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Additive manufacturing has a distinct materials advantage when it comes to producing a component or part from either a polymer or metal printer versus traditional subtractive manufacturing techniques.

CNC or 3D printing? Why not both? Hybrid approaches combine subtractive and additive manufacturing processes to deliver precise outputs at greater speeds. In this piece, we’ll break down the basics of ...

Additive manufacturing, commonly known as 3D printing, relies on pushing material through a nozzle and hoping it behaves consistently. That means flowing when needed, and then holding shape once ...