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3D Printing for Microfluidics

Posted On July 16, 2019 By China Metal Parts
The 3D printing process, stereolithography, builds parts with detailed features and smooth surfaces— making it suitable for microfluidic fabrication.
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Gravity Laboratories Designs Lens Control System with 3D Printing and Machining

Posted On July 9, 2019 By China Metal Parts
As aerospace industry veterans, the founders of Gravity Laboratories are applying technical expertise in controls systems, mechanisms, and electronics to solve challenges in the production and film industry.
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Use Color Matching to Customize Molded Parts

Posted On June 24, 2019 By China Metal Parts
Using custom colorant methods can help product developers design molded parts that are Pantone color-matched to their company’s specifications
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Beyond the Straight-Pull Mold: Advanced Tooling for Complex Parts

Posted On June 20, 2019 By China Metal Parts
Manufacturing complex injection-molded parts often requires more advanced molding techniques like side-action cams, pickout inserts, and multi-cavity tooling.
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DUCK! Redesigned to Quack Again on New Season of BattleBots

Posted On June 17, 2019 By China Metal Parts
We recently chatted with Hal Rucker about DUCK!, his redesigned BattleBot.
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Using Finishing Options for Injection-Molded Parts

Posted On June 12, 2019 By China Metal Parts
Streamline your supply chain and injection molding needs through a single, digital manufacturing parts supplier.
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Shop Talk: Catching up with our Longtime Customers

Posted On May 30, 2019 By China Metal Parts
As we celebrate 20 years in the manufacturing industry, we reached out to some of our customers that have been with us since the very beginning.
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How Tunnel Gates Can Improve Injection-Molded Parts

Posted On May 23, 2019 By China Metal Parts
Using tunnel gates for injection-molded parts can often create a more cosmetically pleasing, and consistent, gate vestige on finished parts.
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Taming Demand Volatility with a Digital Supply Chain

Posted On May 17, 2019 By China Metal Parts
Tame the beast of demand volatility with the help of a digital manufacturing supplier that can help create efficiencies and reduce costs.
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Defining Your Part Before Designing Your Part

Posted On March 14, 2019 By China Metal Parts
When designing injection-molded parts, consider the parts’ function first; define your part before designing your part.
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