re: Rapid Prototyping

Kishor MOhta — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 04:47:25 GMT

we want a complete solution in rapid prototyping

re: Rapid Prototyping

Phoenix Proto Technologies — Fri, 28 Nov 2008 04:58:14 GMT

Interesting concept in rapid tooling, home made, open source personal SLA machine. Actually it's pretty neat. Always make the better mouse trap! Innovation is a wonderful thing!

But it's not for everybody. Some materials are really difficult to work with. From super high melt temps -> think non-Newtonian fluids - viscosity is a nightmare if you don't run them right. What about ventilation? Some of the plastics are pretty toxic to be run out of a basement or garage. There's a ton of material issues I won't go into but the home "fabber" needs to be aware of.

There are also issues with going into production with a SLA prototype. Nothing was learned from the process as to what is going to happen in actual manufacturing, & manufacturing is all about the process. It has to be repeatable & follow certain quality standards depending upon the requirements of the market.

We do rapid prototyping by blending traditional methods with current technology. We are always happy to work with innovators.

Great Job!

re: Rapid Prototyping

Joel Armstrong-Muntner — Thu, 08 May 2008 15:32:51 GMT

Great Work, really impressive!