Talk about a simple homework assignment where dad takes over! Brian McNamara’s son recently had a science project due – this is what “he” turned in! How often do you see a 4th grader bring in a to scale model of NASA’s Mars Rover? This part was produced on our SLS (Selective Laser Sintering) machine. […]
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Met-L-Flo Kids – The Homework Advantage
January 2, 2015Category: Home, Photos
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Boy Scouts Pack 331 Tour of Met-L-Flo
We recently had the pleasure of hosting Boy Scouts Pack 331. It was a fun evening, the boys had lots of questions, as did the parents. Everyone was able to see many different processes and appreciate some of the artistry of our production team.
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The Casting Process
Have you ever had a project where an SLA part wouldn’t fit the bill, but you weren’t sure which direction to turn next? There are many prototyping options available beyond plastic SLAs. If you need more than one of the same part, the casting process can be an excellent alternative. Met-L-Flo casts prototype pieces in […]
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Real World Applications of 3D Printing
As one would expect—day in and day out—use of equipment takes its toll. Preventative maintenance programs are a must, but at the end of the day… sometimes things just break. Recently, our liquid honing machine, started acting up. A honing machine looks a lot like a sand blast cabinet, but works through a combination of […]
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