3D Printing for the Factory Floor

August 23, 2018

Your goals are clear: high productivity and worker safety, low cost and materials that can withstand the rigors of a manufacturing environment. Traditional manufacturing has its place but it’s not the only path to strong parts. Additive manufacturing using carbon fiber-filled nylon material 3D prints strong, lightweight parts with a high strength-to-weight ratio for rapid prototyping, short run production parts and even production-grade parts.

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NAFEMS is the international association dedicated to the engineering analysis and simulation community. In fact, NAFEMS is the only independent association dedicated to FEA and CFD worldwide. With over 1000 member companies ranging from major manufacturers across all industries, to software developers, consultancies and academic institutions, all of out members share a common interest in design and simulation.

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