Search Results for: know your materials
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A guide to UL 94 flammability standards rating
UL 94 flammability standards offer insight into how a certain plastic will burn, melt, and fight off flames. Fast Radius can help you make informed decisions by identifying the UL 94 flammability standards of specific materials.
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3 tips for reducing costs on CNC prototyping
CNC rapid prototyping is a great method for testing designs, but financial costs can quickly pile up. Here are some ways to save on CNC prototyping.
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Decoding the aluminum alloy numbering system
Aluminum alloys help widen aluminum’s applications, but aluminum alloy naming systems can be hard to decipher. Here’s everything you need to know.
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The ultimate guide to CNC machining acrylic parts
In this guide, learn how a CNC machine can expertly cut acrylic and create precise parts.
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Top 5 hydrolysis-resistant plastics
Weather-resistant plastic can help your component live outdoors without compromising its functionality or requiring excessive maintenance.
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Cloud Manufacturing
Benefits of cloud manufacturing The Fast Radius Cloud Manufacturing Platform™ provides powerful benefits similar to the benefits of cloud computing. Inside the Fast Radius Cloud Manufacturing PlatformTM See how our platform integrates design, production, and fulfillment to make manufacturing easy. Applications and servicesOur platform provides specific solutions for external users and internal operations. Operating systemOur software orchestrates the user experience and […]
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Tips for cosmetic injection molding defects
Defects that occur in plastic injection molding can negatively affect aesthetic appeal and consistency part-to-part. In this article, we’ll go over some common cosmetic injection molding defects and solutions.
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These are the five best UV-resistant plastics on the market today
It’s important to make sure your component can survive UV radiation. Choosing the right UV-resistant plastic will help protect your product from chalking, cracking, and deforming.
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Urethane casting in the robotics industry
Learn more about the cutting-edge applications for urethane casting in advanced robotics manufacturing.
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Innovation in action: Embracing “Yes” in manufacturing and design
We walk you through the “yes” mindset, and how we embrace manufacturing innovation when others in the industry say “no.”