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Just in Time: Control Market Demand, Inventory, and Costs with On-Demand Manufacturing

Posted On November 14, 2019 By China Metal Parts
Use a just-in-time supply chain to control demand, inventory, costs with on-demand manufacturing.
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Create Jigs and Fixtures with CNC Machining and 3D Printing

Posted On September 26, 2019 By China Metal Parts
Jigs and fixtures are key production tools and can be created using CNC machining or 3D printing.
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Aerie Designs Creates Drone Control Solution with Injection Molding

Posted On September 25, 2019 By China Metal Parts
Using insert molding, mold texturing, and laser engraving, Aerie Design has created a drone controller attachment to boost comfort and precision.
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Part Marking using Pad Printing and Laser Engraving

Posted On September 12, 2019 By China Metal Parts
A common finishing option for companies is to mark parts using pad printing or laser engraving.
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Threaded Inserts with Heat Staking and Ultrasonic Welding

Posted On August 29, 2019 By China Metal Parts
Get threaded inserts on injection-molded parts for added durability and to connect multiple components together.
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Metal 3D Printing and Machining Produce High-Efficiency Rocket Designed by Stanford Students

Posted On August 26, 2019 By China Metal Parts
Aerospace engineering students at Stanford use digital manufacturing to design new iteration of a highly efficient liquid propellant rocket capable of reaching an altitude of 30,000 feet.
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Enhance Parts with Insert Molding, Overmolding

Posted On August 22, 2019 By China Metal Parts
When designing injection-molded parts, consider using insert molding and overmolding to improve your parts functionality, appearance, or durability.
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Our Favorite 'Savage Builds' Moments

Posted On August 12, 2019 By China Metal Parts
China Metal Parts has compiled several favorite moments from Adam Savage's latest show, "Savage Builds."
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Helping Build The Next Generation of Innovators

Posted On July 30, 2019 By China Metal Parts
As a people-first company we strive to support the communities that we work and live in. That’s why each year the China Metal Parts Foundation provides grants to organizations advancing students’ interest in STEM-related fields.
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3D Printing Micro Features with Stereolithography’s MicroFine Material

Posted On July 29, 2019 By China Metal Parts
MicroFine is an ABS-like stereolithography (SLA) material specifically designed to 3D print parts with features as fine as 0.0025 in.
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