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• A beginner’s guide to finite element analysis (FEA)

  Finite element analysis (FEA) uses powerful technology to virtually simulate new parts, which lets you easily and accurately predict a component’s capabilities.

• How automation in injection molding improves efficiency

  When using automation in the injection molding process, you can speed up production runs while ensuring injected-molded parts are created safely and correctly.

• Top 5 impact-resistant plastics

  Choosing the best plastic material for impact resistance can produce tough, strong, and long-lasting parts. Here are five of the most impact-resistant plastics.

• Know Your Materials: Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)

  Here’s everything you need to know about polyvinyl chloride (PVC), one of the oldest and most commonly used polymers.

• What is geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)?

  Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, known as GD&T, helps engineers and manufacturers communicate clearly, understand part design, and meet critical component requirements.

• Yes Manifesto

  What “Yes” means for you Our data-backed approach, easy ordering experience, and advanced capabilities mean no more compromising on the parts you need. Smarter decisions, powered by real insights When you partner with us, you get data and insights every step of the way so you can make smarter decisions for your business. And you gain access to […]

• Top 5 FDA-approved food-grade plastics

  When it comes to food and beverage packaging, you can never be too careful. Here’s how to choose the right material to ensure the safety, protection, and longevity of your plastic food packaging.

• A guide to anodizing aluminum and other metals

  Anodizing your metal components increases part performance, longevity, and aesthetic appearance. Get to know the anodization process with Fast Radius.

• Get 20% off a Protolabs quote*

  We Make Parts. Better. Our data-backed approach, easy ordering experience, and advanced capabilities mean no more compromising on the parts you need. Offerings Fast Radius Competitor Cloud Manufacturing Platform™ Virtual Warehouse™ On demand manufacturing Smarter manufacturing Fast Radius Competitor Digital quoting and order management Software-driven insights for manufacturing feedback Technology & materials comparison tool Part […]

• Know Your Materials: Polyetheretherketone (PEEK)

  Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) is one of the most versatile materials on the market today, as it is both lightweight and resistant to heat, chemicals, and corrosion.