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The Numbers Reveal Consumers Want More Options, On Demand

Posted On June 12, 2018 By China Metal Parts
Greater demand for mass customization is an opportunity for OEMs willing to adopt a digital manufacturing model that can support high-mix, low-volume products.
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Where Are They Now: Bose Acquires Cool Idea Award Winner

Posted On June 6, 2018 By China Metal Parts
Audio giant Bose has acquired Hush, a startup that developed noise-masking earplugs and is a past Cool Idea Award winner.
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Robot Designer Takes Latest Creation DUCK! Into ‘BattleBots’ Arena

Posted On June 4, 2018 By Nicole Hopper
Hal Rucker relied on quick-turn machining and sheet metal fabrication as he designed, built, and tested his latest BattleBot in just a few weeks.
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What is Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM)?

Posted On May 17, 2018 By China Metal Parts
Learn how electrical discharge machining is used to fabricate injection molding tools with sharp features that cannot be machined with CNC milling.
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Ask An Engineer: Sheet Metal Basics, Complex Molding Design

Posted On May 15, 2018 By China Metal Parts
This installment of our Ask an Engineer series covers the fundamentals of sheet metal fabrication and complex injection molding techniques.
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What is ITAR and its Role in Manufacturing?

Posted On May 14, 2018 By China Metal Parts
ITAR compliance is necessary for any manufacturer producing parts for the U.S. military or any of its thousands of subcontractors.
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NPE Highlights 3D Printing Innovation, Draws Record Attendance

Posted On May 10, 2018 By China Metal Parts
NPE, the world’s largest plastics trade show, featured 3D printing innovations, and drew record attendance to weeklong event in Orlando.
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Do You Know Who's Manufacturing Your Parts? Service Bureau vs. Broker

Posted On May 8, 2018 By Jeff Schipper
Learn how to evaluate various manufacturing partnerships and determine which will be most beneficial to you.
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Why On-Demand Manufacturing Works like Amazon Prime for Medtech Companies

Posted On May 7, 2018 By Annie Cashman
Digital, on-demand manufacturing can help Medtech companies in need of quick-turn prototyping or production, much like consumers use Amazon Prime
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Visual Search App Correctly Identifies Objects in the Blink of an Eye

Posted On May 7, 2018 By Nicole Hopper
A high school entrepreneur developed a visual identification app that recognizes and provides useful information on objects it scans within seconds.
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