...
by Michael.E | Sep 15, 2026 | 3D printing
Real-World Iterative Design in Production Iterative design 3D printing transforms how manufacturers solve problems. When parts fail in production, additive manufacturing enables rapid fixes. Print farm operator Slant 3D recently demonstrated this process live. Their...
