Materials

A Guide to Contract Additive Manufacturing for Bridge Production

For many years, the central narrative surrounding manufacturing has been simple: choose additive manufacturing for prototyping and traditional methods, like injection molding, for mass production. However, what happens when a product pushes past the prototype phase, yet isn't quite ready for full-scale manufacturing?That in-between stage is where many companies find...

5 Industries Impacted by Nylon PA 12 Flame Retardant

Additive manufacturing is rapidly transforming from a prototyping tool into a full-fledged production solution. With this shift comes the demand for materials that can handle real-world challenges: heat, flame, stress, tight tolerances, and more. In response, specialized polymers are being developed and certified at a remarkable pace to meet these...

3D Printing Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)

According to MarketsandMarkets, “the unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) market volume is projected to grow from 5.42 million units in 2024 to 7.51 million units in 2029.” Comparatively, aerospace and defense market analysis firm Teal Group forecasts that non-military unmanned aerial systems (UAS) production will jump from $7.2 billion annually to...

Nylon PA 12 as a Delrin Alternative

Engineers and manufacturers often find themselves at a crossroads, deciding between well-established materials and emerging alternatives. Two such contenders that frequently come up in discussions are Delrin and Nylon PA 12. Delrin has long been favored for its excellent mechanical properties and ease of machining. However, advancements in 3D printing...