January 10, 2023 12:00 am
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Ceramics and plastic are some of the most commonly used materials in manufacturing, but how exactly are they used, and why are they so popular? If you look around, you’re likely to see how big of a role these materials play in your life. The Purpose of Ceramics and Plastic in Manufacturing Ceramics and plastic have dynamic uses in manufacturing because they can be used in so many different ways. Ceramics are still important in manufacturing, but plastics have proven their many uses. However, many manufacturers have used ceramic and plastic materials together to create the best product. For example, the ceramics industry commonly uses plastic as a binder. The plastic is burnt off, but it helps the object resist shrinkage... View Article
December 7, 2022 12:00 am
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You may have heard of 3-D printing before. In fact, the term has become so common that many people have started to invest in 3-D printers as a way of earning additional income. There is so much to cover under this term, but for this article, we will look at Polyethylene terephthalate glycol (PETG), what it is, how it is used, and why it’s relevant to 3-D printing. What Is PETG or Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol? PET is a thermoplastic polyester. It is a valued component in different types of manufacturing because it can deliver significant benefits, such as being chemically resistant, formable, and durable in the process of manufacturing. The term PETG is an adapted version of PET (Polyethylene terephthalate) with an added component known as... View Article
November 30, 2022 12:00 am
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Stereolithography (SLA) 3D printing is a part of a technology known as resin 3D printing, which is an industrial 3-D printing process. The machine uses a single laser directed to certain points of a pattern to cure the resin material and solidify it into hardened plastic. This machine creates high isotropic parts. In addition, this printing process can be used to build certain components such as cosmetic-rapid prototypes, concept models, as well as complex parts. These components can be produced in as little as one day. SLA machines are known for their precision, sharp detail, and adaptability to manufacturing various products. How Do Stereolithography 3D Printers Build High-Quality Parts? There are a few steps that the 3D printer operator needs to take before they can start... View Article
November 7, 2022 12:00 am
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3D printing is a technology that has come very far in the past few years. What was once a highly guarded technology that only facilities could afford, but there are now home 3D printers and the technology is more accessible than ever. Only specific materials can be used to make the filaments for a 3D printer, and acrylic is not one of them. Is Acrylic Used in 3D Printing? As a rule, fully transparent materials can be difficult to manipulate as they tend to crack, break and become cloudy when they are heated or molded. Instead, if you want something that you are 3D printing to be clear or you need semi-transparent materials, a stand-in for acrylic is used. VeroClear... View Article
October 31, 2022 12:00 am
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Our work at D & D Plastics ensures that our customers know what they are dealing with when it comes to laser cutting acrylic and vector model laser cutting. We do an excellent job of this by providing them with answers from true professionals and those who have worked in the industry for a considerable amount of time. By working with them this way, we help our customers better understand what they are dealing with and how it can be useful. What Is a Laser Cutter? It sounds like something out of a science fiction movie, but laser cutting acrylic is a very real thing, and it is just what it sounds like. The laser cutting machine is useful for cutting,... View Article
